), orMarcel Bakery and Kitchen(for breakfast, light bites, and coffee).
Red Bank
This quaint Monmouth County town is ideally situated along the Navesink River.
Meanwhile, craft beer enthusiasts can spend an afternoon atRed Tank Brewing Company.
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This sleepy destination dates back to 1884 and pays homage to its roots with beautiful Victorian architecture.
Ridgewood
This Bergen County village boasts a walkable downtown area that’s well worth a stroll.
Budding artists, meanwhile, can take a class at theRidgewood Art Institute.
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Tenafly
This New York City suburb has plenty to offer families of all ages.
The nonprofit also hosts seasonal programming and events.
Lastly,Huyler Park, located in the heart of downtown Tenafly, holds summer concerts worth checking out.
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Other must-visit antique shops includeFunk & JunkandThe People’s Store.
To learn more about its past, stop inside theCranbury Museum.
Then, take a walking tour along Main Street.
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(Fun fact: The entire downtown area is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.)
Among the most eye-catching structures is theGrenville Hotel & Restaurant, a pink-hued Victorian hotel dating back to 1890.
Thefarmers market, which takes place every Tuesday from June to October, is also worth exploring.
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