Atlantic City

城市概覽

History From its founding, Atlantic City has always been about tourism. It was founded in the late 19th century as a resort destination after railroad companies built tracks between Absecon Island (on which the city exists today) and Philadelphia. In its early days, Atlantic City catered to urban workers from Philadelphia. The heyday for Atlantic City as a beach resort lasted through the first half of the 20th century, when it fell out of favor. Atlantic City was revived after a state-wide referendum in 1976 legalized casino gambling in the city, and casinos began popping up along the Boardwalk and in the Marina District in 1978. In the 21st century, Atlantic City's casinos have fallen on hard times due to competition from other states. Pennsylvania legalized casino gambling in 2006; Maryland, New York and Delaware have also entered the fray. Atlantic City's annual casino revenue dropped by half, from $5.2 billion in 2006 to $2.86 billion by 2013. Four of the twelve Atlantic City casinos closed in 2014 (Atlantic Club, Showboat, Revel and Trump Plaza); the Trump Taj Mahal Casino Resort permanently closed on Labor Day 2016.

Visitor information Visitor Welcome Center, 2301 Boardwalk (@ Mississippi Ave.; inside Boardwalk Hall), toll-free: +1-844-855-6338 ext 1, [email protected]. Th-M 9AM - 5PM, Tu W closed. (updated Apr 2026)

如何抵達

By plane 1 Atlantic City International Airport (ACY IATA), 101 Atlantic City Airport, Egg Harbor Township (about 9 miles to the west of Atlantic City along the Atlantic City Expressway), ☏ +1 609 645-7895. Atlantic City International Airport is a smaller airport primarily serviced by: Allegiant.com (Fort Lauderdale, Myrtle Beach, Orlando-Sanford, Punta Gorda, FL; St. Petersburg/Clearwater) American Eagle (operated by LandLine Motorcoach) (Philadelphia) Breeze (Charleston, SC; Raleigh Durham, Fort Myers, Myrtle Beach, Orlando, Tampa, West Palm Beach(all set to begin between June and October 2026)) Car rentals are available in the airport, as well as taxi service and passenger vans for larger groups. Bus service via NJTransit is also available with a connection through the Pleasantville Bus Terminal. For many travelers, and airlines, it will make sense to fly into Philadelphia and drive the hour it takes to reach Atlantic City or take the train.

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL IATA) is located about 60 mi (97 km) to the west of Atlantic City. It is significantly larger than Atlantic City International and has more flights. SEPTA offers Regional Rail service from the airport to 30th Street Station, where travelers can connect with NJ Transit service to Atlantic City (see below). If traveling with American Airlines they now have a "flight" to Philadelphia International Airport operated by Landline as a bus. The bus fare is included in the airfare if connecting to/from an actual American Airlines flight in PHL. IF Philadelphia, Allentown, Lancaster, Trenton, Wilkes/Barre (Scranton), or Wilmington are the final destinations this is the LEAST economical way to get there as the fare is approximately $527 o.w. per segment (as of April 1, 2026). See "By train" or "By bus" in below for cheaper transportation options.

Private aviation Atlantic City was once a popular destination for commercial airlines; however, years of financial distress resulted in many sche

當地交通

The most popular way to get around Atlantic City is on the 4-mile (6.4 km) long Boardwalk (the oldest in the United States), as most of the operating casinos are on the Boardwalk. While one's feet are the most popular way of navigating the boards, there are also old-fashioned rolling chairs that can be hired. These shaded surreys are rolled up and down the length of the Boardwalk by experienced guides, who are out soliciting riders day and night. The fee is based on the distance traveled, but expect a minimum fare of $5 plus tip. Bikes can be rented as well, with the Boardwalk being the favorite spot to ride. Bikes are only allowed on the Boardwalk from 6:30AM to 10AM during the summer months, so be sure to get up early. Bikes of all sorts can be rented (single, tandem). Taxicabs are plentiful throughout the city. The easiest way to get a cab is to call a local service, go to a taxi queue outside of any casino, or visit drop-off points at the Atlantic City Convention Center. The maximum cost for a taxi ride within city limits for up to five passengers is $13, not including tip. One can also travel between the casinos along Pacific Avenue, which runs parallel to the Boardwalk 1 block inland, aboard the Atlantic City Jitney ☏ +1 609 344-8642, a fleet of minibuses that run 24 hours a day; the fare is $2.25. The Jitneys also run to the Marina section of the city, where the Golden Nugget, Borgata, Water Club, and Harrah's casinos are located.

必看景點

1 Atlantic City Aquarium, 800 N. New Hampshire Av, ☏ +1 609 348-2880. Daily 10AM–5PM. Features eight giant aquariums (including a touch tank), shipwreck artifacts, etc. Adults $8, seniors $6, children (ages 4–12) $5, under 3 free. 2 Absecon Lighthouse, 31 S. Rhode Island Ave, ☏ +1 609 449-1360. Th-M 11AM–4PM; July and August daily 10AM-5PM. Built in 1857 and is the tallest in New Jersey. 228 steps to the top will yield a magnificent view of the Jersey shoreline. Adults $7, children (ages 4–12) $5, under 3 free. 3 Lucy the Elephant, 9200 Atlantic Av. at Decatur Ave. (located in the nearby town of Margate), ☏ +1 609 823-6473. A 65-ton building built (as novelty architecture) to look like an elephant. Built in 1881 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this is one of those curious pieces of Americana that one doesn't see too much of anymore. 30-minute tours of its interior are available. Adults $8, ages 3–12 $4. 4 New Jersey Korean War Memorial, Park Place and the Boardwalk, just north of Bally's. Commemorates those who served in the Korean War. Free. (updated May 2020) Atlantic City Shows. Atlantic City has grown to be one of the Northeast's main stops for all large concerts and tours. With Boardwalk Hall being a great place to see a show or a world championship boxing match – the entertainment with Atlantic City Shows never ends. 5 Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University, 2200 Fairmount Ave., ☏ +1 609-626-3805. (updated Feb 2017) African American Heritage Museum of Southern New Jersey, ☏ +1 609 350-6662. W-Sa 11AM-6PM, Su 11AM-5PM. Adults $3, students $2, Wednesdays free, Military free. (updated Jan 2018) 6 Boardwalk Hall, 2301 Boardwalk, ☏ +1 609 348-7000. (updated Jun 2019) 7 World War I Memorial, S. Albany and Ventnor Ave, ☏ +1 609-783-8000. (updated Dec 2019)

體驗活動

There is plenty to do in Atlantic City. Most people go to "AC" to gamble in one of the many resorts. Atlantic City casinos offer slots, poker, blackjack, roulette, craps, baccarat, keno, race and sports books and specialty table games.

1 Steel Pier, 1000 Boardwalk, ☏ +1 609-345-4893, toll-free: +1-866-386-6659. (updated Nov 2020) Boardwalk. Explo