Point Pleasant Beach

===By car===

• From Northern New Jersey/New York

Travel South along the Garden State Parkway until Exit 98. Follow Rt. 34 South until it becomes Rt. 35 South and follow it over the bridge. Make a left at Arnold Avenue (3rd light) and follow signs to your destination.

• From Southern New Jersey/Atlantic City

Take Garden State Parkway Exit 88. Proceed to Rt 70 (About 3 miles) Make Left on Rt 70 and proceed to Rt 35 South (About. 7 miles).

• From Philadelphia/West Area

Take NJ Turnpike to exit 7a for Rt 195 East. Proceed to East to Exit 35A (Brielle). for Rt. 34 South. Follow directions above from 34.

By air

• Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark (New Jersey) +1 973 961-6000, fax +1 973 961-6259. Major airport with restaurants, shops on-site.
• Atlantic City International Airport, Atlantic City +1 609 645-7895. Small airport usually used by those within the Atlantic County area. Spirit Airlines and Delta Connection COMAIR flights daily.

On foot

• Point Pleasant Beaches' attractions are all confined to one area and are all within walking distance to each other. Walking is a good option especially in the months of May-September when tourist season is at its peak and finding parking can be difficult. The boardwalk includes a residential stretch perfect for a quiet and scenic evening stroll.

By bike

• It is common to see residents and tourists riding their bikes along the boardwalk during the summer months. Bikes are also ridden within the town to and from various destinations. Bikes and surray bikes are available for rent on the boardwalk for those who do not bring their own. It is a great option if you are looking to get exercise and transportation at the same time.

By car

• Rent a Car if you are planning on traveling outside of Point Pleasant Beach or seeing other destinations than the beach or boardwalk. If you are planning on driving to the beach be prepared to pay for parking or walk if you prefer the free parking on the streets.

By taxi

Taxi service is available from Point Pleasant (New Jersey). These are used at night by those who take advantage of the bar scene, or used by those who are in a real rush and do not have a car nearby.

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• Jenkinson's Aquarium

  address: at end of boardwalk
  Air-conditioned aquarium with extensive variety of sea creatures, hands-on workshops for kids.

• Castaway Cove Miniature Golf

  address: Jenkinson's Boardwalk, Central Avenue
  Two mini-golf courses; one goes down to the caves of the cove and through waterfalls, the other goes outside and on top of the course giving a perfect aerial view of the boardwalk and beach.
• Fishingː "The Wall" at the Manasquan Inlet is the point where the Atlantic meets the Manasquan River, and an excellent place to fish year round.

• Jenkinson's Boardwalk

  address: 300 Ocean Avenue
  Along the side of the beach; arcades, snack shacks, games, mini-golf. Jenkinson's Pavilion Arcade & Fun House offers a variety of games and prizes as well as a crazy fun house full of trick mirrors and mazes. Jenkinson's Amusement Rides offers rides for all ages: a carousel, convoy race, crazy bus, dizzy dragons, and a train that goes around the whole perimeter of the park for younger kids; swings, bumper cars, starship, tilt-a-whirl, Moby Dick, twister, tornado, super Himalaya and a rock wall for older kids and adults. The park opens noon daily, end of May to early September. Ticket prices vary; on wristband days, unlimited access to the rides is $15 dollars a person.

• Parasailing

  phone: +1 732 714-2FLY
  address: 35 Broadway
  Be adventurous and see the sights from up in the air.

• Point Pleasant BeachPublic beaches with scenic view of the Jersey Shore. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, season badges or daytime passes can be purchased for a fee and lifeguards are on duty 9-5 daily.

• Sailboats:

• The Dauntless

  phone: +1 732 892-4298
  address: 47 Broadway
  A sailboat which sails year-round, offering fishing trips. Galley serves hamburgers, soda, coffee and tea. Music and television on board. Free parking at dock.

• MIMI VI

  phone: +1 732 370-8019
  address: 415 Broadway
  Sailboat that can be rented for anything from birthday cruises, fireworks cruises, marriage ceremonies, class reunions and holiday parties to fishing expeditions.

Weekly events

• Big Joe's Jersey Talent Show

  address: Pavilion Beach Stage
  Point Pleasant Beach visitors and residents showcase all the talent they have.

• FireworksA magnificent fireworks display right on the boardwalk after sunset.

• Jenkinson's Music Fest

  address: Inlet Beach Stage
  Watch different performances from live bands every week.

Annual events

• Festival of the SeaAnnual end of summer bash with shopping and seafood from local restaurants. Crab cakes, shrimp skewers and lobster; hundreds of craft vendors.

• Alex's Bait and Tackle

  phone: +1 732 295-9268
  address: 9 Inlet Drive
  All the equipment for a day of fishing by the sea.

• Fishermen's Supply Company

  address: 69 Channel Drive
  Fishermen's store, supplies and equipment, bait, fuel, ice and tackle.

• Jenkinson's Sweet Shop

  address: on Jenkinson Boardwalk
  Salt water taffy, caramel and candy apples, homemade fudge.

• Peck's Primitives

  address: Bay & Trenton Ave
  One of fifteen shops and antique stores in Point Pleasant's Antique Emporium. Treasures of the past, local memorabilia to world-renown items and artifacts.

• Sea View Sweets

  address: 312 Boardwalk
  Old time candy shoppe right on the boardwalk featuring delicious hand-made chocolates, fudge, and salt water taffy

• Splinter's Country Woodworking

  address: 624 Bay Avenue
  Shop/workshop specializing in hand crafted, wood carved items that are unique and rustic.

• Inlet

  address: Jenkinson's Boardwalk
  Small beach bar on the boardwalk. Cheesesteaks, hot dogs, French fries. Frozen drinks or cocktails at any time of day.

• Jack Baker's Lobster Shanty

  address: 83 Channel Drive
  Ocean view, fresh seafood restaurant.

• Jenkinson's Pavilion

  phone: +1 732 899-0569
  address: 300 Boardwalk
  Pizza, burgers and chicken fingers. Sushi and raw bar. Deli counter. Can get very crowded during the summer months.

• Joey Tomatoes

  phone: +1 732 295-2624
  address: 311 Central Ave
  Fresh thin crust pizza on the Jenkinson's Boardwalk, by the slice or pie.

• Martell's Sea Breeze

  phone: +1 732-892-0131
  address: 308 Boardwalk
  Salads, burgers, wraps, steak and seafood. Restaurant indoors, Tiki Bar outside, wide range of American food and specials. Popular but can be on the pricey side.

• Ocean Bay Diner

  phone: +1 732 295-1070
  address: 1517 Ocean Ave
  Everything from gravy fries and Taylor ham to burgers and Italian specialties. Breakfast.

• Offshore Restaurant & Pub Bar

  address: 225 Ocean Avenue
  Casual. Seafood, sandwiches, burgers, open year round.

• Red's Lobster Pot Restaurant

  address: 57 inlet drive
  Fresh seafood delivered daily from local ships. Pricey, but worth the money.

• Spano's

  address: 719 Arnold Avenue
  Italian. Steak, pasta, pizza. Dining in the steak & chop house and a more casual eatery with Joe Spano's Tomato Pies. Hall rental for parties and special occasions.

• Surf Taco

  address: 1300 Richmond Ave
  Coastal cuisine in a surf shack-like setting, salsa bar, Tsunami food challenge.

• The Ark Pub & Eatery

  address: 401 Sea Avenue
  Over 40 beer selections. Appetizer menu includes nachos, wings and mozzarella sticks. Party room for up to 70 people.

• Boardwalk Bar & Grill

  address: 106 Randall Avenue
  Seafood, burgers, salads, full bar, live performances, happy hours, a meal at any time for over-21 crowd.

• Frankie's Bar and Grill:

  address: 414 Richmond Avenue

• Jenks Club

  address: 300 Ocean Avenue
  Club/bar open year round, live bands and DJs.

• Off Shore Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge:

  address: 255 Ocean Avenue

Hotels

• White Sands Oceanfront Resort

  phone: +1 732 899-3370
  address: 1205 Ocean Ave
  Resort on private stretch of Point Pleasant Beach, indoor heated swimming pool, two outdoor pools, Firefly Restaurant, fitness centre, banquet and conference facilities. Sea Spa and Salon (+1 732-714-1220) is a relaxing, full service spa offering Zen envelopment treatment, aromatherapy treatment and everything from manicures and pedicures to hair design.

Motels

• Amethyst Beach Motel

  phone: +1 732 899-3600
  address: 202 Arnold Ave.
  Dining room, outdoor pool, wired Internet, continental breakfast served on patio. No pets allowed. Overlooks Jenkinson's boardwalk.

• Atlantic Motel

  phone: +1 732 899-7711
  address: 215 Broadway
  Fifty room Jersey Shore motel, outdoor pool. No pets allowed, must be 21 years or older to rent.

• Broadway Court Motel

  phone: +1 732 892-0850
  address: 304 Broadway
  No visitors, no pets.

• Colonial Motel

  phone: +1 732 899-2394
  address: 210 Arnold
  Pool, continental breakfast, two blocks from beach and boardwalk. Single and double rooms, suites.

• Driftwood Motel

  phone: +1 732 892-3519
  address: 1414 Ocean Ave.
  On beach. Patio, outdoor pool.

• Dunes Motel

  phone: +1 732 903-7777
  address: 1601 Ocean Ave.
  By the ocean, parallel to the beach. Outdoor pool, free parking, shuttle service to the boardwalk.

• Pelican Point Motel

  phone: +1 732 899-2394
  address: 210 Arnold Ave
  Microwaves, refrigerators, 32" TVs, outdoor pool.

• Shore Point Motel

  phone: +1 732 892-7075
  address: 205 Broadway
  No visitors, no pets. Refrigerators. Outdoor pool 9AM-7PM. A few blocks away from the beach.

• Surfside Motel

  phone: +1 732 899-1109
  address: 101 Broadway
  Outdoor pool, wi-fi, refrigerators in rooms. Small family owned and operated motel on the north end of town; the Bilotti family grew up vacationing in Point Pleasant Beach and decided to purchase a house and motel there. Three blocks from beach, boardwalk and Manasquan inlet; suited for families and children.

B&B and guest houses

• The Tower Cottage

  address: 203 Forman Ave
  A restored Queen Anne Victorian Bed and Breakfast Inn. Geared more towards couples and business travelers than to families, the inn bills itself as a romantic getaway spot with beautifully decorated rooms.

• Ye Olde Carriage House

  phone: +1 732 892-6609
  address: 309 Arnold Ave
  Main house and carriage house for weekly/monthly rental.