Weekend Getaway to Asbury Park
1hr 25min from Philly • 1hr from NYC
Asbury Park has reinvented itself as the Jersey Shore's coolest weekend destination. Indie music venues, craft cocktails, LGBTQ+ friendly beaches, and a boardwalk with actual personality. Just 90 minutes from NYC—close enough for a spontaneous getaway.
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Why Asbury Park for a Weekend Getaway?
Live music capital of the Jersey Shore with Stone Pony and Wonder Bar
LGBTQ+ welcoming with dedicated beach area and inclusive nightlife
Revitalized boardwalk with local restaurants and vintage shops
Art galleries, murals, and creative culture throughout town
Your Asbury Park Weekend Itinerary
Friday Evening
Arrive in Asbury Park
Check into your hotel and freshen up
Dinner
Kick off the weekend with a local favorite restaurant
Live music
Catch a show at Stone Pony or Wonder Bar
Saturday
Breakfast
Start with a local breakfast spot or hotel dining
Beach time
Claim your spot and enjoy the morning sun
Lunch
Grab lunch at a casual beachside spot
Explore downtown
Art galleries, vintage shops, and craft cocktails
Sunset
Watch the sunset from the beach or a scenic spot
Dinner
Dress up slightly for your main dinner of the trip
Sunday
Breakfast
Relaxed breakfast before checkout
Final beach time
One more dip or walk on the beach
Check out & depart
Head home with great memories
💡 Leave by noon to beat traffic
Where to Stay in Asbury Park
Asbury Ocean Club Hotel
$$$$hotel
5-star luxury earning 9.5/10 guest rating. Floor-to-ceiling windows, Forbes Travel Guide recommended
Best for: luxury
Colonial Motel
$$motel
Budget-friendly motel in Asbury Park.
Best for: budget travelers
The Asbury Hotel
$$$hotel
Hip boutique hotel at 8.1/10 rating. Rooftop bar, bowling alley, photo gallery featuring Danny Clinc
Best for: couples
Things to Do in Asbury Park
Book tours, activities, and experiences with free cancellation
Where to Eat in Asbury Park
Johnny Mac's House of Spirits
$$irish
Must try: Free pizza on St. Patrick's Day parade morning
Stella Marina Bar & Restaurant
$$american
Must try: Located in Asbury Park.
Speakeatery
$$american
Must try: Located in Asbury Park.
Soon C Deli
$$deli
Must try: Located in Asbury Park.
Budget Estimate for a Asbury Park Weekend
Budget
$300-400 total (motel, casual dining, beach)
Mid-Range
$500-700 total (boutique hotel, nice dinners)
Luxury
$900+ total (resort, fine dining, activities)
What to Pack for Asbury Park
- ✓Sunscreen and beach towels (hotels often have limited supplies)
- ✓Layers for cool evenings—shore breezes pick up after sunset
- ✓Comfortable walking shoes for boardwalks and downtown
- ✓Cash for beach badges and parking meters
- ✓Reservation confirmations for popular restaurants
Getting to Asbury Park
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Nearest airport: Newark Liberty International (EWR)
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Asbury Park Weekend Getaway FAQ
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