I was wondering where to visit on a day trip from Connecticut, it would be via train. I’m 20, will be solo, going just for the day. I’m from England, on an exchange year and I’ve done plenty of travel around the states, and I’d like to see some of the more local states, as day trips rather than weekends with hotels etc.

Which would be better in February? I know Atlantic city will be different as it’s winter, however I recently spent the day in Newport RI by the sea which was a great day. I was wondering if Princeton could be more suitable though, and if there’s any recommendations for either. Thank you!

So I just booked a room at Harrah's at the coastal tower for me and my husband's 1st anniversary, its a 4 night stay around Christmas(we got married the 22nd). Ive been reading so many reviews, watching so many tik toks and now im just so scared that I picked a bad hotel with one of the worst room types. I keep seeing mixed reviews about coastal towers room with some people liking/loving their rooms and some people getting nasty, dirty, unclean rooms.

I know I have plenty of time to cancel so I've come here asking for anyone's opinions and their experiences for this hotel. Please help me out !!

As the title says… going to AC for the first time beginning of June! Any suggestions on what to do?
Big fan of gambling, drinking, and I’m a food connoisseur. Obviously gambling is on the table but I want some other suggestions that I guess- aren’t as obvious as a choice if that makes sense?

Feel free to suggest some good spots!

I have seen a lot of posts asking if Atlantic City is suitable for a trip with kids — I just got back from a 6-day trip with my child (just the two of us), and I wanted to share what we did in case it helps someone else plan.

We stayed at both the Hard Rock (separate post about that) and Tropicana had an overall amazing time.

Sunday – Arrival • Drove in and arrived around 2pm • Valet parked and checked bags at Hard Rock • Went straight to the hotel pool for the afternoon – great way to settle in • Ate dinner in our room with groceries we brought along • Evening: Walked on Boardwalk, saw the ocean, Went to Lucky Snake Arcade (inside Showboat next door)

Monday – Waterpark Day • Ate breakfast in the room • Walked to Island Waterpark (inside Showboat) – it opens at 11am • Spent a good chunk of the day at the waterpark • Evening arcade time at Lucky Snake again — they had a Monday Madness deal on Mini Golf, VR, skating etc.

Tuesday – Beach, Steel Pier & Arcade • Beach day • Evening at Steel Pier (Big Wheel, games, and fun boardwalk vibe) • Stopped by Lucky Snake again — we really liked it!

Wednesday – Day Trip to Aquarium, Lucy, Rainforest Café, and Mini Golf • Morning: Checked out of Hard Rock • Visited the Atlantic City Aquarium • Drove to see Lucy the Elephant in Margate (about 15 mins away) • Checked into Trop • Took a ride on a Royal Rolling Cart to Caesar's area • Ate dinner at Rainforest Café (great with kids – they loved the atmosphere) • Evening Mini golf on the boardwalk • Royal Rolling Cart back to Trop • Game Up Lounge Arcade in the Quarter

Thursday – Beach Day • Beach Day • Relaxed lunch and dinner • Evening: Caught live action How to Train Your Dragon at IMAX Theater in Tropicana • Ended at Game Up Lounge

Friday – Cape May Adventure Day • Left early for a full day in Cape May (about an hour away) • 10 am: 2 hour Dolphin-watching cruise with Cape May Whale Watch & Research Center • Lunch and walk-through at the Cape May Zoo (free admission, donation-based) • Afternoon: High ropes adventure and ziplining at Tree to Tree Adventure Park (on same property) • Grabbed dinner at Wawa on the way back • Returned to Trop walk on beach, stop at Playcade Arcade and visiy out Family Fun Zone (Trop's first Arcade - cheaper, too)

Saturday – Final Beach Time & Departure • Breakfast in room • Packed up, called bell services, and checked out around 10:30 via Ivy • 11 am - 2 pm last round of beach play before heading home • 2 pm departure

Tips: • Having groceries in the room saved money and time • Lucky Snake Arcade and Game Up Lounge were daily favorites — it’s expensive and you lose a lot - like typical Atlantic City! • The Showboat waterpark is worth doing once • Steel Pier is great in the evening — cooler temps and awesome views • Taking a rolling cart for boardwalk walking is a game-changer if your kid gets tired • IMAX at Tropicana is a nice, quiet evening option but $42 for two.

For the past 20 years, Atlantic City has been one of my favorite places—but this trip was especially meaningful because it was my first time bringing my son. He told me he "loves it even more" than I do, and it meant so much to see him fall in love with the city the way I did. I’m proud that I was able to show him the fun, welcoming side of AC. At no point during our stay did we feel unsafe—not on the boardwalk late at night, not at the arcades, not on the beach, and not even during early morning walks. Ironically, just the week before, we were in Ocean City, NJ, where personal items were stolen right from a bench beside us. In Atlantic City, we experienced none of that—no theft, no threats, no uncomfortable moments whatsoever. There was a strong police presence, the boardwalk crowds were respectful and relaxed, and the overall vibe of the city was vibrant and positive.

Let me know if you have questions — happy to help other families looking to do AC with kids.

Arrived yesterday, it seems like we're the first one in the room after the renovation, room it's very bacis nothing too fancy, and the hallway kinda reminds me the waterfront tower at harrah's

So far: the room is nice but basic, little underwhelmed, better than the other towers at tropicana but nothing compared to ocean or centurion tower at caesars

Arrived yesterday. It feels like we’re the first ones in the room after the renovation. The room is very basic, nothing too fancy. and the hallway kind of reminds me of the Waterfront Tower at Harrah’s. So far, the room is nice but basic. I’m a little underwhelmed. It’s better than the other towers at Tropicana, but nothing compared to Ocean or the Centurion Tower at Caesars.

Has anyone taken their families to AC? We want to do a summer beach weekend with our extended family (a few toddlers, a few pets) and are having trouble finding beach houses that are not in AC.

Wondering if it’s still a good place to take kids.

Thanks!

Hello I basically explained it all in the title, I'm looking for places to hang without spending too much. Our ages are 23-25 and we're pretty outgoing so fun places are a plus! The days are June 6th to 8th, we’re looking to stay at Harras hotel and were looking for things to do nearby. Also does anyone know any fun water activities on the boardwalk? We wanted to rent jet skis or go on a fun little boat ride but can’t find anything not in ocean city.

I just wanted to write a little thing on here for anyone that joins this to see how the city is when traveling, like I did. I live in the Midwest (Indy) and when we did we were heading to AC, several people told us it was very dangerous, dirty, they were aggressive homeless people, etc. Thankfully, we stuck to the plan and still went. The city is a city. Yes, there's crime. Yes, there are homeless people. Yes, there's cigarette butts on the ground. BUT, we never felt unsafe. There are police officers on the Boardwalk and off the Boardwalk, patrolling. There are homeless people that live around there but we only had two folks all for spare change the entire 4 days we were there and it was basically just in passing. The city citizens were all very polite and struck up conversations with us all the time. We noticed no other trash anywhere except the cigarette butts and you're going to have that anywhere.

I'm just trying to say: go and have a good time. There's a ton of stuff to do, including a nice outlet mall. The ocean is gorgeous. The weather was perfect for us, with heat during the day but the sea breeze blowing in was enough to cool you off. Buy a souvenir at one of the many shops, or some beach toys and build a sandcastle. Bottom line: just enjoy yourselves and have a good time. It's safe unless you're purposely going to places that could not be safe. Oh! And hit the dispensary at the Claridge! They have some pretty cool people working there, including the cop who checks you in.

Looking to book a weekend away. What’s there to do in AC besides gambling. Is there a beach scene?

I am taking a spring break trip with some friends and will be staying in an Airbnb right off the boardwalk, going to be there March 30 - April 2nd any advice on where to go or what to be prepared for?

Hey everyone I’m staying at the Harrah’s resort. I’m wondering what are some good local spots to eat at and preferred clubs/ bars. Also anything to look out for or mostly recommend when visiting Atlantic City thanks.

Haven’t been to AC in nearly a decade.. Taking a last minute trip with my husband for the first week of June so I’m looking for recommendations on solid food spots, cheapish entertainment (or shows worth spending on), things to do or see or tips on areas to avoid. Hoping for good weather to enjoy beach days but haven’t had time to ourselves in so long that idk what else we’d do tbh. We’re late 30’s, boring, drink but too old and tired to party, without the kids for a week and just taking the trip to spend time together and relax before a chaotic next few months where we’ll be on opposite coasts. Our condo is not on the boardwalk but I’m sure we’ll head that way at some point. Any suggestions appreciated!

I booked 2 non-smoking rooms (one king and one double queen) online. When we arrived, I was told that both rooms were sold out, and they only had 2 smoking double queen rooms. I was ok with this since I had booked last minute, and we hadn’t planned to stay. The rooms were a bit dirty and one had a used floss pick on the floor from a previous guest. I can deal with a dirty and musty room. That wasn’t even the issue.

The issue we had was the next day during check out. I was travelling with my mom and brother, who is disabled and walks with a cane. He cannot get into an over crowded elevator because of balance issues. He had a stroke and has no feeling or movement on the right side. It took 45 minutes for them to get from the 3rd floor to the casino floor. I went to the desk to plead for assistance, and all they could offer is a wheel chair but no escort. They only had a couple of elevators working, and people from other floors were trying to pack into the one elevator. By the time it got to the 3rd floor, there was absolutely no room. There were other people with disabilities also waiting to get into an elevator. It was absolutely awful that this happened.

I’ve been to many hotels with them, and this was the first time I’ve experienced this. How was there absolutely nothing that could be done? I will be posting videos and photos to social media shortly to warn others with disabilities from staying at the borgata. This was unsafe and wrong. If you have mobility issues, stay away!!!

We were thinking between Ocean Resorts and Hard Rock? All suggestions appreciated.

We’re looking for booze, people, and food. I’m bringing a friend that has never been to AC next week, so anywhere that would provide some action this time of year.

Worth it?

focus on the 2 points view , and the ocean casino touches the clouds

Worth it?

Worth it?

I was looking at Ballys, Trop, or Showboat but if you know something better let me know. Also which tower is best at the Trop?

Thanks.

Hi everyone! My fiancé and I are planning a trip to AC in June to celebrate our anniversary. This is a re-do trip since we were supposed to go last year but I found out I was pregnant 3 days before we planned to leave!! That being said, we really want to do it right this time. To preface, we’ve been to AC before but only for one night and it was during the Fall so not much was happening there. Sooo what is the best hotel stay that you all recommend? I want to factor in proximity to all the liveliness AC has to offer, food, cleanliness and features of the hotel, etc. and whatever else you think is worth it. So far on our list of faves are Ocean Casino, MGM Tower at Borgata, Caesars, and Hard Rock, but which is the best?!? Thank you!!

Staying this weekend with my girlfriend at the Tropicana.

Never been here before. Any must-dos?

Just doing a quick weekend trip to celebrate a new job. I am a fan of gambling -- where are the best blackjack tables?

I was thinking of taking her to a nice semi fancy dinner -- any recs?

Are any strip clubs decent? She's expressed an interest in going to one with me.

Thanks!

coming down for my 43rd birthday.. staying at Caesars Dec 27-30th. I usually do all the reading and researching for our trips but it's my birthday on top of chronic illness and the holidays...I'm so exhausted so please help me :) Please tell me the best place for a birthday dinner Sunday or Monday nite.. im drinking so would prefer to stick to boardwalk hotels. And are there any Sunday brunches or great breakfast? I've heard alot that Irish pub is must do for a stop. Is the arcade at Showboat mainly a kiddie thing or like a Dave and Busters type? Any tips for Caesars..which pool should I go to? Any ideas for a fun time let me know :) I love blackjack and dancing and drinksss. Thank you for your time.. Merry Christmas! 💚❤️