Atlantic City

Travel Guide

Atlantic City Boardwalk showing a city and street scenes as well as a large group of people
Atlantic City Aquarium which includes marine life, a garden and flowers
Atlantic City
Atlantic City
Atlantic City

Come for gambling, the Boardwalk, saltwater taffy, activities on the water and concerts in this very popular New Jersey tourist destination.

From the beaches and boardwalk to casinos and concerts, Atlantic City offers fantastic daytime and nighttime activities for an active and exciting vacation. Select from varied choices for a wild weekend, a gaming holiday, a romantic getaway or a family vacation.

Built in 1870, long before gambling came to Atlantic City, the Boardwalk was an attraction powerful enough to draw visitors. Meander for more than 4 miles (8 kilometers) along the wide wooden walkway and step onto the sandy beach. Find a spot to relax under an umbrella or swim, surf, kayak, fish or windsurf on the ocean. Come early to watch the sun rise over the Atlantic Ocean or stay late for a sunset stroll.

On the other side of the Boardwalk, enjoy dining, shopping and nightlife. Stop at one of the many souvenir shops and have some saltwater taffy, invented here in 1883. Go just beyond the southwestern end of the Boardwalk to see Lucy the Elephant, a six-story historical landmark.

At the northeastern end of the Boardwalk, visit the Atlantic City Aquarium and the very tall restored Absecon Lighthouse. Walk out onto Steel Pier for amusement park rides, dining and carnival games.

Different types of games were introduced in 1978 with the first casino in Atlantic City. Today, choose from several very large casinos, offering not only gambling, but also hotel accommodations and celebrity entertainment.

The renowned Atlantic City Ballet performance venue is along the Boardwalk. Visit the Atlantic City Free Public Library to view its heritage collection and listen to the International Night Concert Series. Check the schedule of events at Boardwalk Hall, which hosts music, comedy, films and even the Miss America Pageant.

Head inland for golf, outlet mall shopping and more cultural attractions. Shop and meet artists at the Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University. Travel to nearby Newtonville for the African American Heritage Museum of Southern New Jersey.

Whatever your interests, find plenty to do in Atlantic City.

Where to stay in Atlantic City

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Gold Coast

If you're spending some time in Gold Coast, Ocean City Beach and Discovery Seashell Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Gold Coast
Ocean City showing cafe scenes, street scenes and outdoor eating

Downtown Ocean City

If you're spending some time in Downtown Ocean City, Ocean City Boardwalk and Pirate Island Golf are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Ocean City
Jersey Shore featuring interior views and shopping

Midtown South

While visiting Midtown South, you might make a stop by sights like Atlantic City Boardwalk and Hard Rock Casino Atlantic City.

Midtown South
Ocean City showing a house

North End

If you're spending some time in North End, Ocean City Boardwalk and Ocean City Beach are top sights worth seeing.

North End
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South End

While visiting South End, you might make a stop by sights like Ocean City Beach and Corson's Inlet State Park.

South End
The Quarter at Tropicana which includes shopping and interior views

Chelsea

While visiting Chelsea, you might make a stop by sights like Atlantic City Boardwalk and Tropicana Casino.

Chelsea
Tropicana Atlantic City

Tropicana Atlantic City

3.5 out of 5
2831 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ
The price is P3,253 per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
P3,253
P5,913 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Atlantic City. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a full-service spa, and 20 restaurants. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
7.2/10 Good! (15,316 reviews)
"Everything was good"

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025

Tropicana Atlantic City
Harrah's Resort Atlantic City

Harrah's Resort Atlantic City

4 out of 5
777 Harrah's Blvd., Atlantic City, NJ
The price is P2,283 per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
P2,283
P4,810 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Atlantic City. Enjoy a full-service spa, 9 restaurants, and a casino. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
7.4/10 Good! (9,830 reviews)
"decent. no complaints"

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025

Harrah's Resort Atlantic City
Ocean Casino Resort

Ocean Casino Resort

4 out of 5
500 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P5,080 per night from Sep 15 to Sep 16
P5,080
P8,141 total
Sep 15 - Sep 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Atlantic City. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a full-service spa, and 18 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (10,003 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

Ocean Casino Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Boardwalk Resorts - Flagship

Boardwalk Resorts - Flagship

3.5 out of 5
60 N Maine Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly condo in Atlantic City. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
7.6/10 Good! (3,869 reviews)
"Everything Was Beautiful Service Was Amazing Beautiful View"

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

Boardwalk Resorts - Flagship
Legacy Vacation Resorts Brigantine Beach

Legacy Vacation Resorts Brigantine Beach

3 out of 5
1400 Ocean Avenue, Brigantine, NJ
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Brigantine. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,696 reviews)
"I loved the location and cleanliness of the hotel but I called for a blanket & never received it. Also, the pool was green and eventually put out of order. Wish I had an ice bucket and that I didn’t have to go from the seventh floor to the ground floor for ice."

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025

Legacy Vacation Resorts Brigantine Beach
The Surf Club

The Surf Club

2 out of 5
811 Atlantic Ave, Ocean City, NJ
Stay at this aparthotel in Ocean City. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Ocean City Boardwalk and Shriver's Salt Water ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (75 reviews)
"Very clean but parking was frustrating."

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2025

The Surf Club
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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