New Jersey Travel
New Jersey may be more famous for its shoreline and proximity to New York than its bucolic scenery and woodsy hiking trails, but visitors know better. Nearly 60 percent of New Jersey is either forest or farmland, and the state is laden with opportunities for vacationing families. This guide points to the best Web sites for planning a Garden State getaway.
Expand All Guide SectionsThings to Do in New Jersey
New Jersey’s hidden charms include lighthouses, Thomas Edison’s laboratory, hundreds of miles of shoreline and hiking trails along the Hudson River. This section reveals New Jersey’s many varied attractions.
Top Sites for Things to Do in New Jersey
State of New Jersey Division of Travel & Tourism
presents an introduction to the state’s varied regional offerings, such as cultural, historical, family and outdoor attractions.
The New York Times New Jersey Travel Guide
includes feature articles and photos that reveal surprisingly beautiful areas of the state, plus advice on travel to favorites like Atlantic City.
World Travel Guide
offers a quick look at the “Top Things To Do” and “Top Things To See” in New Jersey; both sections link to official Web sites of parks, museums, historic sites and more.
Where to Stay in New Jersey
A charming inn, beachside suite or luxury hotel for your New Jersey vacation can be found with help from the Web sites in this section.
Top Sites for Where to Stay in New Jersey
TripAdvisor
lets you search for New Jersey lodgings by location or type (for example, hotel or B&B), and provides ratings, user reviews and photos, and virtual tours of each property.
Preferred Inns of New Jersey
is a bed and breakfast association that helps you find an inn meeting specific criteria, including location, amenities and proximity to attractions.
Jersey Shore Vacation Rentals
maintains listings of available summer beach house rentals at many locations along the Jersey Shore, with photos and realtor contact information.
Getting Around New Jersey
New Jersey’s navigational options suit cyclists and hikers, drivers and riders of public transport. The sites in this section provide maps and information for all modes.
Top Sites for Getting Around New Jersey
State of New Jersey Department of Transportation
has a commuter travel page with information on essential modes of transport: car, train, bus and bike.
HopStop
provides quick and easy directions from place to place in New Jersey via regional rail, walking or driving.
American Trails
has a section on New Jersey trails, linking to information on trails for cyclists and mountain bikers, and routes for walkers and hikers.
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