When you plan a vacation to Atlantic City, you will probably be amazed at the many attractions and activities there are for you to see and take part in. Of course it depends on your interests too. You might just be interested in beach activities or golfing, or casinos. However you don’t want to miss out on the other great attractions and good times to be found in this marvelous city. So here is a rundown of the Top Ten Atlantic City Attractions.

Casinos

For most people the casinos are the lure to Atlantic City. Even for non-gamblers, casinos can be a lot of fun. If you want to be pampered and treated like royalty then staying at a casino is for you even if you don’t want to spend much money. Casinos can be destinations unto themselves. Open and bustling 24 hours a day, you can gamble, shop, watch big name entertainers perform, and dine on everything from sub sandwiches to gourmet meals.

Lucy the Elephant

This peculiar piece of Americana is located in Margate, also known as South Atlantic City. Lucy is a building in the shape of an enormous 65 foot tall elephant. Visitors can climb atop the elephant and gaze over the city and ocean. This building is over 120 years old and is a national historic treasure.

Boardwalk

Most everyone is familiar with the Atlantic City boardwalk even if they have never visited. It has been a backdrop in many movies and television shows. It was originally built in 1870 as a way to keep sand away from the beach front hotels. The boardwalk has since expanded to a length of over 4 miles and a width of 60 feet in some spots. The boardwalk runs along the beach and is lined with many eclectic shops and restaurants.
It’s a fun place to spend the day shopping and people watching.

Ripley’s Museum

Always fun, this museum is packed with hundreds of “Believe it or Not” exhibits. The building itself is designed to look like it has been crashed by a giant wrecking ball which gives you an idea for the quirky sights awaiting you inside – including a lock of hair from George Washington!

Aquarium

The Atlantic City Aquarium is home to around 20 tanks of various sizes including the huge 25,000 gallon tank of sea creatures that are indigenous to the area. Lots to see and plenty of hands-on activities make this a fun place for grown ups and kids alike.

Absecon Lighthouse

This is the tallest lighthouse in New Jersey and the third tallest in the entire country. Visitors can climb the 228 steps to the stop and marvel at the amazing view of the Jersey shore.

Haunted Tales

Spooky fun for all ages, this Atlantic City attraction offers up tales of the Jersey Devil complete with a simulated theater.

Steel Pier

A top attraction in Atlantic City, this is not to be missed.
With good old fashioned fun for the whole family, you will find thrill shows, amusement rides and big name entertainment. It is New Jersey’s version of Coney Island.

Beaches

Atlantic City is right on the coast of the Atlantic ocean and offers all kinds of beach activities such as tanning, windsurfing, kayaking, beach volleyball, and fishing.

Storybook Land

Located a few miles west of Atlantic City, this is an attraction your little ones will love. Storybookland is a 20 acre park with rides and things to do and see based upon famous children’s stories.

Atlantic city is so much more than just casinos. There is something for everyone as you can see from this list of top ten Atlantic City attractions.

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