Atlantic City: A City Built on Fun

A resort city in Atlantic County, New Jersey, United States, Atlantic City, NJ inspired the board game Monopoly, hence its nickname Monopoly City. Popularly known for its casinos and beaches, Atlantic City also happens to have a culturally rich heritage. It was where the Miss America pageant was first held in 1921, a strategy employed by the city government to get tourists to stay past Labor Day. It was also home to the first casino to legally operate outside of Nevada. Today, Downtown Atlantic City is peppered with casinos and 5-star luxurious accommodations. It is serviced by the Atlantic City International Airport, although most prefer to fly through the larger Philadelphia International Airport an hour away from the city center.

Best Time to Visit

March to May and June to August are the best months to head on to Atlantic City, New Jersey. The temperatures vary greatly, however, with mornings reported to be humid at an average of 80 degrees and temperatures dropping in the evenings. Tourists will be glad to hear that great deals are up for grabs at any point of the year as hotels are always looking to attract new and returning guests.

What to Do & Area Attractions

Relive your favorite childhood board game by exploring the vibrant streets of Atlantic City. Aside from the obvious must-see casinos, tourists can also consider experiencing Starcade or Escape AC, both interactive mystery-solving games perfect for date nights. This could be followed by a night of hilarity at the Borgata Comedy Club in Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa or the Atlantic City Comedy Club. The kids will enjoy the Atlantic City Miniature Golf, and the Discovery Seashell Museum. For the ultimate vacation experience, a stay at the Golden Nugget or Harrah's Resort Atlantic City is highly recommended.