All Central NJ Top 50 Jersey Shore Attractions

Come by for one of their special events by the shore!

Throughout the summer, Jenkinson's hosts a number of events for kids and adults a like to enjoy! From Movies on the Beach to Canines and Cocktails, everyone will find one to attend. Check their calendar for more!

Featuring an Adopt-An-Animal program!

You can adopt a penguin, shark, seal, or sea turtle as part of the Adopt-An-Animal program at Jenkinson's. When you adopt an animal you will receive the corresponding animal plush with matching ID band, a personalized certificate, 5x7 color photo of your animal as well as a personality card, two complimentary aquarium passes, Parent's Night invitation, an 8x10 foot painting of your animal and an information packet.

Breakwater Beach Outreach programs!

Interactive outreach programs are offered through Breakwater Beach. Students will learn about equipment and see it in action. Programs offered are Water Safety, Water Chemistry, Mathematics of a Waterpark, Economics of a Waterpark, and First Aid/Rescue.

Captain Cal II - We have a New Boat! 

Sailing Daily 7:30 AM - 2:30 PM |

Open Boat - No Reservations Required

Take a small, big, or no dip into the ocean mid-flight!

Belmar Parasail gives you the option to make sure your parasailing experience is all you ever dreamed of! Depending on how comfortable you are, you can take a dip into the ocean mid-flight a whole lot or only a little. If that's not your thing, you can opt to not do it at all!

Experience the Seedy Wonderment of Seaside!

From bars galore to the "Shore Store," Seaside Heights has all your favorite Jersey Shore staples. Visit landmarks from the MTV hit show including the beach house they stayed in, to their favorite clubs like Bamboo and Aztec. Traveling with kids? Leave the partying behind for some awesome attractions such as rides, arcade games, and the best traditional boardwalk food and ice cream!

With miles of sprawling beach and enough to keep your family entertained for hours, you won't need much more to have a perfect family getaway at the Jersey Shore!

Featuring a number of bars and restaurants!

Make your way up, down, and around the boardwalk and explore the many eateries and bars that you can enjoy with friends or family. The options are endless.

Perfect place for camping!

Overnight camping is the perfect way to spend a weekend. There are over 20 tent campsites open to visitors of Sandy Hook. You can make your reservations online and begin planning your trip!

Buy, sell, donate, repair!

If you have an old coin-operated machine that you're looking to sell or donate, you can take it to Silverball. You can potentially sell or donate the game whether it's up and running or seemingly dead. 

With a number of getaways and special day trips!

To break the cycle of your humdrum commute, explore their other travel options. The Seastreak will take you to Martha's Vineyard, Newport, Nantucket, and more! It is the most elegant method of transport when exploring the east coast. 

Thursday Fish & Fireworks!

Depart on a Thursday afternoon at 5 p.m. to enjoy fishing and a beautiful fireworks display! This is fun for the whole family. You'll return back to shore after the fireworks display.

The Practically Perfect Package is great for couples!

With the Practically Perfect Package, you can enjoy a standard hotel room, couple massage, dinner for two, and breakfast! This is perfect for a quick weekend getaway to unwind and spend time with your significant other.

Special events and shows throughout the year!

Every year, the boardwalk at Bradley Beach features a number of fun events for the whole family. From bonfires to dog festivals to salsa tasting contests, there is so much to explore! 

There's no vacation without Maruca's!

Everyone in the area knows that Maruca's is a must-stop when you're on vacation down by the shore. Taste their trademark cheese and sauce swirled pie to believe it. 

Beautiful view of Gulf's Island!

Watch fishing boats glide in as seagulls flock over the caught fish. The Patio Bar also has views of the Manasquan River and inlet with daily music entertainment. Enjoy the views, food, and music!

Specialty drinks!

Their menu includes a variety of specialty cocktails that you can indulge in if wine isn't your favorite. From Tropical Espresso Martinis to a New York Sour, there is something for every taste profile. 

Murder Mystery Dinner Cruise!

For a unique dinner cruise experience, try out their Murder Mystery Dinner Cruise. There will be a dinner buffet, three hour cruise, and a murder! Have a fun and interactive dinner aboard the River Belle.

Local band competition!

If you're a local band in NJ, consider competing in the Pony's local band competition. You must sell between 30-100 tickets and can get the chance to open up for national acts!

Hundreds of flavors!

Whether you get a milkshake, ice cream, or frozen custard, there are so many flavors to choose from. Whatever your taste preferences are, there will be a flavor that'll stand out.

Rent their ice cream truck for your next party!

Bring the delicious magic that is Hoffman's homemade ice cream to your party. The truck, "Chillie Willie" has been and continues to be an honored guests at many events. Your guests will love seeing and the truck and will love tasting the ice cream even more!

Food served until 1 a.m.!

If you're looking for a late dining spot near Point Pleasant Beach, Frankie's is the place to go! They have a variety of dishes at reasonable prices for an incredible value! 

Introducing Grotto Beach!

Grotto Beach is a tropical oasis with six beautiful cabanas, two living rooms, and outdoor dance floor, and more! They offer beach chairs, bottle service, a custom cabana, and a full menu of delicious fare. Every Sunday, they even have WETT, a Las Vegas style party!

Live music and daily drink specials every night!

Whenever you come to Martell's, you will be in for a treat. Take advantage of one of their daily drink specials as you sit on the tiki bar on the beach and enjoy the ocean breeze. You'll also hear live music every night.

Unique and innovative cocktails!

At Watermark, drinks are an art. They make their own infused and tea-infused spirits and feature a variety of specialty cocktails that you won't be able to find anywhere else! Try it out for yourself.