Anyone from New Jersey You’ll be told that nothing beats a summer spent outdoors. down the shore. Some of my best childhood memories were created on sandy New Jersey beach with a cooler of Wawa Subs and a faceful of sunscreen. From Memorial Day From Labor Day weekend to Labor Day weekend, visitors and locals flock along the Garden State Parkway, where they can enjoy beautiful beaches, lively boardwalks, live entertainment, sandcastle construction, and homemade ice-cream. New Jersey is ideally located on the East Coast, so there are many great beaches for short day trips or overnight NYC getaways. We’ve rounded up the best places to visit in New Jersey this summer. From Long Branch to Cape May, you can find things to do and restaurants to try. We made sure to include some options for where to stayPlan a trip with your family or friends, whether it’s a short weekend getaway in New York City.