New Jersey Travel Guide
Greater Atlantic City Region
By the editors of Kaboose.com, with Margaret Soria
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With the warm sun shining all day and the neon glittering at night, the Greater Atlantic City Region is one of New Jersey's brightest stars. What began as the town with the world's first (and most famous) boardwalk, is now "Always Turned On," featuring 24-hour gaming excitement, headline entertainment, and the world famous Miss America Pageant.
For the wild and unusual, visit Ripley's Believe It or Not! Museum. The most unusual museum of all is "Lucy the Elephant" in Margate—a museum inside of a gigantic colorful pachyderm. Steep yourself in the past and future at The Atlantic City Art Center and Historical Museum at Garden Pier. More history waits along the waterfront in Somers Point, and at the Towne of Historic Smithville, where you can also browse through 60 colonial-era shops. Oceanville's Noyes Museum features exceptional American Art and the artful craft of vintage duck decoys.
To experience birds of a real feather, wander through the Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge. The Ocean Life Center will bring you up-to-date on all the creatures under the sea. Or experience one of Atlantic City's most popular spots, the Absecon Lighthouse. This 171-foot tower, built in 1857, has attracted thousands of visitors to climb the 228 steps. This view from New Jersey's tallest lighthouse should not be missed.
Witness a sports extravaganza at the newly renovated and Historic Boardwalk Hall, host to professional boxing and hockey and a myriad of family shows and concerts. The region's minor-league baseball team, the Atlantic City Surf, will show you how the game is played at the Sandcastle Stadium at Bader Field.
Where to Stay
Courtyard by Marriott Atlantic City Hotel
1212 Pacific Ave.
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
Phone: 609-345-7070
It is located in the heart of Atlantic City and on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean. It has also easy access to the Atlantic City Convention Center, the famous Atlantic City Boardwalk, the Steel Pier, and Ripley’s Believe It or Not. Some amenities include high speed wireless internet, fitness center, indoor hot tub, coffee/tea service and a complimentary breakfast.
Albion House
106 Albion Place
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
Phone: 609-344-8368
The Albion House is located just three blocks from the Tropicana Casino, and half a block from the famous Atlantic City boardwalk. Some amenities include its beach block location, private parking lot, cable TV, and washer and dryer in each building.
Harrah’s Resort Atlantic City
777 Harrah’s Blvd.
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
Phone: 800-522-4700
Harrah’s Resort Atlantic City has a large casino – over 112,918 square feet of gaming space with new slots and reels. They’ve also got slot denominations ranging from 5 cents to $100. Some amenities include access to the Atlantic City Country Club, and The Steakhouse, a great restaurant located on premises where you can enjoy a meal.
What to Do
Penn State Forest
Route 563 to Lake Oswego Road in Jenkins Neck
Jenkins Neck, NJ 08224
Phone: 609- 296-1114
Penn State Forest is an ideal park to visit if you are a hiker or just a nature buff. Lake Oswego, which is on the premises, is open for canoeing and fishing. In the winter, the area is popular for hunting and cross-country skiing.
Civil Rights Garden at the Carnegie Library
Intersection of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. and Pacific Ave.
Atlantic City, New Jersey 8401
Phone: 609- 347 - 2160
The Civil Rights Garden is composed of 11 granite columns, with plants, flowers, and Ginko trees planted along the pathways. A bronze bell, which lives in the center of the garden, chimes throughout the day, while there is also a reflecting pool inscribed with excerpts from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s "Let Freedom Ring" speech and his Letters from a Birmingham Jail.
Atlantic County Historical Society
907 Shore Road
Somers Point, NJ 08244
Phone: 609-927-5218
The Atlantic Heritage Center museum houses collections of household items, decorative arts, fine arts, weaponry, maritime artifacts, and toys. There is also a library on site that offers over 85,000 references to books, family bibles, photos, and more. Take a tour and have fun exploring.
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