The best things to do in Monmouth County

15 things to do we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Cream Ridge Golf Course keeps the locals’ swings honest with well-kept tee boxes, lush fairways, and leagues that scratch your competitive…

181 County Road #539 (Cream Ridge) · ✓ checked Jul 30

Cream Ridge Golf Course keeps the locals’ swings honest with well-kept tee boxes, lush fairways, and leagues that scratch your competitive itch, then reels you in with The Roost for a post-round bite and drink... book a tee time and make this week feel like summer.

From the Monmouth County newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Long-standing chain of bowling alleys featuring casual grub & pitchers, leagues & party events.

1061-G NJ-34 (Aberdeen Township)

Long-standing chain of bowling alleys featuring casual grub & pitchers, leagues & party events.

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Classy country club featuring a bar, a golf course, an event venue (for weddings, parties and dinners), and friendly staff.

100 School Rd (Marlboro Township)

Classy country club featuring a bar, a golf course, an event venue (for weddings, parties and dinners), and friendly staff.

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Large-scale indoor trampoline center hosting open jump, fitness classes, dodgeball & parties.

3010 NJ-35 (Hazlet)

Large-scale indoor trampoline center hosting open jump, fitness classes, dodgeball & parties.

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Intimate aquarium with exhibits of fish, coral reefs, penguins, sharks & other marine life.

300 Ocean Ave (Point Pleasant Beach)

Intimate aquarium with exhibits of fish, coral reefs, penguins, sharks & other marine life.

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Golf course (semi-private and open to the public) known for challenging greens and links-style design.

50 Flock Rd (Colts Neck)

Golf course (semi-private and open to the public) known for challenging greens and links-style design.

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Public 18-hole golf course with water features and an illuminated driving range, plus mini-golf.

157 Lambertson Rd (Matawan)

Public 18-hole golf course with water features and an illuminated driving range, plus mini-golf.

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Private, 27-hole golf course with a practice facility, plus a clubhouse and dining options.

50 Hannah Hill Rd (Jackson Township)

Private, 27-hole golf course with a practice facility, plus a clubhouse and dining options.

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Asbury Splash Park

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Beachside kids playground in a small, gated area with various whimsical fountains & padded grounds.

950 Ocean Ave (Asbury Park)

Beachside kids playground in a small, gated area with various whimsical fountains & padded grounds.

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Cinemark Hazlet 12

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Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

2821 NJ-35 (Hazlet)

Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

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Facilities for local-league basketball, hockey, lacrosse & football, plus fitness classes & camps.

17 Blair Rd (Aberdeen Township)

Facilities for local-league basketball, hockey, lacrosse & football, plus fitness classes & camps.

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Refurbished 19th-century oceanfront walkway with vivid modern murals, ale houses & seafood eateries.

1300 Ocean Ave N (Asbury Park)

Refurbished 19th-century oceanfront walkway with vivid modern murals, ale houses & seafood eateries.

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Informal venue offering instruction on axe throwing and hatchet throwing in lanes and parties for one or more people.

419 NJ-34 (Matawan)

Informal venue offering instruction on axe throwing and hatchet throwing in lanes and parties for one or more people.

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Public golf course featuring a challenging layout, an American restaurant, and a bar.

121 Burlington Path Rd (Cream Ridge)

Public golf course featuring a challenging layout, an American restaurant, and a bar.

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Complex featuring 2 18-hole golf courses & a practice area, plus a snack bar & locker rooms.

101 Woodville Rd (Millstone Township)

Complex featuring 2 18-hole golf courses & a practice area, plus a snack bar & locker rooms.

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