Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Things You’ll Need:
- As little as one day or as much as a week or more
- Spending money
- Money for food and (optional) lodging
Step1
If you are in Point Pleasant for just one day, a great place to start is the Pt. Pleasant Beach boardwalk. You can eat, play games, go on rides (both children's and adults'), climb a "rock wall", play miniature golf or enjoy a cocktail at Martell's Tiki Bar.
Step2
If you have the time, visit Jenkinson's Aquarium, located right on the boardwalk. Jenkinson's also has a great nightclub that has dancing, food, cocktails and a raw bar.
Step3
If you are up for some surf and sand, visit one of the many beaches located off of the boardwalk. You can rent umbrellas and chairs.
Step4
Check out the Pt. Pleasant Beach Inlet, where the Manasquan River meets the Atlantic Ocean. Great saltwater fishing happens here.
Step5
For great seafood, try one or all of the following restaurants: The Wharfside, The Lobster Shanty, The Shrimp Box or Spike's Fish Market. All are located within a couple of miles of the boardwalk.
Step6
If you want to shop, head to the center of Pt. Pleasant Beach by traveling into town. You can find antiques, jewelry, nautical items, quaint eateries, a used book shop and clothing boutiques.
Step7
During a longer stay, a great place to relax and be pampered is at The White Sands, which has a full salon and spa (an indoor pool, massages, hair and nail care, and more.