With its many exhilarating casinos where you can dine, watch live entertainment, and enjoy the nightlife, Atlantic City is accommodating to families. In the US, Atlantic City is regarded as the center of gaming and entertainment. Another name for Atlantic City is “Las Vegas of the East.” It was formerly a tiny fishing village that has grown into a premier beach resort. For ultimate fun you can visit Hard Rock Casino Bally’s Atlantic City, Borgata Hotel Casino and Spa, Hard Rock Atlantic City or Caesars at Atlantic City. Throughout the year captivating Atlantic City lures more than 20 million visitors by the car and bus. Plan a trip to various amusements, eateries, historic Absecon Lighthouse, new Wheel at Steel Pier, casinos, several golf courses and local beaches.
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Absecon Lighthouse:
Location of Absecon Lighthouse:
Absecon Lighthouse is New Jersey’s tallest and one of the oldest lighthouses in the country, located at the North end of Atlantic City’s famous boardwalk and overlook the Atlantic Ocean.
Height of Absecon Lighthouse:
Standing at a height of 171 feet, Absecon Lighthouse is the third tallest lighthouse in the US. It was constructed to assist guide ships into busy port of Atlantic City. By climbing the 228 steps of the Absecon Lighthouse you will see awe-inspiring views of the Atlantic City skyline and can witness face-to-face genuine first-order Fresnel lens installed in 1857.
Construction and design:
The Absecon Lighthouse was erected using brick with an exclusive black and white pattern. In recent restoration the Lighthouse is made up of granite blocks, brick, and iron and painted in its genuine black and yellow. The renovated Lighthouse encompasses light keeper’s quarters, alluring gift shop, spacious grounds and an educational museum that brilliantly showcases about the history of lighthouse, restored photos, local memorabilia, marine life, local shipwrecks and their keepers. For an everlasting experience check the attraction’s Keeper Sleeper sleepover events. These novel experiences also include a nighttime climb to the lantern.
You can plan your visit by checking the lighthouse’s official website for hours of operation, admission fees and special events. The website gives all the necessary information to give the visitors a memorable experience. Group tours for 10 or more people are also available which also provides guided tour of the lighthouse ground, museum, lighthouse, Atlantic City history and a climb to the top of the tower.
Things to do in Absecon Lighthouse:
- Keeper’s House Museum & Exhibits:
The Keeper’s House Museum & Exhibits provides tours and a peek into the abundant history over the past 150 years. Visitors can see the original first-order Fresnal Lens – the 150 year old device that turns the structure into a lighthouse. In 1933, Absecon lighthouse was decommissioned still the light carries on to shine bright regularly every evening for the families to relish together.
- ‘Keeper Sleeper Overnights’ under star-studded skies:
The day time visit to Absecon Lighthouse offers miles of shoreline views; an overnight visit gives a completely unique experience that children will always relish. The Keeper Sleeper Overnight program provides fun an educational bunch of activities meant to give a peek into the life and liabilities of a real lighthouse keeper as they worked 150 years ago. Get to know about Absecon lighthouse’s history, take part in a nighttime climb to the top of the tower, enjoying the film regarding lighthouse illumination, and enjoy the night time views of Atlantic City. Even courageous soldiers can be scared with optional ghost stories. Available on Saturday nights throughout the year, this thrilling sleepover includes snacks, breakfast and is ideal for family outing.
- Activities and Events:
The Absecon Lighthouse is an amazing site that is hard to ignore. The proper grounds of the light house are best for picnics and monthly activities. This is a nice place for kids and adults alike, with various activities like ghost lighthouse tours, field trips, overnight stay, birthday parties and elegant weddings parties.
- Smile – you are on camera!
After ascending to the tippy top of Absecon lighthouse, stop and say, “cheese!” a live selfie cam is set atop the outdoor watch room for the visitors to smile and wave for the camera.
Gift shop:
There is a gift shop at the lighthouse’s base, just few steps away from where the visitors begin their climb. The shop has wide variety of inspiring items that highlight the rich history of the lighthouse and its keepers. You can find various things from books and postcards to souvenirs and replicas.
Tickets cost for Absecon Lighthouse:
- $7 to climb, $5 for adults
- $4 for 4-12 years old kids to climb
- $3 Atlantic City residents with ID to climb
- Free for active military and kids under 4 years of age
Nearby restaurants:
- Tony Boloney’s(Italian cuisine)
- Blue Water Grille(American food served)
- Relish(best breakfast)
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