Must-See Attractions in New Jersey South Shore

Located in the New Jersey’s southern area, New Jersey South Shore remains as one of the popular attraction in the east coast. Although there is no precise geographical boundary between North Jersey Shore and New Jersey South Shore this means there are more places for visitors to enjoy whenever visiting the place. 

As a thriving place, the New Jersey State Department of Tourism listed New Jersey South Shore as one of the six tourism regions in the state. New Jersey South Shore coastlines rest along the Atlantic Ocean and Delaware Bay while it's inland area is still part of the New Jersey Pine Barrens. Many considered New Jersey South Shore as a land of fun and charm. Spreading almost 30 miles of pure sandy beaches, New Jersey South Shore offers a lot of fun recreational activities like fishing and all sorts of water sports. 

With its amazing boardwalks, amusement parks, famous restaurants, great breweries, and a historic village, New Jersey South Shore is indeed a world class eco-tourism on its own. Travel in its southernmost part, one can find the Cape May, considered as a National Historic Landmark in the country, visitors can shop along its cobblestone streets and into the Victorian-era buildings and houses. There are about 600 Victorian styled buildings to see and anyone can dine in their top gourmet restaurants. As touristy as it may sound, here are some of the places that are hard to miss, as these are part of the whole New Jersey South Shore experience. 

Lucy the Elephant 

Let Lucy the Elephant greet you on your first day while touring a whole lot of New Jersey South Shore. This 6-story (yes you guessed it) elephant-shaped building dates back in 1881 and still considered as a waterfront landmark in the area. They offer tours and views from inside out of this quirky shaped building. Indulge yourself in a whole day of fun exploring ‘Lucy’ while shopping for some souvenir from their gift shop. They have plenty of parking spaces, so you can just pull over in this largest ‘road-side attraction in the country. 

Atlantic City Boardwalk 

Never miss the most iconic oceanfront in New Jersey, Atlantic City Boardwalk dates back from the 1870s but have a lot of shops and restaurants to choose from. You can just stroll leisurely the boardwalk and just enjoy the sights while appreciating its historical value. Go ahead and indulge yourself with some hot dog, a slice of their homemade pizza or just a couple scoops of ice cream. The ocean views are amazing and it’s worth your time to visit this place. 

Jenkinson's Boardwalk 

Another must-see attraction in New Jersey South Shore, Jenkinson's Boardwalk is known for its family-friendly rides, mini-golf courses, and arcade. If you have kids in tow, this is the place to take them, let them enjoy a variety of rides to choose from. Don’t be scared if you get depleted, there are tons of food choices along Jenkinson's Boardwalk. Locals would often recommend that you stay the whole day exploring the place so you and your kids can have a wonderful time together.