- Our list of the best things to do in Lakewood, New Jersey, features the top 190 nearby activities — including 68 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Lakewood, NJ has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Museums & Galleries, and Amusement.
- The results below include the top 8 things to do within the city of Lakewood, NJ , followed by 182 popular activities in nearby cities, including Point Pleasant Beach, Asbury Park, Toms River, Atlantic Highlands, Belmar, Jackson, Red Bank, Seaside Heights, Brick, Freehold, Manasquan, Long Branch, Barnegat Light, Spring Lake, Englishtown, East Brunswick, Farmingdale, Barrow, Waretown, Frenchtown and Sayreville
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Over 270 sculptures are held at Grounds for Sculpture, which is a large 35-acre park dedicated to the specific artistic format. Unique, hidden gardens are held within the grounds that guests are free to explore in addition to the two exhibition buildings and restaurant.
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483 Alexander St., Princeton, NJ 08540
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A direct launch dock is available at the Princeton Canoe and Kayak Rental at the Princeton Turning Basin Park. Guests can rent canoes or kayaks then paddle directly to the D&R Canal.
29.1 Miles
SandBar Golf is a miniature golf course suitable for all ages and skill levels. Holes feature an array of angles and obstacles, and a hole in one on the 18th hole wins visitors a free round of golf.
29.1 Miles
Constructed in 1781, the Kearny Cottage Museum is a four-room cottage containing many items showcasing the history of its owners and city. It is located just yards away from the Raritan River, and contains a colonial garden on its grounds.
29.2 Miles
The Conference House is the place where the end of the Revolutionary War was negotiated. The house was built before 1860 and is included in the National Register of Historic Places.
29.4 Miles
At Rockville Climbing Center, visitors can scale the climbing walls, attempt the bouldering course, and reserve a private belayer. The center has events like student nights, equipment demos, and climbing classes.
29.4 Miles
A waterfront park located along the New Jersey-New York border, Bayview Park consists of grassy areas with significant tree cover. It has a gazebo, benches, trails for walking and biking and nearby water access for boating and fishing.
29.8 Miles
Run through Rutgers University School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, the Rutgers Gardens features several distinct gardens and specific plant collections. Educational programs for adults are routinely held as are programs for children to learn about ecology and gardening.
29.8 Miles
For over 80 years McCarter Theatre has been a center for performing arts, plays, and cultural education. Visitors can expect to see a variety of acts shown at the theater; including ballet, jazz, world music, and more.
29.9 Miles
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.