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These 9 New Jersey Museums Let You Walk In For Free Any Day Of The Week

Who says culture has to come with a hefty price tag? Across this state, a surprising number of museums welcome visitors without charging a single cent. I promise you can fill your...

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The New Jersey All-You-Can-Eat Sushi Restaurant Where The Rolls Are Made Fresh And The Refills Never Stop

The plates keep coming, and the rolls are made fresh to order. This New Jersey sushi spot offers an all-you-can-eat experience that feels more like a feast than a buffet.

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13 New Jersey Food Challenges That Will Either Make You A Legend Or Send You To The Hospital

Consider this a warning: pride comes before the fall, and in this case, the fall might involve a stomach pump. New Jersey...

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This Sprawling New Jersey Garden Center Is Packed With Enough Plants To Lose Track Of Time

Wander through this place and you might just forget what time it is entirely. This sprawling garden center is every plant lover's wildest dream come true. Rows upon rows of vibrant...

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This New Jersey Farm Market Brings Fresh Summer Produce Straight From The Fields

A family-owned farm since 1941, this New Jersey spot offers a hands-on taste of summer where you can pick your own strawberries, peaches, and sweet corn straight from the fields....

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You Can Get A 5 AM Breakfast And Famous Soft Serve At This Old-School New Jersey Roadside Spot

The coffee is hot, the griddle is sizzling, and the first customers are already pulling into the lot before the sun even thinks about rising.

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12 Bike Trails In New Jersey That Show Off The State’s Best Views

Think New Jersey is just highways and traffic jams? Think again. This state is hiding some seriously stunning views that you...

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The New Jersey Ropes Course That Lets You Navigate 100 Obstacles 50 Feet Above The Forest Floor

Look up. No seriously, tilt your head all the way back. See those wooden bridges and swinging logs dangling among the leaves?...

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This New Jersey Lake Market Builds Monster Ice Cream Sandwiches Nearly Too Big To Bite

Some snacks are modest. This one is a meal. You have probably enjoyed an ice cream sandwich before. Two cookies. A scoop of...

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This New Jersey Steakhouse Brings Big-City Quality Right To The Suburbs

You should not have to cross a bridge for a perfect steak. This New Jersey spot proves it every single night. You have probably...

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This New Jersey Hot Dog Stand Draws Customers From Halfway Across The Country

Some food trucks come and go. This one has been a legend for decades. People drive across the state, and some even from halfway...

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This Adorable New Jersey Farm Offers One-Mile Hikes With Friendly Alpacas

Picture this: a gentle breeze, a dirt path, and a fluffy alpaca ambling beside you like it is your personal guide. That is exactly what awaits at this New Jersey farm.

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This Groovy New Jersey Thrift Store Feels Like A Treasure Hunt Straight Out Of The 1970s

Some thrift stores feel like rummaging through castoffs. This one feels like stepping into a time machine set to 1969. You...

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This New Jersey Shop Is The State’s First Plastic-Free Grocery And Has Saved Over 100,000 Containers

Imagine a grocery store with zero plastic. No crinkly wrappers. No single-use bottles. No guilt. That is exactly what this...

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This New Jersey Argentine Bakery Is Known For Its Authentic Dulce De Leche And Empanadas

Some bakeries play it safe. This one packs a punch of Argentine soul in every bite. You have probably had empanadas before....

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This New Jersey Town Is So Affordable, Retirees Say They’ve Found Their Little Slice Of Heaven

Retirement in New Jersey usually means either winning the lottery or moving to Florida. This town throws that assumption out the window.

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This New Jersey Wildlife Area Is A Nearly 6,000-Acre Salt Marsh Peninsula With A Road That Never Reached The Shore

Nobody warned me that a road could feel like a plot twist. One minute you're driving through a regular New Jersey town, and...

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This New Jersey Restaurant Offers Stunning Lake Views All Summer Long

The view never gets old at this New Jersey spot. Perched right on the water, this restaurant serves up American classics with...

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10 Areas In New Jersey With The Highest Reported Tick Risk This Summer

Tick season is ramping up faster than usual this year, and New Jersey is seeing the effects. Several counties are reporting...

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This Mansion In A New Jersey Ghost Village Was Once A Millionaire’s Summer Escape

A mansion with thirty-two rooms stands in the middle of a village that time forgot. This towering structure was built for...

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13 Off Leash Dog Parks In New Jersey Your Pup Will Beg You To Visit

My dog gave me that look one morning, the kind that bypasses all logic and goes straight to your guilt. Tail wagging, eyes...

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This New Jersey Italian Eatery Serves Some Of The Best Pizza And Pasta Locals Have Ever Had

Locals have spoken, and they keep coming back to this spot for pizza and pasta that hits every single time. The crust has...

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Pick Your Own Peaches And Blueberries At One Of New Jersey’s Most Extensive U-Pick Farms

There is a certain satisfaction in picking your own food. The sun on your back, the basket in your hand, the hunt for the perfect piece of fruit.

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At Under $13 For Lunch, This New Jersey Buffet Is An Affordable Feast With Sushi And Seafood

Who says you need to break the bank for a feast that includes both sushi and seafood? Lunch prices hover around a very reasonable...

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This New Jersey Gourmet Market Is Packed With Imported Italian Favorites

Step inside and suddenly you are not in New Jersey anymore, you are in a food lover's fever dream. Shelves are stacked high...

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This New Jersey Lake Is A Popular Swimming Hole Where You Can Cool Off On Hot Summer Days

When the heat becomes unbearable and your air conditioner gives up, there is only one solution. Find water. Jump in. Repeat.

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The French Toast At This New Jersey Diner Is So Good You Will Want To Drive Back For More

There are mornings when you wake up craving something so specific that nothing else will do, and this was one of those mornings.

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This New Jersey Art Store Has The Largest And Oldest Collection Of Art Supplies In The Country

Open the door and suddenly you want to paint, sketch, sculpt, and maybe even frame your grocery list. It is a creative wonderland...

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You Can Swing From Rope Bridges And Zip Through The Trees At This Challenging New Jersey Course

Ready to trade your desk chair for a harness and a whole lot of adrenaline? This aerial adventure course will put your balance, strength, and courage to the test.

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This New Jersey Institution Has Been Serving Made-From-The-Heart Cuisine Since 1988

The year was 1988, and a woman with a simple philosophy opened a small dining room with just ten tables. Cook like you mean...

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This New Jersey Community Is Home To One Of The Oldest Weapons Arsenals In The United States

Imagine your neighbor's backyard hiding a piece of military history that predates the Civil War. That is exactly what is happening...

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11 New Jersey Date Spots That Will Actually Make You Look Like You Planned Ahead

We have all been there. That moment of panic when your partner asks, "So, what is the plan?" and your mind goes completely blank.

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Doo-Wop Music And Old-School Charm Make This New Jersey Diner A Quiet Local Favorite

The first thing that hits you here is the sound of Doo-Wop drifting softly from an old record player. The second thing is...

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This New Jersey Town Was Named After A Wealthy Industrialist Who Built A Chapel On A Private Island

Imagine building your own private island chapel simply because you could. That is exactly what happened here, when a wealthy...

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This German Chain Serves Some Of The Best Kebabs You’ll Find In New Jersey

Finally, a reason to visit the mall that has absolutely nothing to do with shopping. Set inside a sprawling entertainment...

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Saturday Mornings Feel Fresher At This Small-Town New Jersey Farmers Market

Saturday mornings were made for this. You know the feeling, when your alarm actually means something good and the promise of fresh strawberries pulls you out of bed.

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This New Jersey Temple Is One Of The State’s Most Beautiful Hidden Architectural Wonders

Let us talk about jaw-dropping architecture that makes you do a double take. This temple is not just a place of worship, it...

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This Wild New Jersey Beach Feels Like The Shore Before The Boardwalks Took Over

Forget the neon lights and the funnel cake chaos for a minute. This place is a glimpse into what the shore used to be, wonderfully wild and beautifully untouched.

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This New Jersey Brunch Buffet Piles On Comfort Food With Serious Old-School Charm

Let me paint you a picture. It is Sunday morning, your stomach is growling, and you are craving a meal that borders on excessive.

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This New Jersey Ghost Tour Earned A Badge Of Excellence For Its Spine-Tingling Boardwalk Stories

The boardwalk at midnight is a different creature entirely. Cheerful music fades into a distant echo, replaced by hollow footsteps on aged wood and gulls that sound almost human.

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12 New Jersey Catfish Spots Serving Crispy, Golden Plates Worth Chasing Across The State

Who knew New Jersey had such a serious catfish game? We certainly did not expect this level of crispy perfection scattered across the state.

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This New Jersey Lake Has Been Around For 12,000 Years, But Its Water Is Facing Algae Trouble

Imagine a body of water that has witnessed twelve thousand summers. That is ancient, right? This glacial relic has been a silent...

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This Historic New Jersey Building Once Served As A Library, Now It’s A Castle Of Crafts

Now this is a building with serious plot twists. It started as a grand library, a gift from a wealthy philanthropist who clearly had a soft spot for architecture.

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This Hiking Trail Leads To A Forgotten New Jersey Estate You Can Still Explore

Here is a hot take for you. The best castle in New Jersey does not have a gift shop or a moat. It is a two-story stone skeleton...

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These Crumbling Stairs In A Quiet New Jersey Park Are All That’s Left Of A Forgotten Amusement Park

What happens when a roaring amusement park goes quiet and nature simply takes over? In a peaceful marshland park, a grand...

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This New Jersey Hot Chicken Spot Has Customers Driving Hours For A Bite

Some people drive across state lines for this chicken. No exaggeration. This place started as a tiny pop-up in a parking lot...

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This New Jersey Boardwalk Spot Is A Funnel Cake Paradise With Over 20 Toppings

Boardwalk food has its fair share of legends, but this New Jersey spot takes the crown for pure sugary glory. The funnel cakes...

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This Bird Sanctuary In New Jersey Becomes A Photographer’s Dream Each June As Nesting Season Peaks

What if a parking lot turned out to be one of the best wildlife photography spots on the East Coast? That is exactly what happens here every June.

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The Tres Leches At This New Jersey Café Has Become A Dessert Destination

A traditional Latin-American cake soaked in three kinds of milk, evaporated milk, condensed milk, and heavy cream, became the inspiration for breakfast at this New Jersey cafe....

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Discover The Hidden Jain Pilgrimage Site That Makes New Jersey A Spiritual Landmark

A peace so deep it feels almost strange, especially when you remember this place sits just an hour from New York City. The...

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This New Jersey Town Is Steadily Becoming The State’s Next Hotspot

Some towns sleep through history. This one decided to wake up. A new amphitheater is rising in the arts district. Restaurants...

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You’ll Find Some Of New Jersey’s Most Famous Soups At This Classic Diner

A bowl of soup should never be boring. Yet somehow so many places serve exactly that. Warm liquid with little personality....

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This New Jersey Temple Is Home To One Of America’s Tallest Buddha Statues

You do not expect to find a 52 foot tall golden Buddha when you are driving along a quiet New Jersey road. But there it stands,...

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This Massive Indoor Playground In New Jersey Lets Adults Play Like Kids Again

Grown ups spend so much time being responsible. Paying bills, answering emails, pretending we do not want to jump into a ball pit.

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The No-Frills New Jersey Pizzeria With Ridiculously Good Pizza And Low Prices

Some places try too hard. This one does not even try at all. You show up, order a pie, and suddenly understand why New Jersey...

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This New Jersey Restaurant’s Hidden Rose Garden Is The Real Summer Destination

Walk past the front and you would never know. But go through to the back. Surprise.

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10 Underrated New Jersey Hiking Trails Ending In Epic Panoramic Views

You know that feeling when you reach the top and the whole world spreads out below you? No crowds, no noise, just you and a view that steals your breath.

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The Oldest Intact Bar In The United States Is Hiding At This Historic New Jersey Tavern

History feels delightfully tangible when you can lean against the same wooden counter serving patrons since before the American Revolution.

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This New Jersey Garden Shop With A Hidden Coffee Bar Was A Lifelong Dream Of A Local High School Sweetheart Couple

Some dreams take years to bloom. This one started with a high school romance and grew into a cozy corner of New Jersey where coffee steams, plants reach for the sun, and the gift...

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12 Wildlife Conservation Programs In New Jersey Where You Can Volunteer Or Learn

You want to help but do not know where to start. Good news. The animals...

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