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Seaside Heights with Kids

Family guide & activities

★★★★Family Rating
All ages, especially 4-12Best For
High in summerCrowds

Seaside Heights rates 4 of 5 for families in this guide. The kid-friendly attractions, beaches and activities on file are listed below.

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Things to Do with Kids in Seaside Heights

Beach Play

Building sandcastles, playing in the waves, and beach games

Ages All agesFree

Casino Pier

Amusement rides and Breakwater Beach water park

Ages 4-15$40-60

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Lifeguarded beaches

Beaches listed with lifeguards in our Seaside Heights guide: Seaside Heights Beach. Hours vary by beach.

Beach Safety for Kids

  • Swim in front of a lifeguard stand, and only while it is staffed.
  • Check the lifeguard flags before anyone goes in the water.

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Seaside Heights Family Vacation FAQ

Is Seaside Heights good for families with kids?

Yes — families are Seaside Heights's core audience. Casino Pier and Breakwater Beach Waterpark anchor the kid itinerary, and 1 of the town's beaches are flagged family-friendly in our guide.

What age kids is Seaside Heights best for?

All ages travel well here: Seaside Heights Beach suits toddlers, while Casino Pier keeps grade-schoolers and tweens busy. Teens have enough independence-friendly territory to explore on their own.

Are there lifeguards on Seaside Heights beaches?

Yes — Seaside Heights Beach is staffed in season. Swim in front of a stand and follow the flags.

How much are beach badges in Seaside Heights for a family?

Badges run $13/day, $50/week, $75/season. Kids under 11 get on free, which changes the math for young families. Under 11 free. Active military free. Teen curfews in effect.

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