Overview
Seaside Heights is a barrier island borough on the Jersey Shore with nearly 3,000 residents (2019), facing the Atlantic Ocean on the east and Barnegat Bay on the west. The town is famous for its boardwalk stretching between Funtown Pier and Beach/Casino Pier, packed with arcades, rides, game booths, and snack shacks.
Beach · Family Travel · Nightlife
Before you go
Accommodation
Motels range from $60-389/night; many operate seasonally from March through mid-October. Vacation rentals available through local realty companies.
Activities
Casino Pier amusement park open seasonally; arcade and game booths along boardwalk operate while beach is available until about 11PM.
Food
Boardwalk food includes pizza, cheese steaks, cheese balls, and saltwater taffy. Prices range from $2.50 for pizza slices to $15-30 for full dinners.
Transport
NJ Transit buses serve Seaside Heights seasonally with routes to Newark, Newark Airport, Hoboken, and Toms River. Taxis operate 24/7 in the area.
Weather
Summer months (June-August) are peak season with warmest beach weather. Many attractions and motels close from late October through early March.