Jersey Shore Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Jersey Shore
Steel Pier which includes a city
Quarter at Tropicana which includes interior views and shopping
Jersey Shore
Cape May - Wildwood which includes a house

White-sand beaches border the bright lights of casinos and a non-stop nightlife scene lasts from dusk until dawn in this coastal region of New Jersey.

Head to the Jersey Shore for boardwalk strolls, beachside fun and swimming in the Atlantic. While many will know Jersey Shore from the MTV show of the same name, which focused on the area’s raucous nightlife, rest assured that there is lots to do here for the whole family.

The Jersey Shore stretches from Sandy Hook to Cape May and is a much-loved vacation spot for many families who have spent their summers in the area for generations. Cape May, for instance, has hosted visitors since the 1600s and is designated as a National Historic Landmark City. Come here to marvel at the animals of the Cape May County Park & Zoo and embark on a whale-watching and dolphin-spotting tour off the coast.

Relax on Long Beach Island in the resort towns of Barnegat Light and Beach Haven. Climb up to Barnegat’s lighthouse and sail along Barnegat Bay. Oceanfront boutique stores are good for shopping, while family-owned restaurants serve up fresh seafood.

If you are looking for bright lights and after-dark fun, stay in Atlantic City. Spend the evening enjoying the casinos or simply watching the dealers while having a cocktail. Take in the carnival sounds of the Atlantic City Boardwalk and shop for trinkets in oceanfront stores. A variety of bars and nightclubs near the waterfront offer late-night entertainment.

Take the whole family to Seaside Heights to splash around in the Breakwater Beach Waterpark and after, play miniature golf near the boardwalk.

The Jersey Shore is packed with tourists during the summer months, so come in July and August for plenty of people-watching and the best weather. Take a train or bus from Newark, Philadelphia or New York City straight to the shore, or hop on a ferry from New York to Sandy Hook.

Come to the Jersey Shore to experience miles of shimmering coastlines, classic amusement parks and an active party scene. Create lifelong memories in this popular American vacation destination.

Where to stay in Jersey Shore

Washington Street Mall which includes a small town or village

Cape May Historic District

While visiting Cape May Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Washington Street Mall and Cape May Beach.

Cape May Historic District
Atlantic City showing a beach and general coastal views as well as a large group of people

Ship Bottom

You'll enjoy the beaches and museums in Ship Bottom. You might want to make time for a stop at Long Beach or Hartland Miniature Golf & Arcade.

Ship Bottom
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Surf City

Surf City is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Sandbar Golf and Long Beach.

Surf City
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North Beach Haven

While visiting North Beach Haven, you might make a stop by sights like Haven Beach and Brighton Beach.

North Beach Haven
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Diamond Beach

Diamond Beach is popular for its beaches, and you can check out Five Mile Beach, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.

Diamond Beach
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Gold Coast

While there might not be top attractions in Gold Coast, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ocean City Boardwalk and OC Waterpark.

Gold Coast
Ocean Casino Resort

Ocean Casino Resort

4 out of 5
500 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ
The price is AU$216 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
AU$216
13 Nov - 14 Nov
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! (10,575 reviews)
The stay was excellent as always — a truly luxurious experience. The view and the pool were more than enough for our stay during the two stormy days. The only thing I would rate below five stars was the person who handled our check-out, since we are usually allowed to continue using the facilities ...

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Ocean Casino Resort
Tropicana Atlantic City – A Caesars Rewards Destination

Tropicana Atlantic City – A Caesars Rewards Destination

3.5 out of 5
2831 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ
The price is AU$133 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
AU$133
28 Oct - 29 Oct
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! (16,127 reviews)
Microwave option

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Tropicana Atlantic City – A Caesars Rewards Destination
Golden Nugget

Golden Nugget

4 out of 5
Huron Avenue And Brigantine Blvd, Atlantic City, NJ
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Atlantic City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (8,219 reviews)
I think the bathrooms in the rooms need grab bars. I’m short and the tub was so high it was a hard to get out with nothing to hold on to. No towels in the hot tub area today.

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Golden Nugget
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! (3,919 reviews)
I did not have breakfast. I was not told that breakfast was available.

Reviewed on 17 Oct 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! (1,731 reviews)
Beach view nice; room comfortable; kitchen ver well equipped. The staff was very pleasant and helpful.

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Legacy Vacation Resorts Brigantine Beach
Marriott's Fairway Villas

Marriott's Fairway Villas

3 out of 5
500 East Fairway Lane, Absecon, NJ
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified vacation home in Absecon. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 3 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (770 reviews)
Excellent Stay
The kitchen was well equipped with everything that we needed. Clean spacious room, comfortable beds, and clean and well-kept grounds. Courteous staff. Evening firepits were a plus! Kids, and adults, loved the S'mores!

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Marriott's Fairway Villas
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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