Attractions in Toms River, New Jersey

Libraries & Research Centers

Ocean County Library 732-349-6200
101 Washington Street, Toms River, NJ 08753
An extensive and varied collection of books, periodicals, reference materials, research materials, and a host of other services and materials is featured at this public... more info map

Colonel Charles Waterhouse Historical Museum 732-818-9040
17 Washington Street, Toms River, NJ 08753
This spacious three thousand square foot museum depicts the nation’s past through paintings, illustrations, and sculptures, and features scores of vivid and dramatic... more info map
H. Hargrove Signature Gallery & Studio 732-736-1800
43 Main Street, Toms River, NJ 08753
Come to the beautiful H. Hargrove Signature Gallery and meet one of America’s most collected living artists, H. Hargrove. Enjoy looking at the many wonderful oil... more info map
Ocean County Historical Society Museum 732-341-1880
26 Hadley Avenue, Toms River, NJ 08753
Housed in an historic Victorian period house, this museum contains permanent collections which depict the lifestyles and occupations of early Ocean County families; the... more info map
Toms River Maritime Museum 732-349-9209
Located at Water Street and Hooper Avenue
The maritime memorabilia of Ocean County is displayed at this museum which occupies an 1868 carriage house and depicts the unique history of bygone days when schooners,... more info

Cattus Island County Park 732-270-6960
1170 Cattus Island Boulevard, Toms River, NJ 08753
Spanning almost five hundred acres, this environmentally sensitive park is home to the Cooper Environmental Center where visitors of all ages may enjoy many displays and... more info map
Riverwood Park 732-349-4466
Located on Riverwood Drive
This family oriented park contains a playground for children with disabilities, three picnic areas, soccer fields, and a recreation center. more info map
Winding River Park 732-341-1000
Located on Route 37 West
There are two picnic areas, baseball fields, a children's playground, and a skating center on site at this lovely family park that offers a wide array of activities. more info map

Robert J. Novins Planetarium 732-255-0342
Located on the Ocean County College Campus
The only public planetarium in the area, and one of the largest and most active planetariums in New Jersey, this planetarium offers shows and programs for all ages, such... more info map

River Lady 732-349-8664
One Robbins Parkway, Toms River, NJ 08753
A reproduction of a paddlewheel riverboat, this eighty five foot boat sails in the calm waters of Barnegat Bay and Toms River with a regular cruise schedule that... more info map