Weekend Getaway to Barnegat Light
1hr 15min from Philly • 1hr 40min from NYC
Barnegat Light offers the perfect Jersey Shore weekend escape. With authentic fishing village vibes, excellent dining, and easy access from major cities, it's ideal for a quick getaway.
Why Barnegat Light for a Weekend Getaway?
Beautiful beaches with $10/day badges
Climb 217 steps to the top of "Old Barney" for panoramic views of LBI and the in
Easy drive from NYC and Philadelphia
Authentic Fishing Village
Your Barnegat Light Weekend Itinerary
Friday Evening
Arrive in Barnegat Light
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 Barnegat Light
Barnegat Light Vacation Rentals
$$vacation-rental
Beach houses and cottages in this quiet fishing village. Less expensive than towns farther south on
Best for: families
Barnegat Light B&Bs
$$bed-and-breakfast
Charming bed & breakfasts in this historic fishing village. Wake up to ocean air and lighthouse view
Best for: couples
Nearby Harvey Cedars Lodging
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Harvey Cedars (5 min south) offers Drifting Sands Oceanfront Motel with direct beach access.
Best for: motel seekers
Things to Do in Barnegat Light
Book tours, activities, and experiences with free cancellation
Where to Eat in Barnegat Light
Viking Fresh Seafood
$$seafood
Must try: Whatever came in that day
Kubel's
$$american
Must try: Breakfast or fish sandwich
Mustache Bill's Diner
$american
Must try: Pancakes
Dairy Queen
$ice-cream
Must try: Classic ice cream and treats. Located in Barnegat Light.
Budget Estimate for a Barnegat Light 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 Barnegat Light
- ✓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
Barnegat Light Weekend Getaway FAQ
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