Top 5 things to do this Holiday and Christmas Near NJ

The holiday season is upon us and you may already be planning something for it. As Christmas time is a particularly beautiful time of the year, it will be great ideas to make some holiday-themed fun. So here we have listed a few of the best Christmas and holiday attractions near New Jersey and beyond. There are many places, events, and attractions that can bring the magic of holidays to your family this year.

1-Northlandz.  “Open throughout the holiday’s season including Christmas” 

One of the largest miniature model railroads in the world, Northlandz is the must-visit attraction for people of all ages. As it will be open throughout the holiday season including Christmas; you can visit this place along your family to have great fun. There is another great reason to visit this place during the holiday is that the tickets prices are reduced by 25% for people want to visit this place around Christmas. It is a great place to visit even if you are not a train lover as you will not be able to stop yourself from praising the craftsmanship of the founder.

In addition to that, this place has been listed in the Guinness Book of the world record as the largest railroad in the world. The total length of the track is 8 miles with 100+ trains running over it. All these miniature trains pass through steel bridges, waterways, mountains, tunnels, around the buildings, etc. 

2-The Polar Express.

Sat Nov 16, 2019 - Mon Dec 30, 2019 (Various Times)

It is a train ride that offers you a magical experience of traveling along historic and scenic routes. Available throughout the USA, the experience may vary significantly. However, with the Christmas season approaching; your experience might include reading the storybook, music from famous movie soundtracks and meeting with Santa Clause on board. The Christmas themed train rides are very popular and sell out fast, so it is advisable to plan ahead about it. 

3-Turtle Back Zoo Holiday Lights 

 From (6^th December- 31^st December ) 

One of the wonderful ways to experience amazing sparkling lights with a walkthrough in the Turtle Back Zoo is featuring over 50 winter and animal characters in a beautiful way. Also bring donations of non-perishable food items, new toys, and gently used coats. There are loads of different theme-based activities in December. Plan for a visit during the weekend to make your visit exciting and meet the Santa Clause. You can also enjoy carousel rides, reptile house, aquarium, Essex farm, and pony rides. 

4-Christmas Fantasy with Lights at Storybook Land.

November 16 to December. 30, 2019. Egg Harbor Township 

Storybook Land, a 20-acre family amusement park that has the tradition to lighten up the whole area with over 1 million lights from the last 25 years. A great place to visit, you should be here by 5:00 when Santa Clause appears in is chimney and waves his magic wand. In addition to that, you can enjoy rides, attractions, and snack bars that are open daily evening. 

5- Winter Wonderland in Cape May (Nov 23 to 31 Dec)

A historic Congress Hall's grand lawn is transformed into a winter snowscape with 20+ vendors come together to make a holiday shopping village. Santa Clause also meets kids in his workshop there. Furthermore, you can stay here or visit from Thursday to Sunday for Breakfast with Santa, Holidays gift shopping, Carousel rides, hot chocolates, and much more. 

Have you visited any or all the above-listed places? Should we include more places on the list? Let us know.