Zoos and Gardens for New Jersey Kids

Find the best and latest exhibits at New Jersey's zoos, or cool art and blooms at its botanical gardens.
Zoos and Animal Encounters
Guests experience the safari at Six Flags Great Adventure from the privacy and safety of their own vehicles. Photo courtesy of Six Flags
The Best New Jersey Zoos and Aquariums to Visit with Kids
Tropical fish, rays, and sharks swim in the store windows at
Northeast's First SEA LIFE Aquarium Announces Spring 2020 Opening at American Dream in NJ
Visiting the Turtle Back Zoo means plenty of cute photo ops.
Visiting the Turtle Back Zoo: 10 Best Things To Do and See
Sea creatures galore wait to greet visitors at the Adventure Aquarium in Camden, New Jersey.
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Visiting the Adventure Aquarium in NJ: 10 Best Things To Do and See
Brookhollow's Barnyard is a family-run petting zoo in Boonton.
Visiting Brookhollow's Barnyard: Tips for Visiting this NJ Petting Zoo with Kids
Pet baby goats on a visit to Brookhollow's Barnyard in Boonton. Photo by Kaylynn Ebner
Meet the Animals at these New Jersey Petting Zoos and Animal Farms

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Gardens and Arboretums
Greenwood Gardens: A Sweet (and Cheap) Day Trip to Short Hills, NJ
The Cora Hartshorn Arboretum is home to hundreds of plant species and almost as many migrating birds.
Botanical Gardens and Arboretums With Kid-Friendly Programming in New Jersey
Grounds for Sculpture: A Hidden Gem in New Jersey
Camden Children's Garden Welcomes Little Explorers
A Dozen Fun Things to Do with Kids at Duke Farms in Hillsborough, NJ
Kids and grown-ups alike will love exploring the lush gardens at Reeves-Reed Arboretum.
Explore Lush Gardens and Nature with Kids at Reeves-Reed Arboretum

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Brookhollow's Barnyard is a family-run petting zoo in Boonton.
Visiting Brookhollow's Barnyard: Tips for Visiting this NJ Petting Zoo with Kids
Have family fun at this sweet NJ petting zoo.
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The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk has 75 animal exhibits and is home to more than 7,000 animals. Photo courtesy of the aquarium
Best Aquariums to Visit from the NYC Metro Area with Kids
Go under the sea on a day trip to one of these local aquariums.
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Meet, pet, walk, and feed the alpacas and more animal friends at Out of Sight Alpacas in Photo courtesy of the farm
Animal Encounters in New Jersey Where Kids Can Walk Alpacas, Feed Giraffes, Touch Sharks, More
From fishy kisses to hippo feedings, these outings delight animal lovers.
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Visiting the Turtle Back Zoo means plenty of cute photo ops.
Visiting the Turtle Back Zoo: 10 Best Things To Do and See
Have hands-on fun with animals at this beloved Essex County zoo.
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Sea creatures galore wait to greet visitors at the Adventure Aquarium in Camden, New Jersey.
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Visiting the Adventure Aquarium in NJ: 10 Best Things To Do and See
Visit the Amazon, touch a shark, and much more at this awesome aquarium.
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Enjoy the massive playground and splash pad at Van Saun Park. Photo courtesy of the park
12 Things to Do With Kids on a Day Trip to Van Saun Park
Check out all the rec options at this Bergen County park.
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