Atlantic City Things to Do

There's just something ineffably thrilling about visiting lighthouses. And as far as they go, Absecon's one of the largest in the US, 3rd largest, to be exact. Completed in 1857, the lighthouse towers 171 feet high, harbors a m... more

This is the priciest real estate in town! Long the stuff of board-game-related legend, Atlantic City's Boardwalk is a miles-long stretch of deck lined with dining, gambling, nightlife and all manner of family-friendly (and not-... more

Kennedy Plaza is an attractive amphitheater on the waterfront of the Atlantic City coastline. Located along the celebrated Boardwalkarea, there is seating available as well as facilities for the handicapped. All year round, it... more

This branch of Planet Rose is located in the Quarter at Tropicana Casino and Resort. If you are finicky about colors and patterns you might be put off at first by the leopard-print walls and rose-pink bar. But after a few drink... more

The Atlantic City Bar and Grill is a place to relax with friends while enjoying reasonably priced munchies and drinks. Homemade pastas, pizzas, sandwiches, salads, and more populate this menu and most are available for under $1... more

An ultra-hip bar that has over 100 selections of martini's, and a great wine and scotch list too. The chilled bar keeps your drink nice and cool, while the night heats up with live music, dancing and a lively singles scene. If... more

Good drinks, good music and good crowds make The Wave one of Atlantic City's hottest nightclubs. The atmosphere is casual but exciting as the Rock/Pop and Disco hits fill the dance floor. Don't miss the 80s nights during the su... more

With over a hundred cocktails on the menu and a bar set in an authentic sailboat, you might actually begin to believe you are out on the ocean after enough drinks. The Dizzy Dolphin's creative cocktails include The Titanic, The... more

Free to the public, the Atlantic City Historical Museum is located at Garden Pier. The museum houses a permanent display, “Atlantic City, Playground of the Nation” and showcases special exhibits. Also located at Gar... more

Atlantic City's Art Center features galleries and exhibitions that display the artistic creations of New Jersey's homegrown artists, and of those around the world. Located at the radiant Garden Pier, the center is also home t... more