Insectropolis — Attraction in Toms River

Insectropolis was well worth the drive for the visit. While the entire venue is not big by any means (the exhibits are built around a single loop), the displays, show, and super friendly staff make Insectropolis the perfect place to go on a rainy day (entirely indoors).

There are over two dozen terrariums with live insects which was pretty neat, but it was the expertly curated displays that stole the show in our opinion.

Upon careful reflection, the size of the venue is big relatively to the millions of insects they have on display; it is not a human world that the insects live in, but rather an insect world that we live in here at Insectropolis, and the venue does a great job at demonstrating that.

The displays are magnificent and does a great job at showing the immense variety and variations of insect species found in the world. I have no other words really to explain these displays but to just recommend that you all go see it for yourselves.

We arrived just as the show kicked off which was perfect. The show provided great information on insects as well as the presentation of live insects which guests can interact with on a limited basis (mainly petting with two fingers). In a way, the show almost served to lead us into the walking exhibits.

While Insectropolis is definitely great for kids, experiences will vary. We have 5 and 2 year old girls that breezed through the entire venue in less than half an hour and was bored. No fault or blame being placed, but it just so happened that their interest was not with the bugs during this time in...

When we first walked in we were greeted by the lovely "ArachNick"one of the beautiful staff members there. We were directed immediately with where to start for the best experience. You do it at your own pace. It was a super educational experience and once you feel underwhelmed or think it's over you turn a corner and it keeps going. We went in the winter on a weekday and it was fantastic. I am made aware while there that there are bees in the summer and "adult events" that include a mimosa or two! We were ushered to an observation area to meet 4 amazing bugs, were able to touch and hold certain ones, and even got really neat "trading cards". My son and I flattened a penny as a souvenir and visited the surprisingly cute gift shop that was beyond fairly priced. While I do really wish there were more living bugs, it was the coolest experience I didn't expect and very personal. Nick made it a point to capture my son, use his name, use his animals names from home he told him about. My son imprinted on him and seeked him out. Nick was never annoyed and rather engaged my son so well it felt like we'd been regulars there, it was our first time. The place is so so clean and my son loved crawling through "the mud tunnels". I want to thank Incectropolis as a whole but really give Kudos to Nick. He made learning fun, and not scary. Even this Mommy wimp held a giant...

We just left here 7/27/19 and I couldn't wait to get into the car to write this review. Today we celebrated my grandsons 4th birthday here at Insectropolis. What an great experience!! Let me start by saying what an amazingly friendly and experienced staff they have. Nick was assigned to my grandson James's party. From the start he was so knowledgeable, patient and interacting with each and every 4 -5 year old there. Even with my grandson who is full of questions, Nick answered everyone of them and in terms James understood. Nicks demeanor made this party move along efficiently, quickly (but didn't feel rushed) and smoothly. In my opinion how all children party's should be. We didn't lift a finger. Thank you Nick!!! As I'm sure all the staff is wonderful, I can only recommend to you if your are thinking of having a party here ask for NICK! Secondly, what a wonderful exhibit they have. Very informative and there is lots to learn for all ages. If you are in the...