Jersey Shore Attractions
From world-class amusement parks to historic lighthouses, the Jersey Shore offers attractions for every age and interest. Explore 18 destinations along the coast.
Featured Attractions
Morey's Piers & Beachfront Water Parks
wildwood
Three piers, 100+ rides, two water parks. The ultimate Jersey Shore amusement destination.
- â100+ rides across 3 piers
- âGreat White roller coaster
- âTwo beachfront water parks
Casino Pier & Breakwater Beach
seaside heights
Iconic Seaside Heights pier with thrill rides, Hydrus coaster, and Breakwater Beach water park.
- âHydrus roller coaster
- âOcean views from every ride
- âBreakwater Beach water park
Steel Pier
atlantic city
Historic Atlantic City pier with 25+ rides and a 227-foot observation wheel over the ocean.
- â227-foot observation wheel
- â1,000 feet over the ocean
- âHistoric landmark since 1898
Barnegat Lighthouse
barnegat light
Iconic 'Old Barney' - climb 217 steps for panoramic views of LBI and the Atlantic.
- â172 feet tall
- â217 steps to climb
- âPanoramic ocean views
Cape May Lighthouse
cape may
Historic 1859 lighthouse at Cape May Point. Climb 199 steps for bay and ocean views.
- â157 feet tall
- â199 steps to climb
- âDelaware Bay & Atlantic views
Silverball Museum
asbury park
600+ playable pinball machines and classic arcades. One price, unlimited play all day.
- â600+ playable machines
- âUnlimited play admission
- âSpans 90 years of gaming
Cape May County Park & Zoo
cape may court house
Top-rated FREE zoo with 550+ animals. Lions, giraffes, and more on 85 acres.
- âFREE admission
- â550+ animals
- â250 species
Amusement Parks
Thrill rides and family fun on the boardwalk
Morey's Piers & Beachfront Water Parks
wildwood âĸ Full day
Three piers, 100+ rides, two water parks. The ultimate Jersey Shore amusement destination.
- â100+ rides across 3 piers
- âGreat White roller coaster
- âTwo beachfront water parks
- âFREE admission to boardwalk
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Casino Pier & Breakwater Beach
seaside heights âĸ Half day to full day
Iconic Seaside Heights pier with thrill rides, Hydrus coaster, and Breakwater Beach water park.
- âHydrus roller coaster
- âOcean views from every ride
- âBreakwater Beach water park
- âRebuilt after Sandy
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Steel Pier
atlantic city âĸ 2-4 hours
Historic Atlantic City pier with 25+ rides and a 227-foot observation wheel over the ocean.
- â227-foot observation wheel
- â1,000 feet over the ocean
- âHistoric landmark since 1898
- âClimate-controlled gondolas
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Jenkinson's Boardwalk
point pleasant beach âĸ 3-5 hours
Family-friendly boardwalk with aquarium, rides, mini-golf, and 90+ years of tradition.
- âFamily-owned since 1928
- âTouch tank aquarium
- âFree summer concerts
- âClassic boardwalk atmosphere
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Historic Lighthouses
Climb to the top for panoramic views
Barnegat Lighthouse
barnegat light âĸ 1-2 hours
Iconic 'Old Barney' - climb 217 steps for panoramic views of LBI and the Atlantic.
- â172 feet tall
- â217 steps to climb
- âPanoramic ocean views
- âState park with nature trails
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Cape May Lighthouse
cape may âĸ 1-2 hours
Historic 1859 lighthouse at Cape May Point. Climb 199 steps for bay and ocean views.
- â157 feet tall
- â199 steps to climb
- âDelaware Bay & Atlantic views
- âHistoric keeper's house museum
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Absecon Lighthouse
atlantic city âĸ 1 hour
NJ's tallest lighthouse at 171 feet. Climb 228 steps for Atlantic City skyline views.
- âNJ's tallest lighthouse (171 feet)
- â228 steps to climb
- âAtlantic City skyline views
- âSteps from boardwalk
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Twin Lights Historic Site
highlands âĸ 1-2 hours
Unique twin-towered lighthouse with NYC views. Site of first US Fresnel lens.
- âUnique twin-tower design
- âFirst US Fresnel lens
- âMarconi wireless demonstration site
- âNYC skyline views
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Arcades & Entertainment
Games, museums, and indoor fun
Silverball Museum
asbury park âĸ 2-4 hours
600+ playable pinball machines and classic arcades. One price, unlimited play all day.
- â600+ playable machines
- âUnlimited play admission
- âSpans 90 years of gaming
- âOn Asbury Park boardwalk
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Ripley's Believe It or Not!
atlantic city âĸ 1-2 hours
Museum of oddities and interactive exhibits on the Atlantic City boardwalk.
- âHundreds of oddities
- âInteractive exhibits
- âBoardwalk location
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Atlantic City Aquarium
atlantic city âĸ 1-2 hours
Intimate aquarium at Gardner's Basin with sharks, touch tanks, and marine exhibits.
- âSharks and sea turtles
- âInteractive touch tanks
- âFamily-friendly pricing
- âAway from casino crowds
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Cape May County Park & Zoo
cape may court house âĸ 2-4 hours
Top-rated FREE zoo with 550+ animals. Lions, giraffes, and more on 85 acres.
- âFREE admission
- â550+ animals
- â250 species
- âConsistently top-rated
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Tips for Visiting
Save Money
- âĸ Buy tickets online for discounts
- âĸ Visit on weekdays for lower crowds
- âĸ Cape May Zoo is FREE admission
- âĸ Many attractions offer twilight rates
Best Times
- âĸ Amusement parks: Evening for cooler temps
- âĸ Lighthouses: Clear days for best views
- âĸ Water parks: Early morning, less crowded
- âĸ Arcades: Rainy days, great backup plan
Explore Shore Towns
Each shore town has its own unique attractions and character. Find the perfect destination for your trip.