Location: Atlantic City
Top Things to do in Atlantic City
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It's the East Coast's answer to Las Vegas. Atlantic City's casinos draw tourists by the car- and bus-load, but even if your main objective is to play some blackjack, you'll want to save time for sightseeing. Stroll along the famous boardwalk with its numerous amusements and eateries or visit the historic, recently restored Absecon Lighthouse. Several fine courses attract golf enthusiasts, and in summer, local beaches are popular with families. Water-based activities include parasailing, charter fishing and tall ship cruises. Casino hoppers have 12 establishments to choose from, which run the gamut from elegance to a Wild West theme, so there's something for everyone's taste. Those who remember Atlantic City in its pre-gambling days can wax nostalgic with a taste of saltwater taffy, which has been an Atlantic City specialty for over 100 years.
Restaurants in Atlantic City
1. Escape AC - Escape Rooms
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 140 reviews
Escape AC is located right in the heart of Atlantic City at the Tropicana Casino Hotel. Our top quality venue combines highly immersive sets with clever puzzling to deliver four themed and challenging escape room adventures. We recommend ages 13+ due to the challenging nature of our puzzles. Visiting the shore in South Jersey and ready for 60 intense minutes and 1 seriously good time? Look no further, Escape AC is Atlantic City's finest hour!
Reviewed By dollsgreat123 - Jersey Shore, United States
This was such a fun activity, initially we were four people getting ready to go in and three people spontaneously walked in and were placed in our group. Initially I wasn't sure how it would go being we didn't know the people that were added. However, we bonded quickly under the circumstances and worked together very well! Everybody had a great time! We did NOT escape the room, unfortunately, but we had a fantastic time trying and are already planning our next Escape AC adventure! The staff and our game master Nick were very kind, patient and accomodating (since most of us were first timers, we had tons of questions/comments....a very chatty group!!). This is an awesome super fun experience, do not miss an opportunity to experience it!
2. Little Water Distillery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By FoodieCritic57 - Wallingford, United States
We were staying in a town, nearby, for a long weekend & were looking for fun things to do & decided to check out Little Water Distillery! Our visit truly exceeded our expectations! Mark & his staff are amazing! First off, do the tour, hear the passionate amazing story behind this family venture, & you won’t be disappointed! All of the cocktails are very tasty; the “mules” are made with their own ginger beer & spirit of choice! The spirits are all very good! I love the story behind the names! We will return the next time we are in NJ! I encourage you to also support this small business!
3. Absecon Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 505 reviews
New Jersey's tallest lighthouse awaits you at Pacific and Rhode Island Avenues in Atlantic City (walking distance from Showboat Casino). Take an amazing journey into time and above it all as you ascend the 228 steps of the Absecon Lighthouse, one of the oldest lighthouses in the country. You'll see breathtaking views of the Atlantic City skyline and up top you'll come face-to-face with the original first-order Fresnel Lens, first lit in 1857.The lighthouse's recent multi-million dollar restoration also includes a stunning replica of the Lightkeeper's dwelling, an educational museum, charming gift shop, Fresnel Lens exhibit in the original Oil House and expansive grounds.The Absecon Lighthouse is on both the New Jersey and National Registries of Historic Places.
Reviewed By LakeMilligan - Mansfield, United States
One of the sites we wanted to see while visiting Atlantic City. Was an awesome view, but like I said in the title it is a workout! It also may not be for people who are scared of heights lol. It's a long way up. Great visit though and I'd recommend it for sure.
4. Borgata Casino
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,481 reviews
This high-energy casino offers a range of table games and daily poker tournaments. Their modern slot machines feature a rapid-pay ticket system so gamblers don't have to deal with carrying around coins.
Reviewed By tigers746
We have been there for a few shows both the event center and the music box theatre and set up well and a great place to see any singers or comics you enjoy seeing -- take some time out of the gambling and enjoy the shows
5. The Quarter at Tropicana
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,301 reviews
Popular casino offers the "Turf Club," which features thoroughbred and standard-bred horse racing from major racetracks around the country.
Reviewed By DOUGLASDEL - Stratford, United States
Visited there many,times each visit to Atlantic City . The Quarter can be wake up time as it comes alive , gym down below offers daily rates too. The Quarter always busy every day with everyone either shopping or enjoying many different menu items from a variety of restaurants and shops At night it can turn romantic as the many themed restaurants open with enticing as well as exciting dishes and cocktails for all to enjoy . To round it out is The Quarter in the Tropicana is a definite destination.
6. Boogie Nights
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 91 reviews
Reviewed By AllisonJessicaRabbit - Baltimore, United States
It's defiantly a older crowd that attends Boogie Nights. We had a blast and dressed in our 70's best. Ladies dancing on stage, DJ play all the hits. Drinking out of a disco-ball with my main man made it a FUN night!
7. AC 3-D Light Show
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 352 reviews
8. Playcade Arcade
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By 983deeg
May not be the biggest arcade in the state with newly announced upcoming hotel renovations but this arcade will always be the best in Atlantic City. If you are from AC or a return visitor, you don't have to be told. This boardwalk arcade IS AC. Its the stuff the history of AC is made of and that will never change. The best arcade ever and part of the memories, past and future, of every kid and adult who ever has or ever will walk the AC boardwalk.
9. Atlantic City Boardwalk
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 5,528 reviews
Opened on June 26, 1870, the world-famous Boardwalk stretches along six magical and glittering miles of Atlantic City beachfront.
Reviewed By 661latonyaj
The board walk had alot of nice outdoor restaurants like sugar which I loved great candy and drinks,the balcony bar food was delicious and Wet Willie's drinks was awesome. We enjoyed walking around and playing video games.We rode the go carts which was fun and had a great romantic night watching the water and ferris wheel.I went for my birthday and I really enjoyed my time. definitely going again next month. Atlantic City was awesome even wearing mask and social distancing.
10. Caesars Atlantic City Casino
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 2,418 reviews
Bright and dazzling casino measures 124,720 square feet, making it one of the largest gaming areas in Atlantic City.
Reviewed By booksinbalance - Tewksbury, United States
Caesar's is a great casino; two floors of gaming, restaurants, bars & shops. We always eat at Kiwi's & its always terrific.
