Atlantic City travel guide
Atlantic City Tourism | Atlantic City Guide
You're Going to Love Atlantic City
With a population of 39.558, Atlantic City is a must-see destination in New Jersey, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Atlantic City deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Atlantic City
Boardwalk & Beach Area is the neighbourhood with the most restaurants in Atlantic City. These include popular favourites such as Capriccio at Resorts Atlantic City (1133 Boardwalk), Il Mulino New York - Atlantic City (Hard Rock Casino) and Girasole Ristorante (3108 Pacific Ave). If you’re looking for affordable options, Dock's Oyster House (2405 Atlantic Avenue) and Knife & Fork Inn (3600 Atlantic Ave) are great picks.
When to visit Atlantic City
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Atlantic City in July, when the average temperature is 25 °C, and the highest can go up to 30 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -4 °C, with an average temperature of 1 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 107 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Atlantic City, with an average rainfall of 74 mm.
How to Get to Atlantic City
Plane
Atlantic City is served by 2 airports: Atlantic City (ACY) and Philadelphia Airport (PHL). The closest to the city centre of Atlantic City is Atlantic City, which is located 17 km from the city centre. Further away is Philadelphia Airport, 90 km from the centre of Atlantic City. The shortest flight to Atlantic City from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 49h 09m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Atlantic City. The train journey from Atlantic City to Newark takes 0h 34m and costs around S$ 7 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about S$ 14 for a 1h 08m trip. The train station in Atlantic City is called Atlantic City, and is located 1.7 km from the city centre.
Car
Another option to get to Atlantic City is to pick up a car hire from New York, which is about 159 km from Atlantic City. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Dollar, among others, in New York.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Atlantic City, including Megabus, Bus and OurBus. From New York, the bus ride to Atlantic City takes 153 km and will cost you around S$ 7. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about S$ 16 for a journey of 282 km. The most popular bus station is Atlantic City Ballys, located 1.3 km from the city centre of Atlantic City. Atlantic City Resorts Casino Hotel is also a commonly used station, and is 0.4 km from the city centre.
Airlines serving Atlantic City
Where to stay in Atlantic City
From 5-star hotels such as the Mgm Tower At Borgata to great affordable options like the Wyndham Skyline Tower, Atlantic City offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around S$ 327 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 232 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Quality Inn Flamingo and Clarion Inn Atlantic City. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Atlantic City, with prices from S$ 63 to S$ 1,846 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Atlantic City are about 75% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.
Boardwalk & Beach Area - In Atlantic City’s most popular neighbourhood to stay, recommended hotels include Ocean Casino Resort, Bally's Atlantic City Hotel & Casino and Boardwalk Resorts - Flagship.
Downtown - Courtyard by Marriott Atlantic City Beach Block, The Claridge Hotel and Howard Johnson by Wyndham Atlantic City have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in Downtown will cost you about S$ 104 per night.
Where to stay in popular areas of Atlantic City
Most booked hotels in Atlantic City
Hiring a car in Atlantic City
Expect to pay S$ 1.42 per litre in Atlantic City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 17.01 and S$ 22.68. The most frequently booked car type in Atlantic City is Full-size (Ford Expedition or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is, on average, 63% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.