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Monmouth County, New Jersey. Coordinates: 40.29°N 74.15°W. Interactive map of Monmouth County, New Jersey. Monmouth County ( / ˈmɒnməθ /) is a county located in the central portion of the U.S. state of New Jersey.
- Have some Jersey Shore fun. From Keansburg down to Manasquan and everything in between (Asbury Park Avon, Belmar, Spring Lake, etc.) there are beautiful, clean, safe beaches where the kids can swim, surf, fish, crab or lay around all day.
- Go downtown. Downtown areas such as the expansive Red Bank or the quainter Freehold Borough where you can walk around, shop and eat. Plus, their business chambers hold festivals throughout the warmer months.
- Act out. Whether you enjoy concerts, plays, operas or one-man shows, there are a variety of theaters that offer great performances for everyone in the family, such as Count Basie Center for the Arts and Two River Theater in Red Bank, Holmdel Theatre Company, Axelrod Performing Arts Center in Deal, NJ Repertory Company in Long Branch and Center Players in Freehold.
- Park it. Thompson Park in Middletown, Holmdel Park and Longsteet Park in Holmdel and Turkey Swamp Park in Freehold all have gorgeous grounds where you can walk, hike, camp and celebrate nature.
Mar 10, 2024 · Netflix won a bid in 2021 to acquire a 289-acre “mega-parcel” located on Fort Monmouth — a closed army base near the Jersey Shore. The entertainment company won the bidding with a $55 million...
- Fair Haven. Suburb in New Jersey. Rating 4.88 out of 5 8 reviews. Current Resident: Fair Haven is a friendly and safe environment to be in.
- Rumson. Suburb in New Jersey. Rating 4.3 out of 5 20 reviews. Current Resident: I can't believe I'm giving this town five stars, but it's that dreamy.
- Little Silver. Suburb in New Jersey. Rating 4 out of 5 15 reviews. Current Resident: Close to the perfect small town with great residents, an ideal location, top schools and high marks for safety.
- Manasquan. Suburb in New Jersey. Rating 4.75 out of 5 24 reviews. Current Resident: I grew up in Manasquan, and I loved it.
- Take A Day Trip to Gateway National Recreation Area in Highlands
- Get Caffeinated at Kava Coffee House in Howell
- Enjoy A Good Read at Monmouth County Library in Manalapan
- Spend A Day at Holmdel Park in Holmdel
- Get Your Mind and Body Active at Amazing Escape Room in Freehold
- Step Into Paradise at Deep Cut Gardens in Middletown
- Have A Family Day Out at iPlay America in Freehold
- Take Down Some Pins at Asbury Lanes in Asbury Park
- Enjoy Flower and Fruit Picking at Happy Day Farm in Manalapan
- Buy Fresh Produce at Delicious Orchards in Colts Neck
Andrea DiSavino / Shutterstock.com One of my favorite spots during my visit to the county is Gateway National Recreation Area, which extends from Sandy Hook, New Jersey to Breezy Point, NYC. Its cultural landscapes, historic structures, green areas, and beaches impressed me and I didn’t even want to leave. Take time to enjoy scenic strolls, and sin...
Sip a hot, delicious, and fresh cup of your favorite coffee at Kava Coffee Houseto start your day in Monmouth County. Its warm atmosphere and relaxed ambiance will make you feel calm and comfortable, especially its cozy interiors mixed with warm smiles from the staff. From the moment you step in, the aroma will fill your nostrils, which makes you f...
Freeholdman12, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons There’s something therapeutic about reading, and if you love books, the best spot to go to is Monmouth County Library in Manalapan. It features comfortable reading nooks and a great selection of books and digital resources for reading, research, and study. Tomwsulcer, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons Adu...
Andrew F. Kazmierski / Shutterstock.com Nothing beats the outdoors and if you were to experience a good one, head to Holmdel Park. The 664-acre features historic sites and offers fun and exciting activities to do year-round, including fishing, picnicking, and hiking, as well as sledding and ice-skating in the winter. It also features ten miles of t...
Can you escape a room filled with mysteries to solve in just 60 minutes? Because I did it with my family at Amazing Escape Roomthe first day we got to Freehold to try more adventures in the county. There are six escape rooms to choose from, but The Great Train Heist is popular among guests, so we did that. You’ll have your assigned game master to h...
Andrew F. Kazmierski / Shutterstock.com If you want something more serene and peaceful while being surrounded by gorgeous flowers and plants, take refuge in the paradise-like Deep Cut Gardens in Middletown. The 54-acre property features greenhouses and gorgeous gardens, where you can find native plants, hundreds of bushes, more than 50 varieties of...
Helen89 / Shutterstock.com Here’s another great spot to bring your family out in the summer and take advantage of its family-friendly activities. At iPlay America, your whole family, especially the little ones will get to enjoy the rides, go-karts, arcade games, laser tag, and a whole lot of fun. We let the little kids ride the bumper cars and play...
quiggyt4 / Shutterstock.com If bowling is your thing, and you’re a traveling family or friends, look no further than Asbury Lanes in Asbury Park. Featuring vintage, custom, and a pin-setting system, I’m certain you’ll enjoy taking down pins here like we did with my family. Its four bowling lanes give a retro feel, which I dig. duckeesue / Shutterst...
Andrew F. Kazmierski / Shutterstock.com Staying true to its name, Happy Day Farmgives you cheerful vibes and a happy day when you’re in the area. The 130-acre farm offers sunflowers, zinnias, blueberries, raspberries, and lavender picking, which we all enjoyed during our visit. It’s a fun activity with your family and friends, especially if you hav...
Tinton5, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons Locally-produced fruits and vegetables are found at Delicious Orchards; a 60,000-square-foot retail market featuring fresh baked goods and homemade eats. I love its gift baskets, flowers, coffees, teas, meat, cheese, and many more. But the cherry on top is its famous apple cider donuts, which are made fr...
Polling Locations for the June 4, 2024 Primary Election Day will be listed below once available. Polls will be open from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. If you need additional help with locating your Polling Location, you may do a search from the State Website (click here).
Passport Photo Service Available. Address: 33 Mechanic Street, Freehold, NJ 07728. Phone: 732-431-7324. Click here for directions. Monmouth County Connection in Neptune is open: Monday through Friday. 10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Saturdays.
