Atlantic City needs no introduction. Home to the first boardwalk in America (built in 1870), this legendary resort city offers something unique at the Jersey Shore: completely free beaches with no badge required. The casino landscape continues evolving—Hard Rock earned "Best Overall Gaming Resort 2024" from Casino Player magazine, surpassing long-time leader Borgata.
The 4.8-mile boardwalk stretches from the inlet to Ventnor, lined with casinos, celebrity chef restaurants, and historic attractions. Steel Pier features The Wheel—a 227-foot observation wheel ranking third-largest in the US. The original 1854 Fresnel lens (12,800 lbs) still functions at Absecon Lighthouse, New Jersey's tallest at 171 feet.
Beyond gambling, world-class dining from Gordon Ramsay, Guy Fieri, Wolfgang Puck, and Bobby Flay has transformed the culinary scene. HQ2 Nightclub at Ocean Casino brings world-renowned DJs (Steve Aoki, Tiesto, Fisher) to a two-level club ranked #14 among World's Best Clubs. Tanger Outlets span 9 city blocks with 100+ stores.
