How to Enjoy a Trip to Point Pleasant, New Jersey

Point Pleasant, New Jersey can be an exciting, action-packed destination. Enjoy the ocean, the boardwalk, the shops, the seafood and the night life. Summer is the prime time to visit, but a winter getaway can be quite romantic.

Instructions

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

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. Check out the Pt. Pleasant Beach Inlet, where the Manasquan River meets the Atlantic Ocean. Great saltwater fishing happens here.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. 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.