Atlantic City, sometimes referred to by its initials A.C., is a Jersey Shore seaside resort city in Atlantic County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey. Atlantic City comprises the second half of the Atlantic City- Hammonton metropolitan statistical area, which encompasses those cities and all of Atlantic County for statistical purposes.

America’s Favorite Playground - Where You Are Always Welcome! Since his February ‘State of the City’ address, City of Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small, Sr. has said he wants to make this year’s City-organized Winter Wonderland Parade the “biggest parade in Atlantic City since Ms. America.”

Looking for fun things to do in NJ? Atlantic City is the center of entertainment and always has an impressive lineup of year-round (and often free) events and festivals to keep you coming back time and time again.

Ranking of the top 12 things to do in Atlantic City. Travelers favorites include #1 Atlantic City Beach, #2 Atlantic City Boardwalk and more.

Atlantic City is a seaside city with America's oldest boardwalk, celebrity-chef restaurants, sumptuous spas, cultural attractions and more. Enjoy luxury accommodations, outlet shopping, championship golf and easy access from Philadelphia and New York City.

From its rich history and diverse attractions to its stunning oceanfront views and vibrant entertainment options, the Atlantic City Boardwalk is a true gem on the East Coast. The groundbreaking boardwalk, crafted initially to safeguard beachfront hotels from sand, debuted in 1870.

Experience top accommodations, 24-hour entertainment, 48 blocks of food, historic attractions, and unique Atlantic City experiences, shopping, and access to our world-famous Boardwalk and pristine free beaches.

The Atlantic City, New Jersey beaches are famous, and rightly so. Everything you could possibly want is right here within walking distance, from shops to five-star restaurants to casinos, attractions and great shows -- all benefits of being one of the few American beaches with boardwalks.