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35 Best Places to Visit in New Jersey for All Travelers

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35 Best Places to Visit in New Jersey for All Travelers

Introduction - Whether you are visiting New Jersey for the first time or returning to see more of the state, check out...

 
 

Ellis Island

Landmark 1 - Ellis Island is similar to the Statue of Liberty in that while NYC lays claim to it, it's technically in...

 
 
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Lucy the Margate Elephant

Landmark 2 - One of the quirkiest famous landmarks of New Jersey is Lucy the Margate Elephant. Located in Margate City, the six-story...

 
 

Delaware River

Landmark 3 - The Delaware River is a significant river on the Atlantic Coast. It runs through New Jersey, as well as New...

 
 
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George Washington Bridge

Landmark 4 - The George Washington Bridge was constructed in the late 1920s and opened in 1931, connecting New Jersey to Manhattan in...

 
 

Gateway National Recreation Area Sandy Hook Unit

Landmark 5 - Located in the Highlands region, Gateway National Recreation Area Sandy Hook Unit should be on every outdoor enthusiast's list of...

 
 
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Absecon Lighthouse

Landmark 6 - Located in Atlantic City, Absecon Lighthouse is the state's tallest lighthouse. It's also the third-tallest masonry lighthouse in the United...

 
 

Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park

Landmark 7 - The Great Falls of the Passaic River is the main attraction in Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park. The 77...

 
 
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Princeton University

Landmark 8 - New Jersey's Princeton University is one of eight Ivy League schools in the United States. These schools are not only...

 
 

Mount Tammany

Landmark 9 - One of the many natural landmarks in New Jersey that you have to see is Mount Tammany. You can see...

 
 

Liberty Science Center

Landmark 10 - A fun cultural landmark that's especially popular with families is the Liberty Science Center. The Jersey City attraction opened in...

 
 

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