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Bud the Bayville Dinosaur
A beloved local landmark for generations, Bud the Dinosaur is a can’t-miss photo opportunity on Route 9! This classic roadside giant has been delighting travelers for decades. Pull over and capture a memory with one of New Jersey’s oldest and most cherished dinosaur statues.
Hours: 24/7
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Find HotelsEdelman Fossil Park & Museum of Rowan University
Unearth a world 66 million years in the making at a site of major scientific discovery! Wander through galleries with life-sized dinosaurs, see a massive Mosasaur skeleton, and then grab your tools to dig for real fossils in an active quarry. You can even keep what you find, making for the ultimate prehistoric souvenir!
Hours: Saturday – Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Check website for seasonal changes.
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Find HotelsField Station: Dinosaurs
Don’t miss your last chance to travel back in time! Explore wooded trails filled with over thirty life-sized, roaring, animatronic dinosaurs in this thrilling outdoor adventure park. Catch a live show, dig for fossils, and come face-to-face with a mighty T-Rex before this incredible expedition closes its gates forever!
Hours: Closing permanently on November 9, 2025. Check website for final season hours.
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Find HotelsHaddy the Dinosaur Sculpture
Come and meet Haddy, Haddonfield’s most famous resident! This beautiful bronze sculpture celebrates the monumental discovery of Hadrosaurus foulkii, the world’s first nearly-complete dinosaur skeleton. Located in the heart of a charming downtown, it’s the perfect spot for a photo op with a true piece of paleontological history.
Hours: 24/7
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Find HotelsHadrosaurus foulkii Leidy Site
Stand on historic ground where the world of science changed forever! Visit the very site where the first nearly complete dinosaur skeleton, Hadrosaurus foulkii, was excavated in 1858. This National Historic Landmark features markers and an overlook into the ravine, offering a direct connection to a pivotal moment in paleontological history.
Hours: 24/7
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Find HotelsJurassic Adventure Golf
Putt your way through the prehistoric era surrounded by giant dinosaurs! This family-friendly mini-golf course offers 18 holes of challenging fun, with towering dinosaur statues watching your every move. It’s a roaring good time for all ages, perfect for a sunny day or a cool summer night at the shore.
Hours: Seasonal; typically 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM daily in summer.
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Find HotelsJurassic Joe’s Adventure Golf
Get ready for a dino-mite day of family fun! This brand new 18-hole course features amazing prehistoric obstacles and a giant central water feature to cool you off. After your game, you can grab a delicious meal at the nearby Jersey Joe’s for the perfect adventure combo!
Hours: Seasonal; typically mirrors hours of Jersey Joe's Waffles & Eatery, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM daily in summer.
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Find HotelsLiberty Science Center
Grab your tools and get ready to dig! At the outdoor Dino Dig Adventure, you can be a paleontologist for a day, uncovering ancient fossils buried in over 60 tons of sand. It’s a hands-on adventure where you can unearth replica bones, eggs, and more, experiencing the thrill of prehistoric discovery!
Hours: Typically 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM or 5:00 PM; check website for specific dates as hours vary.
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Find HotelsMorris Museum
Step into the age of dinosaurs and let your imagination run wild in the Earth Science Gallery. Here, you can touch a real dinosaur egg, follow the tracks of ancient beasts, and hear the simulated call of a Hadrosaur. This hands-on exhibit brings the prehistoric world to life for explorers of all ages!
Hours: Wednesday – Sunday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
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Find HotelsNew Jersey State Museum
Journey through the ancient history of the Garden State and come face-to-face with its prehistoric giants! In the ‘Written in the Rocks’ exhibit, you’ll marvel at the life-sized cast of New Jersey’s official state dinosaur and see the fearsome Dryptosaurus reconstructed for the first time ever. It’s a fascinating look at the fossil tales buried right beneath your feet.
Hours: Tuesday – Sunday: 9:00 AM – 4:45 PM; Closed Mondays & State Holidays.
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