The Town of Tuckerton, New Jersey and surrounding vicinities provide visitors with a multitude of cultural and entertainment opportunities. For more information on what is available, please visit the following sites:

• Many area attractions await our guests.

• Enjoy a delicious Lunch or Dinner at one of our many area Restaurants offering a wide range of dining choices:

• 217 East Main Street  (Victorian Atmosphere)                    (609) 296-3343 (www.217eastmain.com)

• The Grapevine (Continental Italian) - (609) 296-7799

• Tuckerton Beach Grille  (Continental) - (609) 294-3600 (www.TBGrille.com)

• Panini Bay  (Waterfront Italian) - (609) 294-4281 (www.paninibay.com)

• Mercurio's Restaurant & Pizzeria - (609) 294-3818

• Debra's Daydream Cafe (lunch only) - (609) 294-9244

• Skeeter's Crazy Water Cafe  (Seafood) - (609) 296-4163
  

Or just a short distance from Tuckerton:

• Antoinetta's at Pirates Point - (www.Antoinettas.com)

• Sea Oaks Legacy Restaurant - (www.seaoaksgolf.com)

• The Tuckerton Seaport Museum. Located at 120 W. Main Street, Tuckerton. A maritime village replicated on 40 acres at Tuckerton Creek that is dedicated to preserving the heritage of the Jersey Shore Baymen. The Museum contains historically accurate recreated structures, such as Tucker's Island Lighthouse, Tuckerton Yacht Club, and more. The Seaport offers many events and classes so be sure to check out the their website! A Gift shop is on premises. (www.tuckertonseaport.org)

• The Watermark Art Gallery, 115 Water Street, Tuckerton is open April through December, Wednesday to Saturday, 12:00pm to 4:00pm and Sunday 12:00pm to 3:00pm. The gallery features original works from a select group of local artists. (www.watermarkgallery.com)
  
  
• The Noyes Art Museum, Lily Lake Road, Oceanville, New Jersey. A fabulous art museum featuring folk and contemporary art from a variety of local South Jersey and Philadelphia Artists. (www.noyesmuseum.org)
  
  
• Long Beach Island Foundation of Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd, Loveladies, Long Beach Island, 609-494-1241. Dedicated to the teaching, support and enhancement of the creative arts with a broad spectrum of cultural programs for all ages. Residents and visitors are invited to attend its classes, films, lectures, exhibits, and musical shows. (www.lbifoundation.org)

• Barnegat Lighthouse State Park on Long Beach Island (www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/barnlig.html)
  
  
• Sea Oaks Golf Club KT539, Tuckerton, New Jersey, 609-296-2656, is a Semi-private 18 hole Ray Hearn designed course containing two restaurants and clubhouse. (www.seaoaksgolf.com)
  
  
• Attend a Blue Grass concert at Albert Music Hall. Albert Music Hall is located at 125 Wells Mills Rd (RT 532), Waretown, New Jersey. It is a modern state of the art hall that has become the hub of indigenous pinelands country and folk music in southern New Jersey. It also houses archives about life in the Pine Barrens. Shows are normally held at 7:30 Saturday evenings. Call 609-971-1593 for schedule. (www.alberthall.org).
  
  
• The Surf-Light Theatre, Engleside and Beach Haven Aves., Beach Haven, New Jersey, 609-492-9477. The SurfLight Theatre is a summer stock theater presenting high-quality musical productions. Plays are staged during other seasons, and in December a musical version of Dickens's, "A Christmas Carol" is produced. (www.surflight.org)

• Stafford Township Arts Center STAC 609-489-8600.  Check out whats happening at the mainlands newest arts center offering everything from art events to plays to the Garden State Philharmonic (www.njstac.com)

• Have you always wanted to take Horseback Riding lessons? Lessons are available from beginner to advanced at nearby Forest Edge Farm (www.forestedgefarmnj.net)

• Pinelands Commision brochure highlights how nature and people shaped the Pine Barrens with detailed map (www.nj.gov/pinelands)

• Experience the splendor of the environment in the heart of the New Jersey Pinelands in Wharton State Forest and rent a canoe, kayak or go tubing on the river. (Bel Haven Rentals www.bellhavencanoe.com) Visit 33 historic buildings, the mansion and museum shop at nearby Historic Batsto Village. Visitors to this 19th century Pine Barrens village can learn about the industry, commerce and agriculture that once thrived here. (609) 561-3262

• Nearby Bass River State Forrest offers 26,700 acres within the pristine Pine Barrens. Hike the Batona Trail, or swim in Lake Absegami. Bass River offers boating, canoeing, kayaking, mountain biking, hunting and fishing, or just sit back and enjoy a picnic! (609) 296-1114

• Visit the nearby Historic Town of Smithville, NJ. Discover the Tradition of hospitality and family enjoyment. Walk the cobblestone and brick paths, feed the ducks, ride the carouse or take a train ride. In addition, you can shop in over 60 boutiques and specialty shops housed in historic buildings. The Village contains several restaurants for your dining pleasure (www.smithvillenj.com).

• Atlantic City is less than half hour away, so you can enjoy a relaxing stay at the J. D. Thompson Inn and head to AC for a show or a little luck! (www.atlanticcityNJ.com)
  

For a listing of more Shops, restaurants, marina supplies and repairs, professional service providers and Community information, please visit (www.tuckertonborough.com) or ( www.tuckerton.com).

We invite you to enjoy the warm hospitality of the J.D. Thompson Inn where you will enjoy gracious lodging and where you will create wonderful memories!