Day Trip Ideas — Over 1 Hour
The Academy of Natural Sciences
Address: 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway | Philadelphia, PA 19103
Phone: 215.299.1000
Web Site: www.acnatsci.org
Distance: approximately 45 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 10:00am-4:30pm; Saturday, Sunday & Holidays 10:00am-5:00pm; closed Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year’s Day.
Admission Prices: $10.00 Adult, $8.00 Child ages 3 — 12, $8.25 Senior and military, Children under 3 are free, College students $1 off with valid ID. There is an opportunity for a family membership for $65.00. This includes admission for two adults and all the children in the same household. Please see website for more details. Please visit their website to learn more about the 8 suggested parking garages in the area. There is also metered parking.
Highlights: Between Dinosaur Hall, where kids can dig for buried fossils, and Outside-In where kids can touch live animals, this museum is bound to provide a fun, educational experience. There are over 10 permanent exhibits and a handful of traveling exhibits to entertain and excite any child.
Adventure Aquarium
Address: 1 Riverside Drive | Camden, New Jersey 08103
Phone: 856.365.3300
Web Site: www.adventureaquarium.com
Distance: approximately 52 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour.
Hours of Operation: Open daily 9:30am-5:00pm.
Admission Prices: Admissions are scheduled every hour beginning at 9:30am. Adults $19.95, Children (2-12) $15.95, (Children under 2 are FREE). There are annual memberships available. There is a lot in front of the Aquarium and parking is $9.00/day.
Highlights: Does your child love fish, sharks and other marine life? Adventure Aquarium may be the place for her! Here she will find nearly 200,000 square feet of sharks, hippopotamuses, FREE-flying birds, penguins and sea life from around the world to explore. Besides the over a dozen animal exhibits including Shark Realm and Penguin Island, there are also shows and programs given daily. There is also a state-of-the-art 4D Theater which is designed to make you feel like you are in the middle of the action. The Deep Sea feature takes you on an adventure at the bottom of the ocean floor. Combine this trip with a stop at the Camden’s Children’s Garden and you have a fun filled day for the whole family!
American Helicopter Museum & Education Center
Address: 1220 American Boulevard | West Chester, PA 19380
Phone: 610.436.9600
Web Site: www.americanhelicopter.museum
Distance: approximately 69 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour 18 minutes.
Hours of Operation: Open Wednesday through Saturday, 10:00am to 5:00 pm. Last Admission at 4:00pm.
Open Sunday from 12:00pm (noon) to 5:00 pm. Last Admission at 4:00pm. Monday and Tuesday – Large groups reservations only!
Admission Prices: Adults – $10.00, Seniors – $8.00, Children and Students with ID – $8.00, Children under 2 with parent – Free
Highlights: The American Helicopter Museum & Education Center collects, restores and displays historic aircraft and chronicles the origin and development of Rotary Wing Aircraft. It accomplishes this mission by an active program of public educational programs, exhibitions, events, airshows, workshops, videotapes and publications designed to teach the principles of flight, celebrate the pioneers of aviation and encourage future generations of scientists, inventors, innovators, and engineers.
American Museum of Natural History
Address: Central Park West at 79th Street | New York, NY 10024
Phone: 212.769.5100
Web Site: www.amnh.org
Distance: approximately 55 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour 17 minutes.
Hours of Operation: Daily 10:00am-5:45pm, The Rose Center opens until 8:45pm on the first Friday of every month, Space Show hours are every half-hour from 10:30am-4:30pm; first Friday of every month 10:30am-7:00pm. Museum is closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
Admission Prices: Suggested donation is as follows: Adults: $14.00, Children (2-12): $8.00, Senior/Student with ID: $10.50, Member Adult: Free, Member Child: Free. There is an opportunity for a family membership for $115.00 ($90 is tax deductible). This includes admission for two adults and up to four children as well as some other perks. Please see website for more details. There is parking at the Museum’s three story facility at 81st Street between Central Park West and Columbus Avenue. The hours of operation are 8am — 11pm. Please check their website for rates.
Highlights: There are few words to describe the awe-inspiring nature of this museum. From the famous dinosaur halls to the state-of-the-art Hayden Planetarium, the permanent and special temporary exhibits provided will surely amaze and excite any child. In fact, I am sure we can all remember our first visit to this great Museum.
Atlantic City Aquarium
Address: 800 North New Hampshire Avenue | Atlantic City, NJ 08401
Phone: 609.348.2880
Web Site: www.oceanlifecenter.com
Distance: approximately 84 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
Hours of Operation: Open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.Check website for details.
Admission Prices: Adults: $8.00, Seniors (ages 62 and up): $6.00, Children (ages 4-12): $5.00, Under 3: Free
Highlights: Offering a variety of exhibits including a Baby Stingray Touch Tank, Shark Touch Tank, Tropical Rain Forest, Live Diver Feeding Show and more.
Battleship New Jersey
Address: 100 Clinton Street | Camden, NJ 08103
Phone: 866.877.6262
Web Site: www.battleshipnewjersey.org
Distance: approximately 45 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour 4 minutes.
Hours of Operation: The Battleship is closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Years Day. Jan. 1 – Feb. 1 Closed for tours, Feb. 2 – March 31: Saturdays and Sundays, 9:30 am – 3 pm, April 1 – April 30: Every day, 9:30 am – 3 pm, May 1 – Sept. 3: Every day, 9:30 am – 5 pm, Sept 4 – Oct. 31: Every day, 9:30 am – 3 pm, Nov 1 – Dec. 31: Saturdays and Sundays, 9:30 am – 3 pm. Check website for details.
Admission Prices: Adults $21.95, Seniors/Veterans $17.00, Children 5 – 11 $17.00, Children under 5/Active Military/BB62 Vets/WWII Vets are FREE. Parking is available in the Waterfront Garage located on Delaware Avenue. It’s just a short trip from the Garage to the Battleship New Jersey.
Highlights: Experience the Battleship New Jersey. America’s most decorated Battleship is now the area’s most exciting museum, open for tours, events and overnight encampments. Exploring “BB62” is experiencing history in a whole new way. Not only do you see exhibits of artifacts from the ship’s past, but you are put into the exhibit as you go through the tour route. Sit in the chair from which Admiral Halsey commanded the fleet. Stretch out on the bunks where the sailors slept. Climb into the 16” gun turret and learn how the projectiles were loaded. From the moment you step across the ship’s brow you will understand that this is a museum where visitors take an active role. From strolling across forecastle to climbing the original ladders up to the bridge, and beyond, each step in your journey brings you closer to understanding what life was like for a sailor on the Battleship New Jersey.
Bobolink Dairy & Bakehouse
Address: 369 Stamets Road | Milford, NJ 08848
Phone: 908.86.GRASS
Web Site: www.cowsoutside.com
Distance: approximately 33 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour 2 minutes.
Hours of Operation: Tours are weather dependent. Check website for schedule.
Admission Prices: $5 for ages 4 and up. FREE for children 3 and under
Highlights: Join one of us on a one hour walk through the milking parlor, creamery, bakery, cheese cave, and a hike outside to see the cows and our beautiful land.
Bronx Zoo
Address: Bronx River Parkway & Boston Rd | Bronx, NY 10460
Phone: 718.367.1010
Web Site: www.bronxzoo.com
Distance: approximately 65 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Hours of Operation: Spring/Summer hours (Apr-Oct): Monday-Friday 10:00am-5:00pm;Weekends & Holidays 10:00am-5:30pm. Winter Hours (Nov- March): Monday—Sunday 10 am to 4:30 pm.
Admission Prices: Spring/Summer rates: Thursday-Tuesday Adults $12.00, Children (2-12) $9.00, Seniors (65+) $9.00, Wednesday is by donation, Children under 2 are always FREE. Pay-one-price pass (available April 29 — October 29): A ticket that combines regular gate admission with a reduced rate for the most popular attractions. Adults $25.00, Seniors (65+) $19.00 and Children (2-12 years) $19.00. There is an additional fee for Special Rides & Attractions, please see website for more details.
There is an opportunity for a family membership for $120.00 ($74.00 is tax deductible). This includes admission for two adults and children under the age of 18 as well as some other perks. Please see website for more details. There is $8.00 parking for the Bronx Zoo located just off exit 6 of the Bronx River Parkway. Additional parking is also available seasonally on Southern Boulevard.
Highlights: Voted Best Family Outing in New York by citysearch.com users two years in a row, The Bronx Zoo is the flagship of the largest network of metropolitan zoos in the country. Comprised of 265 acres, the Zoo has over 4,000 animals with extraordinary exhibits such as the Congo Gorilla Forest, the Indoor Asian Rain Forest and the Himalayan Highlands Habitat. There is also a Children’s Zoo, where kids can pet and feed domestic animals and enjoy climbing a spider’s web, sliding down a hollow tree and crawling through a prairie dog tunnel.
Brooklyn Children’s Museum
Address: 145 Brooklyn Avenue | Brooklyn, NY 11213
Phone: 718.735.4400
Web Site: www.brooklynkids.org
Distance: approximately 56 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour 22 minutes.
Hours of Operation: July-August: Monday Closed, Tuesday-Thursday 12:00pm-6:00 pm;Friday 12:00pm-6:30pm; Saturday & Sunday 11:00am-6:00pm. September-June: Monday & Tuesday Closed;Wednesday & Thursday 12:00pm-6:00pm; Friday 12:00pm-6:30pm; Saturday & Sunday 11:00am-6:00pm. There are special hours for the Totally Tots area (children under the age of 5): July-August: Monday Closed; Tuesday-Thursday 11:00am-6:00pm; Friday 11:00am-6:00pm; Saturday & Sunday 11:00am-6:00pm. September-June: Monday & Tuesday Closed; Wednesday & Thursday 11:00am-6:00pm; Friday 11:00am-6:00pm; Saturday & Sunday 11:00am-6:00pm. The museum is closed on Christmas, New Year’s, Independence, Labor and Thanksgiving Day.
Admission Prices: $5.00 per person, FREE for members and children under the age of one. There is an opportunity for a family membership for $50.00. Please see website for more details. There is on-street parking available.
Highlights: At the Museum you explore the world! Enjoy learning about music from all over the world at the Music Mix exhibit and urban cities in the Together in the City. Children under the age of 5 can play and learn in the Totally Tots exhibit. Here they will find fun and interesting spaces like the Play Pond, Kids” Quarry and Baby Patch.
Camden Children’s Garden
Address: Camden City Garden Club | 3 Riverside Drive | Camden, NJ 08103
Phone: 856.365.8733
Web Site: www.camdenchildrensgarden.org
Distance: approximately 47 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Hours of Operation: Open daily from 10:00am — 5:00pm. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day.
Admission Prices: Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for children (3-11), and FREE for children two and younger. There is a modest additional fee for the three amusement rides. Family membership rates are also available. A discount ticket is available if you show your Adventure Aquarium ticket stub. Suggested parking in the Waterfront parking garage.
Highlights: For the curious nature lover, the four acre Camden Children’s Garden is definitely a special place. Here you can explore interactive gardens such as a Railroad Garden, A Dinosaur Garden and a Maze. There is also a Treehouse, the Plaza de Aibonito Tropical Exhibit, and several Storybook Gardens such as the Three Little Pigs and Alice in Wonderland Gardens. The Philadelphia Eagles Four Seasons Butterfly House and the three amusement rides (Commerce Carousel, ArrowRiver train ride, and the Spring Butterfly ride) are sure to be a hit! Combine this trip with a stop at the Adventure Aquarium and you have a fun filled day for the whole family!
Camelbeach Mountain Waterpark
Address: 1 Camelback Road | Tannersville, PA 18372
Phone: 570.629.1661
Web Site: www.camelbeach.com
Distance: approximately 84 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour and 47 minutes.
Hours of Operation: Seasonal, open in summer months, 9am to 5:30pm daily. Check website for details.
Admission Prices:Day passes and Season passes available. General admission for Age 2 & under, FREE; (48″ and taller) $36.99; Child (Under 48″ tall) $24.99 ; Senior (Age 65+) $24.99.
Highlights: Whether you like adrenaline-filled waterslides or just lounging pool side on a hot summer day, at Camelbeach you’ll find thrills from mild to wild. With over 37 rides, slides and attractions, dousing buckets, spraying water, hundreds of palm trees, cobblestone walkways, and beach sand, Camelbeach instantly transports you to a waterpark oasis, where kids can be kids and adults can too. Come experience Camelbeach and you’ll quickly see that this is no ordinary waterpark.
Cape May County Zoo
Address: 707 Route 9 North | Cape May, NJ 08210
Phone: 609.465.1033
Web Site: www.capemaycountyzoo.org
Distance: approximately 113 miles. Driving time approximately 2 hours.
Hours of Operation: Open Daily (Begins when Day-Light Savings Starts) 10 am to 4:45 pm; Winter Hours (Begins when Day-Light Savings Ends) 10 am to 3:45 pm; Closed Christmas Day.
Admission Prices: FREE
Highlights: The PRIDE of Cape May County. Our zoo is a major attraction to the thousands of visitors to the shore and residents alike. Families who visit our zoo are always impressed by the lush country gardens, leisurely atmosphere and extensive natural environment. Animal lovers are impressed by our collection of over 550 critters, representing over 250 species. But above all we are proud of the conscientious care our animals receive from a dedicated and caring staff.
The Central Park Zoo
Address: 830 Fifth Avenue | New York, NY 10021
Phone: 212.439.6500
Web Site: www.centralparkzoo.com
Distance: approximately 55 miles. Driving Time approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Hours of Operation: April—Oct: Monday-Friday 10:00am-5:00pm; Weekends 10:00am-5:30pm. November-March: Daily 10:00am-4:30pm.
Admission Prices: Admission to Zoo includes admission to Children’s Zoo: Adults $8.00, Children (3-12) $3.00, Seniors (65+) $4.00, Children under 3 are FREE. There are no parking facilities available at the Zoo. There are a number of parking garages located between 60th and 67th streets and 2nd Avenue to Park Avenue.
Highlights: Taking the kids to New York City for the day? The Central Park Zoo is must see stop on your journey. Situated on over 5 acres, The Central Park Zoo and the Tisch Children’s Zoo offer you the ability to see over 130 different species only a few yards from 5th Avenue. Here you will find a wide range of animals from polar bears, seals and penguins to tropical birds, monkeys, and red pandas. In the Tisch Children’s Zoo, perfect for kids under the age of 6, you will find farm animals to pet and feed, a children’s theater, and a variety of interactive animal statues such as a spider web made of rope and a mock turtle’s shell and bunny.
The Children’s Museum of Manhattan
Address: 212 W.83rd Street | New York, NY 10024
Phone: 212.721.1223
Web Site: www.cmom.org
Distance: approximately 56 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Hours of Operation: Tuesday — Sunday 10am — 5pm; Closed Mondays for Camp Groups & Summer Programs. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day.
Admission Prices: Children and Adults $8.00, Seniors $5.00, Children under one and CMOM Members FREE. There is an opportunity for a family membership for $145.00 ($115.00 is tax deductible). This includes admission for all the children in one household, two named cardholders, and the household’s caregiver(s). Please see website for more details. There is a Central Parking garage located on West 83rd Street between Columbus and Amsterdam. You can receive a 15% discount on your parking charge at this garage only by having your parking ticket validated at Admissions.
Highlights: Five floors of pure entertainment! There are permanent exhibits like the Little West Side where children can drive the mail truck and build the city skyline, and rotating exhibits such as Dora the Explorer, on display through December 2006, where children can climb through Boots playhouse and help Diego care for animals. Beside exhibits there are also daily drop-in programs like Story Time, Circle Time and Draw Me a Picture. Be sure to check-in and sign up at the Information Desk if you are interested in participating.
Clementon Park & Splash World
Address: 144 Berlin Road | Clementon, NJ 08021
Phone: 856.783.0263
Web Site: www.clementonpark.com
Distance: approximately 50 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Hours of Operation: Seasonal, check website for hours.
Admission Prices: Daily passes and Seasonal Passes available. Check website for details.
Highlights: A water park, thrill rides and family rides await you at Clementon Park & Splash World.
The Crayola Factory
Address: 30 Centre Square | Easton, PA 18042
Phone: 610.515.8000
Web Site: www.crayola.com/factory
Distance: approximately 54 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
Hours of Operation: Vary depending on the day and time of year. Please check site before planning a trip. Generally speaking, January — May: Monday Closed, Tuesday-Friday 9:30am-3:00pm, Saturday 9:30am-5:00pm, Sunday 12:00pm-5:00pm. Memorial Day-Labor Day: Monday-Saturday 9:30am-5:00pm, Sunday special hours, Sept — Dec: Monday Closed, Tuesday-Friday 9:30am-3:00pm, Saturday 9:30am-5:00pm, Sunday 12:00pm-5:00pm.
Admission Prices: Adults & Children (ages 3-64) $9.50, Seniors (ages 65+) $9.00, Military Discount $8.50, Children 2 and younger FREE. Admission does not include the 5% City of Easton admissions tax. Paid parking is available at the City of Easton’s Municipal Parking Garage located on Pine Street and at other nearby lots. There is also metered parking. Important to note, Crayola Factory does not validate parking.
Highlights: For the budding artist in every child, the Crayola Facotry is a 20,000 square foot facility is an activity center for children of all ages. The Factory is not a real manufacturing plant, but there are live demonstrations on how crayons are made as well as over dozen other hands-on activities.
Crystal Cave Park
Address: 963 Crystal Cave Road | Kutztown, PA 19530
Phone: 610.683.6765
Web Site: www.crystalcavepa.com
Distance: approximately 94 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
Hours of Operation: Open Daily: March 1st – November 30th, 9am-5pm with extended summer hours. The cave is not wheelchair accessible.
Admission Prices: Adults $12.50, Children (4 – 11) $8.50, Children under 3 are FREE.
Highlights: A 45 minute tour includes an 8 minute video presentation in the Crystal Cave theater relating the theory of cave formation and the wonders of nature at Crystal Cave Park.
Da Vinci Science Center
Address: 3145 Hamilton Boulevard Bypass | Allentown, PA 18103
Phone: 484.664.1002
Web Site: www.davincisciencecenter.org
Distance: approximately 94 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
Hours of Operation: Monday-Saturday: 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday: 12-5 p.m. Closed Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, New Year’s Day; Special closings to be announced
Admission Prices: Adults: $11.95, Children (Ages 4-12): $8.95, Toddlers (Ages 3 and Under): Free, Seniors (Ages 62 and Up): $8.95, Military Members: $8.95
Highlights: Da Vinci Science Center experiences include a two-story exhibit floor; nearly three-dozen programs for visitors of all ages, students, educators, and community groups.
Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom
Address: 4000 Dorney Park Road | Allentown, PA 18104
Phone: 610.395.3724
Web Site: www.dorneypark.com
Distance: approximately 76 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour 23 minutes.
Hours of Operation: Vary depending on the day and time of year. Please check site before planning a trip.
Admission Prices: Pricing starts at $27.99. See website for pricing details. Parking is $15 per day.
Highlights: There is something for everyone at Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom including Dinosaurs Alive, Roller Coasters, Thrill Rides, Planet Snoopy, Wildwater Kingdom, Live Entertainment, Family Rides and more!
Dutch Springs
Address: 4733 Hanoverville Road | Bethlehem, PA 18020
Phone: 610.759.2270
Web Site: www.dutchsprings.com
Distance: approximately 68 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour 26 minutes.
Hours of Operation: April – December; Aqua Park open seasonally. Check website for details.
Admission Prices: Children 10 and up, $16-$28; children 5-9, $12 – $18 depending on day. Check website for schedule.
Highlights: Dutch Springs, a recreational facility with adventure fun for the entire family, has an Aqua Park, Sky Challenge, and NorthStar Adventure, which provides adventure-based team building experiences for corporations and other groups.
Dutch Wonderland
Address: 2249 Lincoln Highway East | Lancaster, PA 17602
Phone: 866.386.2839
Web Site: www.dutchwonderland.com
Distance: approximately 97 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour 52 minutes.
Hours of Operation: Vary depending on the day and time of year. Please check site before planning a trip.
Admission Prices: Royalty (ages 3-59) $29.95; Senior Royalty (ages 60-69) $24.95; Senior Plus Royalty (70+) $17.95; and Royalty-in-Training (ages 2 and under) FREE. Parking FREE.
Highlights: A Kingdom for kids! Enjoy rides, entertainment, food and much more.
Eastern State Penitentiary
Address: 2027 Fairmount Avenue | Philadelphia, PA 19130
Phone: 215.236.3300
Web Site: www.easternstate.org
Distance: approximately 46 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour.
Hours of Operation: Visitor Center is open every day from 10 am to 5 pm (last entry 4 pm). Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day. Tour Times: Weekdays at 10 am, 12 pm, 2 pm, 3 pm & 4 pm. Weekends: Every hour 10 am to 4 pm.
Admission Prices: Adults: $12, Seniors: $10, Students & Kids: $8. Not recommended for children under the age of 7.
Highlights: Recommended for children 7 and up. Kids are fascinated by the massive cellblocks, dark cells, and stories of inmate lives and escapes at Eastern State Penitentiary. It’s one of the most popular stops for families visiting Philadelphia! The admission price for kids ages 7-12 includes an educational Kids’ Guide booklet (“Eastern State Challenge,”) that includes a scavenger hunt, games, and a take-home poster of Pep the Dog.
Field Station: Dinosaurs
Address: One Dinosaur Way | Secaucus, NJ 07094
Phone: 855.999.9010
Web Site: www.fieldstationdinosaurs.com
Distance: approximately 50 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Hours of Operation: Seasonal operation, check website for hours.
Admission Prices: Adults $25.00, Children (ages 3-12) $17.50, Children (2 and under) Free, Seniors (65 and up) $17.50. $10 parking fee.
Highlights: The Field Station is an outdoor exhibition with 31 life sized animatronic dinosaurs. We are a walking park with games, workshops and entertainment along the way. Guests will be given a trail map with a schedule of daily activities to plan their self-guided expedition.
The Franklin Institute
Address: 222 North 20th Street | Philadelphia, PA 19103
Phone: 215.448.1200
Web Site: www2.fi.edu
Distance: approximately 45 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Hours of Operation: Daily 9:30am-5:00pm, The Tuttleman IMAX ® Theater stays open until 9PM on Friday and Saturday evenings. Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas and New Year’s Day.
Admission Prices: Sci-Pass (does not include IMAX ®) is $13.75 for Adults and $11.00 for Children (ages 4-11) and Senior Citizens (ages 62 and up). Sci-Pass with IMAX ® is $18.75 for Adults and $16.00 for Children and Senior Citizens. IMAX ® only is $9.00 for Adults and $9.00 for Children or Senior Citizens. There is an opportunity for a family membership for $75.00. This includes admission for two adults and any four children. Please see website for more details. Parking is available in the Franklin Institute Garage, entered from 21st Street. Rates vary depending on length of visit, please see website for specific details. Also, please remember to bring your parking ticket to the information desk for validation to receive reduced rates. There are additional parking locations, please website for more details. For shorter visits, there is metered parking located on Winter Street.
Highlights: With 9 permanent exhibits such as The Giant Heart, The Space Command, and The Sports Challenge, children can walk-through a heart, check out equipment used by real astronauts and feel what it would be like to be a star athlete. There are also several fascinating traveling exhibits to fill a child’s mind with excitement and wonder. There is also The Fels Planetarium and The Tuttleman IMAX ® Theater to provide an out-of-this world experience.
The Great Wolf Lodge
Address: 1 Great Wolf Drive | Scotrun, PA 18355
Phone: 800.768.9653
Web Site: www.greatwolf.com/poconos/waterpark
Distance: approximately 91 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
Hours of Operation: The indoor waterpark is typically open from 9am to 9pm daily. You may start using the waterpark at 1:00PM on the day of check in until close on the day of departure.
Admission Prices: The Waterpark is only available to overnight guests of the Lodge. Check with Reservations for pricing.
Highlights: Your Great Wolf Lodge adventure begins in our massive, 84-degree indoor water park. Splash the day away in over 79,000 square feet of water-packed excitement, including jaw-dropping slides for thrill seekers or zero-depth entry areas for little ones. Outside the water park, the fun continues. Grab a wand and battle a dragon in MagiQuest or get an ice cream-themed manicure in Scooops Kid Spa before gathering your family in our Grand Lobby for nightly fireside Story Time, the perfect ending to a Great Wolf day.
Herr’s Snack Factory Tour
Address: 20 Herr Drive | Nottingham, PA 19362
Phone: 1.800.63.SNACK
Web Site: www.herrs.com/SnackFactoryTours.html
Distance: approximately 98 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour and 54 minutes.
Hours of Operation: Monday – Thursday 9 AM to 12 PM and 1 PM to 3 PM, Fridays 9 AM to 12 PM (cannot guarantee production running on Friday). All tours take approximately one hour long
Admission Prices: FREE
Highlights: There’s no fake machinery or actors – it’s the REAL factory, the REAL workers, and the REAL process Herr’s® has perfected to make their products taste REALLY great. Our tour is a first hand learning experience that includes visual methods that’s sure to impress children and adults alike. You’ll never forget the little-known facts, like how a pretzel gets its brown color, or what makes a great chipping potato, and how tortilla chips get their seasoning.
Hersheypark
Address: 100 W. Hersheypark Drive | Hershey, PA 17033
Phone: 1.800.HERSHEY
Web Site: www.hersheypark.com
Distance: approximately 129 miles. Driving time approximately 2 hours and 24 minutes.
Hours of Operation: Hersheypark is open for the summer season for weekends beginning in early May and daily from late May through Labor Day. Also open for a few September weekends after Labor Day. Hersheypark is closed in January, February and March. Please check website for details.
Admission Prices: Daily Pass rates are Regular (ages 9-54) $51.95, Junior (ages 3-8) $30.95, Senior (ages 55-69) $30.95, Senior Plus (70+) $20.95 and Children (ages 2 and under) FREE. Multiple Day Passes and Season Passes are also available. Please check website for details. Daily parking fee charged to all vehicles entering Hersheypark. $10.00 per vehicle, $15.00 per camper. No overnight parking.
Highlights: This Amusement Park has something for everyone! Hersheypark is divided into eight themed lands, ranging from the beautifully themed English Tudor Square, through to the more contemporary boardwalk style of Midway America. ZooAmerica, a small zoo behind Hersheypark, is included with your Hersheypark admission. Don”t forget to stop by Chocolate World, a free demonstration of how Hershey makes all of their chocolate.
Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell Center
Address: 525 Market Street | Philadelphia, PA 19106
Phone: 215.965.2305
Web Site: www.nps.gov/inde
Distance: approximately 49 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour.
Hours of Operation: Independence Hall is open daily 9am – 5pm (security gates close at 4:45pm); Liberty Bell Center is open daily 9am – 5pm (security gates close at 4:55pm); Independence Visitors Center is open daily 8:30am – 6pm. Closed on Christmas Day. Suggested parking at the Independence Visitor Center underground parking garage, located on the east (left) side of 6th Street between Arch and Market Streets.
Admission Prices: Tickets are required from March 1 to December 31, except for July 4th and Thanksgiving, for Independence Hall.
Highlights: Start your day at the Independence Visitors Center. Take a guided tour of Independence Hall, led by National Park rangers, beginning in the courtroom where lawyers from opposing sides shared tables and law books. Then make your way to the Liberty Bell at the Liberty Bell Center.
Independence Seaport Museum
Address: Penn’s Landing on the Delaware River | 211 S. Columbus Boulevard | Philadelphia, PA 19106
Phone: 215.413.8655
Web Site: www.phillyseaport.org
Distance: approximately 45 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour.
Hours of Operation: Open daily 10:00 am – 5:00 pm. The Museum is closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day. Parking is available directly adjacent to the Museum in the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation public parking lot. The lot prices vary by season.
Admission Prices: $13.50 Adults, $10 Seniors (65 & over), $10 Children/College Students/Military.
Highlights: The Independence Seaport Museum is an anchor attraction on Penn’s Landing, attracting visitors to experience both Philadelphia’s heritage and current waterfront. The Museum educates through interactive programs in its boat shop, presents changing exhibits in its galleries and hosts visiting ships and events year-round.
Insectropolis
Address: 1761 Route 9 | Toms River, NJ 08755
Phone: 732.349.7090
Web Site: www.insectropolis.com
Distance: approximately 52 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour and 2 minutes.
Hours of Operation: Open Tuesday — Saturday 10:00am-3:00pm; Closed Sunday, Monday and Holidays.
Admission Prices: $7 per visitor, children under 3 are FREE. Parking is FREE.
Highlights: A bug museum that’s fun for the whole family. Whether it’s learning all about the fascinating world of insects at our famous Bug University location, or visiting the killer inmates at our state prison, The Rock, Insectropolis is a guaranteed good time for all age groups!
Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
Address: Pier 86 | W. 46th St and 12th Ave | New York, NY 10036-4103
Phone: 877.957.SHIP (7447)
Web Site: www.intrepidmuseum.org
Distance: approximately 57 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Hours of Operation: Spring/Summer Hours (April 1st – October 31st) open Monday – Friday 10AM – 5PM and Saturday, Sunday & Holidays 10AM – 6PM. Fall/Winter Hours (November 1st – March 31st) open daily (including Holidays) 10AM – 5PM.
Admission Prices: Adult $22.00, Seniors (62+) $18.00, Youth (7-17) $17.00, Child (3-6) $10.00, Child under (3) Free
Highlights: Intrepid is dedicated to the exhibition and interpretation of history, science and service as related to its home aboard the USS Intrepid, a National Historic Landmark. As you explore the Museum you will be able to examine original artifacts, view historic video footage, and explore interactive exhibits. Visitors can also ride in the A-6 Cockpit Simulator, visit the Virtual Flight Zone, and tour the inside of the world’s fastest commercial airplane, Concorde.
Jenkinson’s Aquarium
Address: 300 Ocean Avenue | Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
Phone: 732.892.0600
Web Site: www.jenkinsons.com/aquarium
Distance: approximately 56 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour and 6 minutes.
Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday: 9:30am–5:00pm, Saturday – Sunday: 10:00am–5:00pm. Longer hours during Summer Season. Please see website for details.
Admission Prices: Adult: $10.00, Children 3 – 12 $6.00, Children 0-2 are Free
Highlights: Jenkinson’s Aquarium is a privately owned facility located on the boardwalk in Point Pleasant Beach, NJ. The aquarium is dedicated to educating the public on all aspects of marine life and conservation. Each exhibit is designed to promote awareness of the animals, their habitats and conservation. Exhibits such as Atlantic sharks, Pacific sharks, coral reefs, penguins, alligators and seals give you the opportunity to get up close to animals from around the globe. Another attraction, the touch tank, allows visitors to touch live animals ranging from a sea star to a sting ray!
Jersey Shore Pirates
Address: Riverfront Marina | 281 Princeton Avenue | Brick, NJ 08724
Phone: 732.899.6100
Web Site: www.jerseyshorepirates.com
Distance: approximately 53 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Hours of Operation: 9:30am, 11:00am, 12:30pm, 2:00pm, 3:30pm, and 5:00pm seven days a week during the season. Please check site before planning a trip.
Admission Prices: $18 per person, $12 for children 2 and under. At least one responsible adult per group is required to accompany their little pirates. Reservations are highly recommended.
Highlights: Come sail with Jersey Shore Pirates. Bring your young pirates aboard the Sea Gypsy for a swashbuckling Pirate Adventure on the Metedeconk River. A perfect adventure for families of all sizes! Your mini mates will have the opportunity to dress-up like pirates, get face painted with pirate “tattoos”, and learn some pirate lingo before setting sail on an hour and fifteen minute long action packed adventure. Once on board, the mates will participate in an interactive treasure hunt on the high seas. The complete adventure averages a total of an hour and forty-five minutes from face paint and dress up to the triumphant return to the dock.
Keansburg Amusement Park
Address: 275 Beachway Avenue | Keansburg, NJ 07734
Phone: 732.495.1400
Web Site: www.keansburgamusementpark.com
Distance: approximately 41 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour 1 minute.
Hours of Operation: Seasonal, check website for details.
Admission Prices: Check website for current rates. It is more convenient for guests to use the lot behind the amusement park. The cost to park a car ALL DAY LONG is $5.00.
Highlights: Easy on the budget and full of choices, no one in the family will go home disappointed. Conveniently located in Central NJ, our family-owned and family-friendly parks can be the “daycation” of your dreams. Leave your worries behind and enter the FREE zone because Keansburg Amusement Park has never charged an entrance fee. Spend money only on the rides and attractions that appeal to your sense of fun. Enjoy dozens of kiddie rides from toddler size and up, thrill seeker’s choices like the Wild Cat Roller Coaster, Double Shot, Moby Dick, Cliff Hanger and many more, arcades and wheels-of-chance at reasonable rates. (We still have a 10 cent game!), delicious assortment of food and drink from snacks to full dinners.
Lakota Wolf Preserve
Address: 89 Mt. Pleasant Road | Columbia, NJ 07832
Phone: 877.733.9653
Web Site: www.lakotawolf.com
Distance: approximately 68 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour and 28 minutes.
Hours of Operation: Open year round (weather dependent) with two viewing times dailey. Check website for detailed information. Reservations required on weekdays.
Admission Prices: $16.05 (tax included) per adult age 12 years and older,
and $7.49 (tax included) per child age 2-11yrs for you 1.5 hour wolf watch. For an additional fee of $6.65 per adult and $1.36 per child, you may arrive as early as 9am and depart as late as 6pm. This enables you to use the Camp Taylor facilities including the swimming lake, bring a picnic lunch, use the hiking trails, rent the boats or mini golf, etc. Parking is at Camp Taylor.
Highlights: The howling of wolves echo through the mountains of the Delaware Water Gap in Knowlton Township, Warren County, NJ. Photo opportunities of a lifetime and the experience of watching and listening to packs of Tundra, Timber, and Arctic wolves will be yours. View wolves here in the East in a natural surrounding for the first time in over a century. Bobcats and foxes also reside at the reserve.
The Land of Make Believe
Address: 354 Great Meadows Road — Rt. 611 | Hope, NJ 07844
Phone: 908.459.9000
Web Site: www.thelandofmakebelieve.com
Distance: approximately 59 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour and 25 minutes.
Hours of Operation: Open for the public weekends only starting Memorial Day weekend (including Memorial Day Monday) thru 2nd weekend in June. Open for the public DAILY from the 3rd Saturday in June thru Labor Day. The Park will also be open on the weekend after Labor Day. Hours are 10:00am-6:00pm throughout the season.
Admission Prices: Admission price includes ALL Rides, Shows, Attractions, Family Picnic Grove, and Pirate’s Cove WaterPark. Adults: $19.00, Children (2-18): $21.00, Senior Citizens (62 & up): $17.00, Children under 24 months: FREE (limited to certain amusement rides). Parking is FREE.
Highlights: A family water and amusement park serving the tri-state area for over half a decade, a trip to the Land of Make Believe is guaranteed to be an action-packed day of family fun. Here you will find exciting rides, shows, attractions, games, a waterpark and a picnic area on over 30 acres. Family favorites include the Action River Ride, Buccaneer Pirate & Wading Pool, Hayride, Old McDonald’s Farm, “Black Hole’ Waterslide, Grand Carousel, Pirates Fort, just to name a few.
Liberty Science Center
Address: 222 Jersey City Boulevard | Jersey City, NJ 07305
Phone: 201.200.1000
Web Site: www.lsc.org
Distance: approximately 49 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Hours of Operation: Check website for details. Normal Winter Exhibition Hours: Closed Mondays except holidays, Saturday – Sunday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, Tuesday – Friday: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm.
Admission Prices: Adults (Age 13+) $16.75, Kids (Age 2-12) $12.50. Additional fee for IMAX Films. Parking is $7 per day.
Highlights: Liberty Science Center (LSC.org) is a 300,000-square-foot learning center located in Liberty State Park on the Jersey City bank of the Hudson near the Statue of Liberty. Dedicated to bringing the excitement of science to people of all ages, Liberty Science Center houses 12 museum exhibition halls, a live animal collection with 110 species, giant aquariums, a 3D theater, the nation’s largest IMAX Dome Theater, live simulcast surgeries, tornado and hurricane-force wind simulators, K-12 classrooms and labs, and teacher-development programs. More than half a million students, teachers, and parents visit the Science Center each year, and tens of thousands more participate in the Center’s offsite and online programs.
Longwood Gardens
Address: 1001 Longwood Road | Kennett Square , PA 19348
Phone: 800.737.5500
Web Site: www.longwoodgardens.org
Distance: approximately 77 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour and 32 minutes.
Hours of Operation: Open for the public every day of the year. Please check website for specific times.
Admission Prices: Adults $16, Seniors ages 62+ $14, Students ages 5-18 $6, Children ages 4 and under are Free. Parking is FREE.
Highlights: Longwood Gardens is a world-class destination, not just for unique and extravagant horticultural displays, but also for shopping and dining. The gardens encompass 1,050 acres of gardens, woodlands, and meadows. Enjoy over 11,000 types of plants, more fountains than any other garden in the US, educational and visitor programming, and over 400 performances a year. There are child friendly programs offered throughout the year, please check the website for details.
The New York Aquarium
Address: Surf Avenue & West 8th | Brooklyn, NY 11224
Phone: 718.265.FISH
Web Site: www.nyaquarium.com
Distance: approximately 52 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
Hours of Operation: The Aquarium is open 365 days a year and the seasonal hours are as follows: April-May: Monday-Friday 10:00am-5:00pm; Saturday & Sunday 10:00am-5:30pm; Holidays 10:00am-5:30pm. May-Sept: Monday-Friday 10:00am-6:00pm; Saturday & Sunday 10:00am-7:00pm; Holidays 10:00am-7:00pm. Sept-Oct: Monday-Friday 10:00am-5:00pm; Saturday & Sunday 10:00am-5:30pm; Holidays 10:00am-5:30pm. Oct-March: Monday-Friday 10:00am-4:30pm; Saturday & Sunday 10:00am-4:30pm; Holidays 10:00am-4:30pm. Last ticket is sold 45 minutes prior to closing.
Admission Prices: Adults $12.00, Children (2-12) $8.00, Seniors (65+) $8.00, *Children under 2 years are FREE. There is an opportunity for a family membership for $120.00 ($74.00 is tax deductible). This includes admission for two adults and children under the age of 18 as well as some other perks. Please see website for more details. Daytime parking until 8:00pm — $10.00.
Highlights: Feel like going on a nostalgic trip to Old Coney Island? Why not stop at the New York Aquarium! Situated on 14 acres by the sea in Coney Island, the Aquarium is home to over 350 species of aquatic wildlife and over 8,000 animals. Whether you are watching sea lions perform at the Aquatheater, sharks and eels swim at Glover’s Reef, or penguins eating at the Sea Cliffs, you are bound to see some interesting animals.
Philadelphia Zoo
Address: 3400 West Girard Avenue | Philadelphia, PA 19104
Phone: 215.243.1100
Web Site: www.philadelphiazoo.org
Distance: approximately 45 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes.
Hours of Operation: March—November: 10:00 am—5:00 pm daily. December—February: 10:00 am—4:00 pm daily.
Admission Prices: (In-Season, April — Oct) General Admission (includes Birds of Australia) , Adult: $16.95, Child (age 2—11): $13.95, Child (under 2): FREE, Members: FREE — The family membership is $89 and includes admission for two adults and admission for children in the household under age 18. Parking is $10.00, Member with valid membership card is FREE.
Highlights: For the zoo lover in all of us, the Philadelphia Zoo offers more than 1500 rare and exotic animals from around the world on 42 acres of picturesque Victorian gardens and historical architecture. The Tastykake Children’s Zoo includes a farm area where children can see sheep, goats, chickens and rabbits. There are also two new animal exercise yards where children can find macaws, porcupines, hedgehogs and owls and in the Backyard Bugs area, curious kids can see all sorts of interesting bugs. Lastly, throughout the day there are interactive animal shows at the brightly colored theatre.
Please Touch Museum
Address: Memorial Hall, Fairmount Park | 4231 Avenue of the Republic | Philadelphia, PA 19131
Phone: 215.581.3181
Web Site: www.pleasetouchmuseum.org
Distance: approximately 45 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Hours of Operation: General hours: Monday through Saturday 9 am—5pm, Sunday 11 am — 5pm, Closed New Year’s, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
Admission Prices: Children under the age of one: FREE, Children & Adults: $15 per person. Members are Free. Please call 215.581-3168 or 215.581-3170 for reservations and discount group rates. On-site parking is available in Please Touch Museum’s parking lot directly next to the Museum. Parking is $5.00 per car and free for museum members.
Highlights: The name says it all! A place where children are encouraged to touch, learn and play — what a great place! There are nine exhibits ranging from City Capers, where kids get a realistic peek onto an urban streetscape and discover the people, businesses and neighborhoods that make city life so dynamic, to interactive water play in the River Adventures exhibit. There are also theater performances and programs as well as a kid’s store. Please check their calendar of events to see what activity is scheduled the day you plan to visit.
Popcorn Park Zoo
Address: Humane Way at Lacey Road | PO Box 43 | Forked River, NJ 08731
Phone: 609.693.1900
Web Site: www.associatedhumanesocieties.org
Distance: approximately 47 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour 22 minutes.
Hours of Operation: 11:00am to 5:00pm, 7 days a week. Open Holidays from 11:00am to 2:00pm.
Admission Prices: Adult $5.00, Seniors and Children under 12 $4.00, Children under 3 are Free! Free with Wildlife Club, Share-A-Pet or Zoological Society membership card. Parking is free at their facility.
Highlights: Popcorn Park Zoo was established for the sole purpose of providing a refuge for wildlife that were sick, elderly, abandoned , abused, or injured, and which could no longer survive in its natural habitat. As time went on, they expanded to include exotic and domestic animals. Over 200 of these animals and birds now live in spacious surroundings in the heart of the scenic Pine Barrens in southern New Jersey.
You may be greeted at the gate by a gaggle of geese, but soon you will see a marvelous array of animals including African lions, tigers, mountain lions, a camel, emus, wallabies and more. In addition, you can visit monkeys in the monkey house, see native wildlife, farm animals, reptiles, tortoises and more. There are refreshments available and a picnic area for you to enjoy.
The Prospect Park Zoo
Address: 450 Flatbush Avenue | Brooklyn, New York 11225
Phone: 718.399.7339
Web Site: www.prospectparkzoo.com
Distance: approximately 56 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Hours of Operation: April —Oct: Monday-Friday 10:00am-5:00pm;Weekends 10:00am-5:30pm. November-March: Daily 10:00am-4:30pm.
Admission Prices: Adults $6.00, Children (3-12) $2.00, Seniors (65+) $2.25, Children under 3 are FREE. FREE parking is available on Flatbush Avenue.
Highlights: Visiting some friends and family in Brooklyn? Head over to beautiful Prospect Park where you will find almost 400 animals of more than 80 species. There are both indoor and outdoor areas were children can explore common and exotic animals in exhibits that are similar to their natural habitats. On the outdoor Discovery Trail you can find Kangaroo-Like Wallabies and Red Pandas. Inside exhibits feature Baboons, Snakes and many interesting birds. There is also a Petting Zoo area where children can learn about common domesticated animals and their habits.
The Queens Zoo
Address: 53-51 111th St. | Flushing Meadows Corona Park | Queens, NY 11368
Phone: 718.271.1500
Web Site: www.queenszoo.com
Distance: approximately 62 miles. Driving time approximately 1 ½ hours.
Hours of Operation: April —Oct: Monday-Friday 10:00am-5:00pm; Weekends 10:00am-5:30pm. November-March: Daily 10:00am-4:30pm.
Admission Prices: Adults $6.00, Children (3-12) $2.00, Seniors (65+) $2.25, Children under 3 are FREE. There is a FREE parking lot located at 111th and 53rd Avenue.
Highlights: Another stop on the Wildlife Conservation Society tour is the Queens Zoo. Situated on approximately 5 acres, you can find more than 400 animals of over 70 species. The zoo has the feel of a national park and its perimeter is a pathway which walks you through various wild habitats found in both North and South America. Here you will find California sea lions, American bald eagles and bison, endangered spectacled bears, and mountain lions.
Smith Memorial Playground & Playhouse
Address: East Fairmount Park | Kelly Drive by 33rd and Oxford Streets | Philadelphia, PA 19121
Phone: 215.765.4325
Web Site: www.smithkidsplayplace.org
Distance: approximately 48 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour.
Hours of Operation: Playground (for children 10 and younger) April 1 – September 30 open Tuesday – Sunday, 10am – 6pm; October 1 – December 31 open Friday – Sunday, 10am – 4pm. Playhouse (for children 5 and younger) April 1 – September 30 open Tuesday – Friday, 10am – 4pm, Saturday – Sunday, 10am – 6pm; October 1 – March 31 open Tuesday – Sunday, 10am – 4pm. Smith is closed to the public on Mondays, as well as New Year’s Eve Day, New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday, Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day and the following day, Christmas Eve Day, Christmas Day.
Admission Prices: FREE
Highlights: Smith Memorial Playground & Playhouse offers a free, safe place to play for children 10 and younger. The 6 1/2 acre Playground includes the Ann Newman Giant Wooden Slide and more than 50 pieces of unique, age-appropriate and accessible pieces of play equipment. The 24,000 square foot Playhouse, designed for children 5 and younger, gives them a chance to “drive” the train, “cook” in the kitchen, ride tricycles in Smithville and much, much more.
Space Farms Zoo & Museum
Address: 218 Route 519 | Sussex, NJ 07461
Phone: 973.875.5800
Web Site: www.spacefarms.com
Distance: approximately 78 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Hours of Operation: Open Daily 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Last Entrance at 4 p.m. April 15 thru October 31.
Admission Prices: Adults (13-64) – $15.00 plus tax, Children (3-12) – $10.50 plus tax, Seniors (65+) – $14.00 plus tax
Highlights: Featuring more than 500 animals of 100 different species, Space Farms has the largest private collection of North American animals, in their natural surroundings in the United States. The zoo also has many exotic species from around the world. Space Farms is internationally famous for their bear and lion cub breeding programs. The Space Farm’s Museum contains more than 50,000 artifacts, including 50 antique cars, motorcycles, farm implements, early American tools, dolls, clocks, tractors, horse drawn sleighs, and Native American artifacts. Space Farms also has the second largest privately owned collection of antique firearms in the United States.
Split Rock Resort & Golf Club
Address: One Lake Drive | Lake Harmony PA 18624
Phone: 570.722.9111
Web Site: www.splitrockresort.com
Distance: approximately 105 miles. Driving time approximately 2 hours 10 minutes.
Hours of Operation: Check website for hours of operation for various amenities at the resort.
Admission Prices: H20ooohh Indoor Family Waterpark is open to non-guests of the resort. Fees are Adult $39.95 (Twilight pass $31.95), Under 42? tall $34.95 (Twilight pass $26.95), Children 2 and under are free. There is FREE parking at the resort.
Highlights: Amenities at this resort include a lake, golf course, miniature golf, near by skiing at Jack Frost Ski Area, bowling alley, movie theater, indoor pool, outdoor pool, tennis courts, playground and of course an indoor water park. The H20ooohh Indoor Family Waterpark features attractions for all ages, including the Komodo Dragon-Pennsylvania’s 1st Indoor Flow Rider. Daredevils will want to try the Viper, Piranha and Amazon Blast Slides, which drop 4 stories. Those looking for refreshing relaxation will enjoy the Lava Springs hot tubs. The little ones will have a great time at the Jungle Falls & Leapin” Lizards play areas.
Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Immigration Museum
Address: Ellis Island – Liberty Island, NJ 07305
Phone: 212.363.3200
Web Site: www.nps.gov/stli
Distance: approximately 51 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
Hours of Operation: Liberty Island is open every day except December 25th. Check website for ferry schedule.
Admission Prices: All visits require the purchase of a ferry transportation ticket. Tickets include Liberty Island and Ellis Island. Tickets can be purchased through Statue Cruises at www.statuecruises.com or by calling 1 -877-LADY-TIX.
Highlights: The Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World was a gift of friendship from the people of France to the people of the United States and has become a universal symbol of hope, freedom and democracy. Located less than a mile north of Liberty Island, Ellis Island is an included stop for those visiting the Statue of Liberty National Monument. Opened in 1892, over 12 million immigrants were processed at Ellis Island until its closure in 1954, making it the busiest port of entry in the country at that time. The museum is located in the historic main building on Ellis Island.
Storybook Land
Address: 6415 Black Horse Pike (Routes 40 / 322) | Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234
Phone: 609.641.7847
Web Site: www.storybookland.com
Distance: approximately 91 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour 35 minutes.
Hours of Operation: Hours vary according to season. Please check website for specific operating hours.
Admission Prices: $19.95 plus tax for each child or adult includes all storybook attractions and unlimited rides. No charge for children under 12 months of age. Season passes are available. Parking Parking is free for all vehicles. Convenient parking for buses is located on adjacent lots.
Highlights: Your pay-one-price admission to Storybook Land includes unlimited rides, along with access to all of storybook attractions! At Storybook Land, the emphasis is on fun for the entire family … with special attention given to its youngest members. Enjoy rides including the J&J Railroad, Turtle Twirl, Bubbles the Coaster, Jumping Jumbos and many more.
Strasburg Rail Road
Address: 301 Gap Road | Ronks, PA 17572
Phone: 717.687.7522
Web Site: www.strasburgrailroad.com
Distance: approximately 95 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour 51 minutes.
Hours of Operation: Hours vary according to season. Please check website for specific operating hours.
Admission Prices: Check website for details.
Highlights: Strolling through the historic East Strasburg Station and the neighboring town of Strasburg, exploring the engines and rail cars up-close and riding beautifully restored trains are so much fun that you’ll almost forget that you’re immersed in a richly educational experience — learning about steam railroading, agriculture, Amish culture and PA Dutch heritage. The larger-than-life coal-burning steam train is just the beginning. Ride the Cagney Steam Train, a miniature version; operate a hand-powered Pump Car or watch the little ones “steer” the pint-sized Cranky Car. Browse the Thomas™ Toy Store. Discover an amazing railroad bookstore and railfan shop filled with apparel and merchandise. Special events include Day out with Thomas, easter Bunny Train and the Santa Express.
Tomahawk Lake Waterpark
Address: 153 Tomahawk Trail | Sparta, NJ 07871
Phone: 973.398.7777
Web Site: www.tomahawklake.com
Distance: approximately 62 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Hours of Operation: May — Labor Day.
Admission Prices: Weekdays: 8 and under $9.00, 9 and older $10.00; Weekends: 8 and under $10.00, 9 and older $11.00; Season Passes are available. Parking is included in price of admission.
Highlights: Enjoy a fun filled day at Lake Tomahawk with the whole family. Little ones (4 feet and under only) can play in Papoose Land, a water park filled with rafts, floating turtles, crocodiles, a mushroom shower and a mini water slide. Older visitors can enjoy three waterslides, bumper boats, paddle boats, 18 hole miniature golf, an arcade and much more. You can bring your own picnic or purchase refreshments at the park’s food stands, including the Snack Bar, Outdoor Beer Garden and Ice Cream Heaven.
WheatonArts
Address: 1501 Glasstown Road | Millville, NJ 08332
Phone: 800.998.4552
Web Site: www.wheatonarts.org
Distance: approximately 84 miles. Driving time approximately 1 hour 28 minutes.
Hours of Operation: Open April through December, Six Days: Tuesday through Sunday, 10am to 5pm, Memorial Day, July 4 and Labor Day. Closed: Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. (We close at 3pm on Christmas Eve day).
Admission Prices: $10.00 Adults, $9.00 Senior Adults (62+), $7.00 Students, Children 5 and under are free.
Highlights: Watch world class glass art created in the Glass Studio. Tour the Museum of American Glass with its notable collection. Walk through the Craft Studios and see skilled artists at work. Browse through the finest selection of handcrafted gift items in our wonderful museum stores. A variety of special events, exhibitions and educational programs are offered throughout the year.
