Running out of things to do with your little one? We’re not…there’s so much fun to be had at these South Jersey spots your pre-schooler will love.
Egg Harbor Township
Watch your little one’s favorite stories come to life while their imagination runs wild among the rides and amusements at Storybook Land in Egg Harbor Township. The family-friendly amusement park is open from 10 am to 5 pm on Mondays and Wednesdays through Saturday, and from 11 am to 5 pm on Sundays. Tickets cost $38.99 online. For more information, visit the website.
Camden
One of the Top 10 aquariums in the country, Adventure Aquarium is more than a place where your pre-schooler can get up-close-and-personal with their favorite sea creatures – there’s the shark tunnel, lots of touch tanks, imagination sand station and plenty of special guest who visit throughout the year. But the family destination also provides activity sheets for visitors on its website, including sheets to practice letters, worksheets about the creatures at the aquarium and coloring pages. For more information, visit the website.
Cape May
Ever wanted to walk back in time? Now’s your chance at Cape May’s living history site, Historic Cold Spring Village. Bring the whole family for special events on weekends where re-enactors will teach you how historic families used to live right here in South Jersey – with features including blacksmith demonstrations, family games and crafts. For more information, visit the website.
Wildwood
Soak up the final days of summer with sweet treats, fun rides and family-friendly attractions at the lively Morey’s Piers. Grab your favorite Boardwalk snack and head to one of the piers to play a round of mini golf with the family or grab your swimsuits and spend the day chasing thrills at the water park. For more information, and a map of all the attractions, visit the website.
Hamilton
Toddlers have the chance to make their own art during Tot For Sculpture events (hosted on one Saturday each month) that focus on a different art method each month. And bring the whole family for family open studio days, where everyone can participate in a creative activity. Plus, take in the fresh air and larger-than-life art pieces that decorate the 42-acre grounds. For more information, visit the website.
Maple Shade
Looking for a place to play the day away? Keep the kids entertained with bowling, state-of-the-art VR games, tasty snacks (and a full menu for lunch time) and an arcade. For more information, visit the website.
Cape May
Lions and tigers and bears…and so many other animals are waiting to say hi at the Cape May County Zoo. Pop into the reptile house, take a lunch break at the Safari Cafe or bring your own lunch to eat across the street at the pavilion, and leave plenty of time to visit the many exotic animals that call the zoo home. Admission is free. For more information, visit the website.
