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Weekend Getaway to Sea Girt

1hr 20min from Philly • 1hr 10min from NYC

1hr 20minFrom Philly
1hr 10minFrom NYC
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Sea Girt offers the perfect Jersey Shore weekend escape. With exclusive & quiet vibes, excellent dining, and easy access from major cities, it's ideal for a quick getaway.

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Why Sea Girt for a Weekend Getaway?

Beautiful beaches with $12/day badges

Historic lighthouse with Sunday tours. One of the last live-in lighthouses on th

Easy drive from NYC and Philadelphia

Exclusive & Quiet

Your Sea Girt Weekend Itinerary

Friday Evening

6:00 PM

Arrive in Sea Girt

Check into your hotel and freshen up

7:30 PM

Dinner

Kick off the weekend with a local favorite restaurant

9:30 PM

Evening stroll

Walk the boardwalk or downtown to get oriented

Saturday

8:00 AM

Breakfast

Start with a local breakfast spot or hotel dining

10:00 AM

Beach time

Claim your spot and enjoy the morning sun

12:30 PM

Lunch

Grab lunch at a casual beachside spot

2:00 PM

Afternoon activity

Explore local attractions or water sports

6:00 PM

Sunset

Watch the sunset from the beach or a scenic spot

7:30 PM

Dinner

Dress up slightly for your main dinner of the trip

Sunday

8:30 AM

Breakfast

Relaxed breakfast before checkout

10:00 AM

Final beach time

One more dip or walk on the beach

12:00 PM

Check out & depart

Head home with great memories

💡 Leave by noon to beat traffic

Where to Stay in Sea Girt

Parker House

$$$

hotel

Historic oceanfront inn built in 1879. Elegant rooms with period furnishings and ocean views. The on

Best for: couples

Nearby Spring Lake B&Bs

$$$

bed-and-breakfast

Spring Lake offers numerous Victorian B&Bs within walking distance of Sea Girt. The Breakers and Spr

Best for: B&B lovers

Sea Girt Summer Rentals

$$$$

vacation-rental

Luxury home rentals in this exclusive community. Expect high prices but exceptional properties in a

Best for: families

Ticket

Things to Do in Sea Girt

Book tours, activities, and experiences with free cancellation

Browse Tours

Where to Eat in Sea Girt

Corner Bagelry

$$

casual

Must try: Bagel shop and deli on Highway 35.

Parker House

$$$

american

Must try: Fresh seafood with ocean views

📞 Reservations recommended

Nearby Spring Lake Dining

$$$

american

Must try: The Breakers Restaurant

📞 Reservations recommended

Nearby Manasquan Dining

$$

american

Must try: Squan Tavern pizza

Budget Estimate for a Sea Girt 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 Sea Girt

  • 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

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