Submitted by god_is_an_american_ t3_zliwpv in philadelphia
I'm visiting this weekend and I really enjoy Philly, but since I've never been to New Jersey I thought I'd cross the river for a couple hours one day. I don't have enough time to drive to the coast or I would. Does anyone have any suggestions of stuff to visit in NJ that's still close to Philly? Even a cool park or restaurant is good.
I looked it up and that looks awesome!
Take PATCO to Haddonfield. Stroll the downtown shops. Pick one of many great restaurants. Enjoy the holiday vibe in full swing.
Collingswood is a cool small town... great shops and places to eat. 10 minute drive over the bridge. It will certainly get everyone in the holiday spirit- looks like a setting from a Hallmark movie around this time of the year.
Ugh that sounds I'm amazing. I'm a sucker for Christmas vibes
Go to Maria's Bread Sandwiches if you head to Collingswood!
This is my most recent summary of things to do along patco: https://www.reddit.com/r/SouthJersey/comments/zg141v/comment/izf3dve/
That's such great info thank you!
The Battleship New Jersey, and the Aquarium are right across the river.
It depends on what you like to do. Museums? Shopping? History?
I saw the aquarium and thought about it but I've actually been to so many I thought I'd mix it up lol I like museums and shopping and views
Ive never been impressed with the Camden Aquarium personally. I always feel like I’m walking out 10 minutes after I walked in
I think its ok, its great for kids tbh. Adults, its so-so. Not bad tho, just yeah not mind blowing.
Probably not within the scope of your time constraints but this place is worth a visit. https://www.groundsforsculpture.org/
Wow that looks so cool and right up my alley. I might even add another day for it
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Grounds for Sculpture near Trenton is lovely. Nature and art combined.
Worth. Super cute
Camden Aquarium. If you're driving, Donkeys Place (cheesesteaks) in Camden is the bomb! Fries are great too.
They also have one in Mt Holly & somewhere else too, but the OG is kinda cool. Safe in the daytime.
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Thanks for the info! Sounds like I can make a day out of these suggestions and I appreciate the food options, I was hoping to check out something unique but I had no clue where to start. I do love a cute main street.
Severino's Pasta and Bricco are good stops in Haddon Twp. (just past Haddonfield). Sev's makes their own, and has fresh & dry pasta you can take home, including NJ shaped.
beck33ers t1_j05las8 wrote
Main Street in collingswood or haddonfield are nice to walk through. Just small town vibes with Main Street