Weekend Getaway to Avalon
1hr 20min from Philly • 2hr 40min from NYC
Avalon offers the perfect Jersey Shore weekend escape. With upscale family vibes, excellent dining, and easy access from major cities, it's ideal for a quick getaway.
Why Avalon for a Weekend Getaway?
Beautiful beaches with $8/day badges
Some of the most impressive natural dunes on the Jersey Shore. Beautiful, protec
Easy drive from NYC and Philadelphia
Upscale Family
Your Avalon Weekend Itinerary
Friday Evening
Arrive in Avalon
Check into your hotel and freshen up
Dinner
Kick off the weekend with a local favorite restaurant
Evening stroll
Walk the boardwalk or downtown to get oriented
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
Afternoon activity
Explore local attractions or water sports
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 Avalon
Avalon Vacation Rentals
$$$vacation-rental
Upscale beach houses and condos throughout Avalon. Book early for summer—extremely popular destinati
Best for: families
Concord Suites
$$hotel
Suites hotel on Dune Drive with ocean views. Located in Avalon.
Best for: families
Desert Sand Resort
$$resort
Beachfront resort offering comfortable accommodations on Dune Drive. Located in Avalon.
Best for: families
Things to Do in Avalon
Book tours, activities, and experiences with free cancellation
Where to Eat in Avalon
Circle Pizza
$pizza
Must try: Cheese pizza
Circle Tavern
$$american
Must try: Tavern on Dune Drive offering classic American pub fare and
Concord Cafe
$$cafe
Must try: Cafe at Concord Suites on Dune Drive. Located in Avalon.
Sea Grill
$$$seafood
Must try: Fresh catch
📞 Reservations recommended
Budget Estimate for a Avalon 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 Avalon
- ✓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
Avalon Weekend Getaway FAQ
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