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Atlantic City Frequently Asked Questions

What is the legal age for gambling?
Are there wedding chapels in Atlantic City?
How long is the Boardwalk?
Are children permitted to attend casino shows?
What transportation is available from the Philadelphia Airport to AC?
Are pets permitted on the Boardwalk?
What hotels are pet friendly?
How can I purchase tickets for an event at Boardwalk Hall?
What entertainment is playing at the casinos?
What conventions are scheduled for the following year?
What is the fee for beaches in Atlantic City?
Does Atlantic City have bathhouses?
Can you suggest what to do for a bachelor or bachelorette celebration?
What is there to do in Atlantic City if you do not gamble?
What are the closest hotels to the Atlantic City Convention Center?
Where can I park in Atlantic City and what is the cost?
Is the Boardwalk open all year?
Where can I go shopping?
Is it safe in Atlantic City?
Is Atlantic City handicap accessible?
What are some great restaurants in Atlantic City?
What can we do to entertain children in Atlantic City?
Who has babysitting services in Atlantic City?
How can I get the “freebies” I hear about from the casinos?
How can I get directions and a street map of Atlantic City online?

 
What is the legal age for gambling?
 
New Jersey State Law requires a person to be 21 years of age to gamble. Nobody below the age of 21 is permitted on the casino floors.
 
Are there wedding chapels in Atlantic City?
 
Atlantic City does not have wedding chapels. There is a 3-day mandatory waiting period in the State of New Jersey for a marriage license. For more information please contact the Vital Statistics Department at 609-347-5410.
 
How long is the Boardwalk?
 
The first Boardwalk opened on June 26, 1870 and was one mile long. It was designed by Jacob Keim and Alexander Boardman to keep the sand out of the tourist shoes. Today the Boardwalk extends just over 4 miles long.
 
Are children permitted to attend casino shows?
 
Many shows are suitable for children, but some do have adult content. Please check with each casino property for their policy regarding children.
 
What transportation is available from the Philadelphia Airport to Atlantic City?
 
For a complete list of all shuttle services, please click here. Please note that all shuttle services do run on demand so it is necessary to make reservations ahead of time.
 
Are pets permitted on the Boardwalk?
 
No, Atlantic City has an ordinance that does not allow pets on the Boardwalk, whether on a leash or not.
 
What hotels are pet friendly?
 
There are 4 hotels in the area that accept pets. The Sheraton Atlantic City Convention Center Hotel, The Sunset Inn of America located in West Atlantic City, The Sea Gull Motel in Brigantine, and Residence Inn by Marriott in Somers Point.
 
How can I purchase tickets for an event at Boardwalk Hall?
 
Tickets for all events held at Boardwalk Hall may be purchased through Ticketmaster by calling 1-800-736-1420 or visiting their website at http://www.ticketmaster.com, or in person at the Boardwalk Hall box office.
 
What entertainment is playing at the casinos?
 
For a complete list of all the entertainment in the Atlantic City area please refer to our calendar of events. As soon as an event is announced it will be posted.
 
What conventions are scheduled for the following year?

A complete list of tradeshows and public shows being held at the Atlantic City Convention Center may also be found on the Convention Center website at http://www.accenter.com
 
What is the fee for beaches in Atlantic City?

Sunbathers and swimmers may enjoy all the beaches in Atlantic City for free. No beach tags are required.
 
Does Atlantic City have bathhouses?
 
There are no bathhouses in Atlantic City. There are outside showers located at Albany Avenue, South Carolina Avenue, and Virginia Avenue where bathers may rinse the sand off.
 
Can you suggest what to do for a bachelor or bachelorette celebration?
 
We are delighted that you have chosen Atlantic City for your celebration – it’s a popular activity for many of our visitors. Atlantic City has a variety of top quality entertainment venues and fine restaurants, plus high-voltage nightclubs, located both within and outside the casinos. Many of them host bachelor and bachelorette parties on a regular basis and can be helpful in planning your event.
 
What is there to do in Atlantic City if you do not gamble?
 
 Other than gambling there are plenty of things to see and do, with attractions, museums, shopping, memorials and much more. Just a few examples are Ripley’s Believe It Or Not! Museum, Atlantic City Art Museum, Atlantic City Historical Museum, Absecon Lighthouse, Atlantic City Outlets – The Walk and the New Jersey Korean War Memorial. Please take a look at the attractions option on our homepage to learn about more local and regional excitement.
 
What are the closest hotels to the Atlantic City Convention Center?
 
 The Sheraton Convention Center Hotel would be the closest hotel as it connects to the Center. Trump Plaza, Caesars, and Bally’s Park Place Casino Hotels are all just a few short blocks from the Convention Center
 
Where can I park in Atlantic City and what is the cost?
 
 Convenient, economical parking is located throughout Atlantic City in both garages and surface lots. All casinos have garages, and you will pass many other parking facilities as you drive through the city. Parking prices vary.

 

Is the Boardwalk open all year?
 
Yes, the Boardwalk is open all year. Weather permitting, it is wonderful to stroll down the wooden way. Most of the restaurants and shops are open for you to enjoy. The casinos never close.
 
Where can I go shopping?
 
Atlantic City has recently opened an upscale retail outlet center called Atlantic City Outlets - The Walk. It is located on parts of 8 different clocks, with the main section between the Boardwalk and the Convention Center along Michigan Avenue. They have many fine stores and eateries. Shopping is also available in the casino hotels, all along the Boardwalk, and in several areas just outside of Atlantic City. The Quarter at Tropicana is scheduled to open in the fall of 2004 with unusual shops, fine restaurants, nightclubs and an Imax Theater. The Pier at Caesars is scheduled to open in 2005 with four stories of shops, restaurants and entertainment areas.
 
Is it safe in Atlantic City?
 
Atlantic City is considered to be a safe city. We urge visitors to take the same safety precautions that they would take in any large city and be aware of their surroundings.
 
Is Atlantic City handicap accessible for the beaches, hotels, Boardwalk and restaurants?
 
 Atlantic City complies with state regulations regarding handicap services. As part of a recent beach replenishment project, about a dozen handicap ramps have been constructed to provide easy access from the Boardwalk to the beach. The Boardwalk itself has ramp access at street ends. Hotels, casinos, entertainment venues and restaurants have varying levels of handicap accessibility; it is best to contact them individually for detailed information.
 
What are some great restaurants in Atlantic City?
 
Atlantic City has a variety of quality restaurants with a wide range of cuisines. See restaurant list
 
What can we do to entertain children in Atlantic City?
 
 While Atlantic City is known as a gaming destination, there are plenty of things to see and do to entertain your children. A few examples: Steel Pier or Central Pier rides and amusements, Ripley’s Believe It Or Not! Museum, The Flyers Skate Zone, Ocean Life Center aquarium, boat cruises and fishing boats, miniature golf and more. Please take a look at the attraction option on our homepage at to learn more about local and regional excitement.
 
Who has babysitting services in Atlantic City?
 
 Most area hotels will recommend a service for you if you are staying at their hotel. Please inquire at the hotel’s concierge desk or front desk.
 
How can I get the “freebies” I hear about from the casinos?
 
Each casino has its own promotional program and qualifications for providing freebies, or “comps ” as they are known here. Visit the promotions booth in the casino of your choice. They will be able to assist you.
 
How can I get directions and a street map of Atlantic City online?

See city map. If you would like a more detailed map please stop at one of the Visitor Information Centers. They are located on the Atlantic City Expressway at mile marker 3.5 (accessible from either direction) or on the Boardwalk at the corner of Mississippi Avenue in Boardwalk Hall.