Things to Do with Kids in Jersey City, NJ

  • TripBuzz found 626 things to do with kids in or near Jersey City, New Jersey, including 608 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like New York City, Staten Island, Queens and Bronx.
  • From Pole Position Raceway to Hudson Bayonne Lanes, the Jersey City area offers 117 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Movie Theaters, Sailing and Bowling.
  • With a population of nearly 250,000, Jersey City is the second most populated city in the state of New Jersey. Known for its waterfront cityscape, the city has one of the largest downtown office markets. Also an enjoyable tourist destination, the city offers access to Liberty Island and Ellis Island as well as many museums and libraries.
  • TripBuzz found 626 things to do with kids in or near Jersey City, New Jersey, including 608 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like New York City, Staten Island, Queens and Bronx.
  • From Pole Position Raceway to Hudson Bayonne Lanes, the Jersey City area offers 117 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Movie Theaters, Sailing and Bowling.
  • With a population of nearly 250,000, Jersey City is the second most populated city in the state of New Jersey. Known for its waterfront cityscape, the city has one of the largest downtown office markets. Also an enjoyable tourist destination, the city offers access to Liberty Island and Ellis Island as well as many museums and libraries.
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15.2 Miles
86% 7 votes
History Museums 330 Paramus Road, Paramus, NJ 7652 MoreLess Info
Named for Fritz Behnke, long-time official historian of Paramus, the Fritz Behnke Historical Museum is devoted to preserving a sense of how life in the area would have been a century ago through replicas and artifacts.
15.2 Miles
90% 10 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas West Pond, Cross Bay Blvd, Queens, NY 11693 MoreLess Info
Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge is a bird sanctuary with more than 330 avian species living over a variety of habitats, along with other native wildlife. They offer many ranger-led programs such as sunset tours, hikes, and boat trips.
15.3 Miles
89% 103 votes
Parks Bronx, NY MoreLess Info
Covering 1,146 acres, the Van Cortlandt Park has amenities for the entire family to enjoy: barbeque areas, playgrounds, sport courts and fields, as well as 6.75 miles of trails. It is popular among birdwatchers, with approximately 54 bird species to be spotted in here.
15.3 Miles
92% 37 votes
Mini Golf 49 E. Midland Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07652 MoreLess Info
Consisting of an indoor facility lit with black light, Monster Mini Golf offers a horror themed course with a variety of monster sculptures. Visitors can have their birthday parties there and receive a guided tour of the course.
15.4 Miles
40% 5 votes
Specialty Museums 5961 Palisade Avenue, Bronx, NY 10471 MoreLess Info
Overlooking the Hudson River, the 5,000-square-foot Derfner Judaica Museum contains more than 1,400 artifacts and images related to Jewish history and modern Jewish culture. Visitors can take gallery tours and participate in holiday programs and family workshops.
15.4 Miles
70% 10 votes
Parks Drumgoole Road West & Maguire Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10309 MoreLess Info
Bloomingdale Park is a 138 acre park featuring several walking and jogging trails in a lightly wooded area. The park also offers several sports fields, including a soccer field, baseball diamond, and basketball court.
15.5 Miles
88% 16 votes
Bowling 22-22 Maple Avenue, Fair Lawn, NJ MoreLess Info
Brunswick Fairlawn Lanes is a traditional family-friendly bowling alley that offers casual and league play. The center also features a game room, pro shop and full service snack and drink bar.
15.5 Miles
75% 12 votes
Parks 420 Cornelia Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10312 MoreLess Info
With panoramic views of the ocean, Wolfe's Pond Park & Beach offers visitors a recreational area with walking trails and a playground. At the beach, visitors can fish for bass and catfish.
15.5 Miles
17% 12 votes
Bowling 1215 E Gun Hill Road, Bronx, NY 10469 MoreLess Info
A 48-lane bowling center, Gun Post Lanes offers open and league bowling with shoe rental and bumpers. The center also provides a pro shop, a bar and lounge, party hosting, black light bowling and a snack bar.
15.6 Miles
- 0 votes
Gymnastics 545 Morris Avenue, Summit, NJ 7901 MoreLess Info
The Little Gym of Summit is part of the larger Little Gym franchise, and offers fun and fitness oriented activities for young kids. The gym offers gymnastics, karate, dance, and sports training.
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