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Atlantic City Boardwalk Heritage Walk

Atlantic City β€’ 2.5 hours β€’ 2.5 miles

5Stops
2.5 hoursDuration
2.5 milesDistance
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About This Tour

From the birthplace of salt water taffy to the legacy of Steel Pier, explore the history of America's first boardwalk.

Tour Highlights

Steel Pier - historic amusement pierBoardwalk Hall - Art Deco landmarkMonopoly landmarks - real streets from the gameHistoric hotels and casinos

Quick Info

Location
Atlantic City, Atlantic County
Duration
2.5 hours
Distance
2.5 miles
Difficulty
easy
Best Time to Visit
September-October for beautiful weather and manageable crowds

Tour Stops

1

Steel Pier

1000 Boardwalk

Once "The Showplace of the Nation" with diving horses. Now a modern amusement pier.

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2

Boardwalk Hall

2301 Boardwalk

This 1929 Art Deco venue houses the world's largest pipe organ. Tour if available.

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3

James Salt Water Taffy

1519 Boardwalk

Watch taffy being made at one of the original boardwalk candy shops.

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4

Monopoly Streets

Various

Walk down Baltic, Mediterranean, and other streets immortalized in the famous board game.

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5

Absecon Lighthouse

31 S Rhode Island Ave

New Jersey's tallest lighthouse. Climb 228 steps for city views.

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πŸ’‘ Tips for This Tour

  • β€’Rolling chairs available for hire if walking is difficult
  • β€’Casinos offer free parking - validate your ticket
  • β€’Visit in spring or fall to avoid summer crowds

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