Things to Do with Kids in Newark, NJ

  • TripBuzz found 608 things to do with kids in or near Newark, New Jersey, including 594 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like New York City, Staten Island, Queens and Bronx.
  • From Prudential Center to Riverfront Stadium, the Newark area offers 118 different types of family activities, including: Sports Stadiums (Professional), History Museums, Parks and Recreation Centers.
  • Newark, New Jersey's largest city, is a thriving commercial business community located in the New Year metropolitan area. Aside from being home to many corporate business headquarters, the city also offers many residential and recreational opportunities. The most famous attractions include the cities music and art centers, stunning sculptural architecture and annual parades.
  • TripBuzz found 608 things to do with kids in or near Newark, New Jersey, including 594 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like New York City, Staten Island, Queens and Bronx.
  • From Prudential Center to Riverfront Stadium, the Newark area offers 118 different types of family activities, including: Sports Stadiums (Professional), History Museums, Parks and Recreation Centers.
  • Newark, New Jersey's largest city, is a thriving commercial business community located in the New Year metropolitan area. Aside from being home to many corporate business headquarters, the city also offers many residential and recreational opportunities. The most famous attractions include the cities music and art centers, stunning sculptural architecture and annual parades.
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Theaters Ocean Ave Between Fifth & Sunset, Asbury Park, NJ 7712 MoreLess Info
Located on the boardwalk in Asbury Park, the Paramount Theatre hosts a wide array of musical and dramatic performances. The theater hosts bands ranging from classic rock to contemporary alternative country.
36.7 Miles
98% 537 votes
Colleges & Universities Princeton University, Princeton, NJ 08544 MoreLess Info
Since 1746, students have received their education at Princeton University, originally known as the College of New Jersey. Princeton, an Ivy League school, has the largest university endowment in the world.
36.8 Miles
74% 43 votes
Water Parks 915 Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ MoreLess Info
The Asbury Splash Park is a small waterpark that serves toddlers very well. Located next to the beach, it is a gated area where little guests can play in the water.
36.8 Miles
81% 42 votes
Farms & Ranches 1051 County Route 523, Flemington, NJ 08822 MoreLess Info
Seasonal events and activities are held throughout the year at Schaefer Farms. Visitors are also able to purchase a wide variety of locally-created items like over 100 scents of soy blend candles, candy, jams, ice cream, and local honey in addition to fresh milk, butter, and cheese.
36.9 Miles
94% 54 votes
Movie Theaters 708 Cookman Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ MoreLess Info
The Showroom is an independent film house that was voted the best Indie film theater in New Hampshire. The theater also often hosts live entertainment, and afternoon showings of recently seen movies.
36.9 Miles
54% 13 votes
Golf Princeton, NJ MoreLess Info
Offering guests a new outdoor picnic area with pavilion, Princeton Country Club, features an 18-hole championship golf course. This course is open year round and is located on the grounds of the old New Jersey Governor's mansion.
37.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
Hiking Trails 57 Mountain Avenue, Princeton, NJ 8540 MoreLess Info
Mountain Lakes Nature Preserve is a 75 acre nature reserve populated by lakes, rocky creeks, wooded wetlands, and upland forests. The preserve offers 8 miles of maintained scenic trails providing views of the native flora and fauna.
37.1 Miles
71% 24 votes
Scenic Railroads P. O. Box 622, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 MoreLess Info
One of the oldest operating narrow gauge railway exhibits in the country is the Pine Creek Railroad. Train rides are held every weekend as long as the weather permits, giving guests the ability to ride a piece of history.
37.1 Miles
65% 254 votes
Specialty Museums 495 Highway 202 South, Flemington, NJ 08822 MoreLess Info
Northlandz is the world's largest model railroad with more than 8 miles of track and nearly 100 trains. In addition to the extensive model railroad, the attraction also features a 94-room doll house with a doll collection that contains over 200 dolls.
37.1 Miles
26% 34 votes
Rock Climbing 60 Skyline Drive, Plainview, NY 11803 MoreLess Info
Updating new routes on a monthly basis, Island Rock features a variety of bouldering and top rope challenges. For novices, visitors can either take a belay course or hire a belayer for the day.
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