The Boardwalk

Atlantic City, United States

Built in 1870, offering Steel Pier rides and games, Harry's Oyster Bar, and scenic ocean views.

Places in The Boardwalk

Harry's Oyster Bar Outdoor dining offering scenic views along the Boardwalk.
Carmine's A recommended American-Italian restaurant among the Boardwalk's dining options.
Boardwalk casual cafes Casual dining spots along the historic Boardwalk near Steel Pier.
Caesars Beach Club A newly opened resort-style beachfront venue with ocean views, coastal fare, handcrafted cocktails, and live DJs.
MAYA at Resorts Casino Hotel An outdoor cocktail lounge overlooking the Boardwalk, pairing tropical cocktails with small plates.
Atlantic City Boardwalk heritage Built in 1870, long before gambling came to Atlantic City, the Boardwalk was an attraction powerful enough to draw visitors on its own.

Best time to visit: May to September offers the best beach and boardwalk weather, with summer weekends drawing the biggest crowds to Caesars Beach Club and the Steel Pier.
Getting around: The Boardwalk connects the casinos, Steel Pier, and beachfront dining, with Borgata and Ocean Resort a short distance away and easily reached on foot or by the jitney.
Currency: US Dollar ($)
Language: English.
Timezone: EST (UTC-5, UTC-4 in summer)
Current trends: Atlantic City's hospitality scene continues to elevate its beachfront experience, with the newly opened Caesars Beach Club bringing a resort-style atmosphere with handcrafted cocktails and live DJs, while Borgata's 13+ restaurants including Angeline by Iron Chef Michael Symon and Ocean Resort's all-ocean-view rooms anchor a boardwalk built in 1870 that now pairs historic charm with Michelin-starred dining.

Borgata district — Home to Borgata, the top-grossing casino in Atlantic City and the largest hotel in New Jersey with 2,798 rooms.
Ocean Resort area — Every room offers an ocean view, with a family-friendly pool area called Eclipse and proximity to the Boardwalk.