It’s no secret to savvy Union County shoppers: The preppy, Main Street-vibe of downtown Westfield is the perfect alternative to the hassle and drear of the mall. And because it’s a bona fide dining town, refueling is easy—and requires no food court.
It’s easy to miss the heart of Audubon. It’s one of those little South Jersey towns shoehorned between the White and Black Horse pikes, and the on ramp to the Walt Whitman Bridge.
This little Morris County town can teach the malls a thing or two about the shopping experience.
Plentiful antiquing, high-end shopping, a smorgasbord of fine food, and cultural events await in this jewel of a town in Monmouth County.
The charming village of Lambertville has it all for autumn outings—biking along the canal towpath, canoeing on the Delaware River, antique shops, art galleries, and plenty of top-notch restaurants. Check out everything this Hunterdon County gem has to offer.
A college town elevates its preppy profile with fine dining and cultural attractions.
With its restored Victorian homes, historical tours, renowned restaurants, unique shops, and beautiful beaches, Cape May is a destination that beckons for more than just one day.
Rich with history and nestled in the state’s Northern Skylands, the Sussex County seat has a bustling downtown with a good-old-days vibe.
Gloucester City is a classic blue-collar Camden County town tucked into the foot of the Walt Whitman Bridge, which connects Philadelphia to South Jersey – and is a main path for Pa. people headed down the shore.
Safely harbored off of the Hudson and under the watch of Lady Liberty, Jersey City is a jewel with plenty of creative coves to explore and discover.
It is the hometown of Zach Braff, Lauryn Hill, and Kevin Spacey, ultimate Frisbee was created at its high school, and native Elisabeth Shue returned here to film Gracie.
Comprised of six villages—Hamilton Square, Nottingham, Mercerville, Yardville, White Horse, and Groveville – Hamilton Township does not have one distinct “downtown” area. Instead, this bustling suburb of Trenton is packed with things to do all over the 40 square miles of Mercer County it occupies.
Nestled in the northeast corner of Sussex County, Vernon is New Jersey’s own winter wonderland.
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