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Ocean County

· Ocean County, NJ

Why you should go…

Ocean County Business Development & Tourism is the official destination marketing organization for Ocean County, New Jersey, part of the Jersey Shore. It promotes the county's beaches and boardwalks, boating and fishing, farms, golf courses, campgrounds, and arts venues. The office also runs a visitor events calendar and offers a free travel guide.

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  • #boating
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  • #day trip

Good to know

General sightseeing guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • The forecast is part of the ticket

    Haze, low cloud, and rain flatten a view. Clear-day visits are worth rearranging your plans for.

  • Golden hour sells out first

    Sunset slots at observation decks and cruises are the first to go, so book those further ahead.

  • Dress a layer warmer

    It is always breezier up high and out on the water than it feels at street level.

  • Timed entry is common

    Plenty of landmarks release tickets in windows rather than at the door, so check before you walk over.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Ocean County, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Sport & Outdoor
    Outdoor Adventure

    Island Beach State Park

    Under $25

    A pristine ten-mile barrier island beach on the Jersey Shore, one of the last undeveloped stretches on the coast.

    11 mi awaySwitch it up: Sport & Outdoor

  • Shopping
    Family Favorite

    Historic Smithville & Village Greene

    Free

    A cobblestone shopping village of 50-plus shops and eateries wrapped around a lake, minutes from Atlantic City.

    36 mi awaySwitch it up: Shopping

  • Attractions
    Family Favorite

    Storybook Land

    $25–$50

    A nostalgic storybook-themed amusement park for young kids, running near Atlantic City since 1955.

    43 mi awaySwitch it up: Attractions

  • Sightseeing
    Iconic

    Absecon Lighthouse

    Under $25

    New Jersey's tallest lighthouse, with a 228-step climb to sweeping views of Atlantic City.

    44 mi awayMore like this

  • Sightseeing
    Iconic

    Atlantic City

    Free

    The Jersey Shore's classic casino-and-Boardwalk resort town.

    44 mi awayMore like this

  • Sightseeing
    Iconic

    Lucy the Elephant

    Under $25

    A six-story elephant-shaped building on the Margate beach, one of America's oldest roadside attractions.

    48 mi awayMore like this