10 Zoos & Aquariums in New Jersey That You Shouldn't Miss

Have a wild time as you explore more than 85 acres of beautifully maintained exhibits. With 200 different species of mammals, birds, amphibians and reptiles and approximately 500 animals, you're sure to see something new. The Cape May County Zoo is open 364 days a year (closed Christmas). Summer Hours: 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Winter Hours: 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. beginning November 2nd. No admission fee. That's right! The zoo is free of charge! Donations are GREATLY appreciated! Join the FUN, where the admission is always FREE!

Sea Turtle Recovery, STR, is a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization dedicated to the rehabilitation of sea turtles and educating the public about sea turtles. Sea Turtle Recovery is a independent nonprofit that provides staffing, food, medicine, surgeries and other treatments to sick and injured sea turtles until they can be released back into the ocean.

Jenkinson's Aquarium opened in 1991 and is a proud member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). This indoor facility is dedicated to educating the public on various aspects of marine life and conservation. From Atlantic Sharks to Coral Reef and Local Fish the Aquarium has a variety of marine individuals. There is a Rainforest area with parrots and monkeys and a Pine Barrens area with turtles, frogs and even an owl. Touch tanks, Harbor seals and African Penguins are also included. Check out our Penguin Web Cam on the Aquarium website. You can come and go all day once you pay, so enjoy our exhibits then go out to the beach, rides, mini golf and return later in the day to see some animal feedings. Open year round.

Brookhollow's Barnyard is a family-run petting farm located in picturesque Northern New Jersey, just an hour from Manhattan. Come spend the day interacting with various small (and some big) farm animals. Some usual and some a little unusual! There is so much to do! Feed the animals, ride with delight in our cow train or enjoy a classic tractor ride!

You are invited to come and visit Bluebird Farm Alpacas by reservation only. You will be able to meet, interact with, photograph, or even adopt one of the cuddly creatures. We would be delighted to personally introduce you to the herd and their gentle endearing personalities. Please go to our website to make a reservation. We look forward to seeing you!

Adventure Aquarium is just minutes from downtown Philadelphia on the Camden Waterfront and features one-of-a-kind exhibits with more than 15,000 aquatic species throughout two million gallons of water. The Aquarium is home to the largest collection of sharks on the East Coast, including the only great hammerhead shark on exhibit in the United States, the only aquarium in the world to exhibit hippos, one of only six facilities in the US to have Little Blue penguins as permanent residents and exhibits the longest Shark Bridge in the world, a unique V-shaped rope suspension bridge just inches over Shark Realm. Adventure Aquarium is an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), and is held to the absolute highest standards in animal care and exhibition.

Experience the city under the sea at New Jersey SEA LIFE Aquarium! Come face-to-fin with the ocean’s most fascinating creatures in 10+ interactive exhibits themed to New York’s most memorable moments. From breathtaking underwater tunnels to incredible up-close encounters with seahorses, sharks, rays, jellies and more, discover the wonders of the ocean without getting wet.