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Point Pleasant is a small borough in the New Jersey Shore region. This close-to-the-coast community is often confused with its coastal neighbor, Point Pleasant Beach.

[edit] Get in

[edit] By car

• From Northern New Jersey NJ - Travel South along the Garden State Parkway until Exit 98. Follow Rt. 34 South until it becomes Rt. 35 South and follow it over the bridge. Make a right at Arnold Avenue (3rd light).

[edit] By air

The closest large airports to Seaside Heights are:

• Newark Liberty International Airport --in Newark, NJ. This large transportation site helps thousands of people get to their desired destination with comfort and efficiency everyday. Restaurants and shops are spread throughout the airport to provide a quick way to pass the time while waiting to board or waiting for an incoming flight. Tel: +1 973 961-6000 Fax: +1 973 961-6259

• Atlantic City International Airport--in Atlantic City, NJ. This airport is small and is usually is usually used by those within the Atlantic County area. It provides main airlines such as Spirit Airlines, and Delta Connection COMAIR flights daily, but is just used as a basic airport. Tel: +1 609 645-7895

[edit] By taxi

There are a number of taxi services within Point Pleasant. Fares vary depending on the service:

• Briggs Transportation Service- 508 Washington Ave, Point Pleasant, NJ +1 732 892-0465.

• All City Taxi-Point Pleasant, NJ, +1 732 892-5600.

• Point Pleasant Cab-Point Pleasant, NJ, +1 733 892-1313.

[edit][add listing] See

• Point Pleasant Museum of Boating-Johnson Brothers Boat Works, Building 12, Point Pleasant, NJ- Open 7 days a week 10am-4pm- admission is free and visitors can explore and learn about the history of boating in New Jersey as they encounter various maritime artifacts. The museum is soon to be moving to Brick, NJ.

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[edit][add listing] Do

• Beach - Spending a day on the beach is always a fantastic idea in Point Pleasant, where there is only a minimal fee to enjoy the beach. Life guards are working on the beaches from 9am to 5pm everyday. The entrance to the beach can be found directly across from the Dunes Motel on Ocean Avenue.

• Surfing - During the off hours, surfers gather at "The Pocket" area at the inlet. The only area to find surfers during open hours would be at the public access. Nearby Manasquan offers surfers a chance to find waves. Because of the inlet formation, it is recommended to give this area a try.

• Swimming - Private pay beaches offer individual lifeguard towers which are spread out throughout the beach. Surfers or visitors can find surf conditions marked by flags flying. Swimming at the public beach area is "At your own risk".

• Point Pleasant Boardwalk - The most popular place to be on the weekends is at the boardwalk. All along the southern stretch of the boardwalk you can find arcades, wheels of chance, games of skill, food, rides and gift shops. At the north end you can visit Jenkinson's Aquarium and stop at the fun house right near the middle. You can also relax and have a few drinks at Martell's Tiki Bar and Jenkinson's Nightclub here.

• Scuba Diving - Different places to enjoy scuba diving would be The Railroad Bridge and the Manasquan Inlet.

• Marinas- There are many different marinas for a visitor who enjoys boating and fishing to choose from. The premiere fishing grounds are easily accessible right from town. Some choices are: Ken's Landing, Brielle Marine Basin, Canyon River Club Marina, Clark's Landing Marina, Forsberg's Boat Works, Garden State Marina, Hoffman's Marina, Johnson Brothers Boat Works, Southside Marina.

Gyms and Spas-These businesses are available to those who are local residents or just visitors. It is suggested as a visitor to call ahead to the business and make prior arrangements. A few local gyms and spas are: Beach Pilates & Massage, East Meets West Spa, Gold's Gym, Health Matters Foods & Vitamin, Hoffman, Chiropractic & Wellness, Meridian Life Center, Pampered Soul, Point Fitness & Health, Inc., Sea Coast Chiropractor.

[edit] Events

Weekly Events in June, July, and August:

• Sundays: Worship on the Beach, sponsored by Central United Methodist Church. This takes place at 7:30am at beachfront between Forman & Ocean Avenue.
• Mondays: Children's Beach Shows. This takes place at 7:00pm at South Beach.
• Tuesdays: Wristband Day. This takes place during 12:00pm to 6pm at the Amusement Park.
• Wednesdays: Festival of the Atlantic Orchestra of St. Peter by the Sea. Conductor: Father Alphonse Stephenson. This takes place at 7:30pm at Inlet Beach.
• Thursdays: Fireworks in July and August After Dark (Starts June 26) at the Boardwalk.
• Fridays: Wristband Night. This takes place during 5:00pm to 11:00pm at the Amusement Park.

Annual Scheduled Events

• Easter Egg Hunt: April 5th at the Boardwalk starting at 1:00pm.
• Easter Parade: April 12th at the Boardwalk starting at 1:00pm.
• Mother's Day at the Jenkinson's Aquarium: May 10th.
• Jazz and Blues Fest: June 20th at the Municipal Parking Lot from 12:00pm to 9:00 pm.

Annual Festival of the Sea

• September 18th from 10:00am to 7:00pm. This is one event in Point Pleasant that shouldn't be missed as it has been celebrated annually since 1975. This Seafood festival is held downtown on both Arnold and Bay Avenues. Local restaurants and vendors provide a variety of seafood such as crab cakes, shrimp skewers, paella, soups and bisques, lobster. There are also many other food options if a visitor doesn't like seafood. There are also many craft vendors featuring handmade items.

[edit][add listing] Buy

Point Pleasant offers many antique shops for those who are looking for a rare find.

Antique Shops

• The Clock & Antiques Shop-726a Arnold Avenue Pt. Pleasant, NJ
• The Company Store Antiques and Gifts-Corner of Bay & Trenton Ave. Pt. Pleasant, NJ
• Wildflower Antiques-1225 Bay Avenue Pt. Pleasant, NJ
• Shore Antique Center-300 Rte. 35 Pt. Pleasant, NJ
• Jessica's Antiques-622 Bay Avenue Pt. Pleasant, NJ
• Avenue Antiques and Gifts-638 Arnold Avenue Pt. Pleasant, NJ
• Antique Emporium- Located at the corner of Bay & Trenton Ave

There are also many boutiques and general stores for the convenience of visitors:

• Bloomin Ideas
• Book Bin
• Bordens Stationary & Gifts
• CVS
• Foodtown Supermarket
• House of Paints
• Kit Cats Corner
• Kitchen Magic
• Liquor Chain
• Lola's Boutique
• Malouf Jewlers
• O'Briens Florist
• Point Beach Interiors
• Sweets on the Beach
• The Swim Gallery

[edit][add listing] Eat

There are many fantastic places to eat in Point Pleasant such as:

• Red's Lobster Pot Restaurant[1]-57 Inlet Drive, Pt Pleasant Beach, (732) 295-6622
• Beach Cafe-300 Broadway, Point Pleasant Beach,(732) 899-8966
• Capt'n Ed's Place[2]-1001 Arnold Avenue, Pt Pleasant Boro, (732) 892-4121
• Europa South[3]-521 Arnold Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach, (732) 295-1500
• Ferrara's Ristorante & Catering-518 Arnold Avenue, Pt Pleasant Beach, (732) 899-3900
• Jack Bakers Lobster Shanty[4]-83 Channel Drive, Pt Pleasant Beach, (732) 899-6700
• Martell's Sea Breeze[5]
• Shrimp Box[6]-75 Inlet Drive Pt Pleasant Beach, (732) 899-1637
• Spano's[7]-1207 Curtis Avenue Pt Pleasant Boro, (732) 701-0992
• Tesauro's Restaurant-401 Broadway Point Pleasant Beach, (732) 892-2090

[edit][add listing] Drink

• Off Shore Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge:-255 Ocean Avenue Point Pleasant Beach, (732) 892-2848
• Frankie's Bar and Grill:[8]-414 Richmond Avenue Pt Pleasant Beach, (732) 892-6000
• The Ark Pub and Eatery:[9]-401 Sea Ave / Route 35 Point Pleasant Beach, 732-295-1122
• Jenk's Night Club:[10]-300 Boardwalk Pt Pleasant Beach, (732) 899-0569

[edit] Stay

• Amethyst Beach Motel, 202 ARNOLD AVE POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ 08742. Phone Number: (732) 899-3600. No pets allowed, check in 2:00PM, checkout 11:00AM, Visa/MasterCard, American Express & Discover Card accepted.
• Atlantic Motel, 215 BROADWAY POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ 08742. Phone Number: (732) 899-7711. Check in 2:00pm, check out 11:00am, no pets allowed, must be 21 years or older to rent. [11]
• Broadway Court Motel, 304 BROADWAY POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ 08742. Phone Number: (732) 892-0850. [12]
• Budget Inn & Suites, 1909 HIGHWAY 35 WALL, NJ 07719. Phone Number: (732) 449-6146.[13]
• Cove Point Motel, 1609 BAY AVE POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ 08742. Phone Number: (732) 892-1208.[14]
• Driftwood Motel, 1414 OCEAN AVE POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ 08742. Phone Number: (732) 892-3519.[15]
• Dunes Hotel, 1601 OCEAN AVE POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ 08742. Phone Number: (732) 903-7777. [16]
• Mariner's Cove Motor Inn, 50 BROADWAY POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ 08742. Phone Number: (732) 899-0060. [17]
• Pelican Point Motel,210 ARNOLD AVE POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ 08742. Phone Number: (732) 899-2394.[18]
• Quality Inn,620 OCEAN ROAD POINT PLEASANT, NJ 08742. Phone Number: (732) 899-3776. [19]
• Shore Point Motel,205 BROADWAY POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ 08742. Phone Number: (732) 892-7075.[20]
• Surfside Motel,101 BROADWAY POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ 08742. Phone Number: (732) 899-1109. [21]
• The King & I Guest House, 104 NEW YORK AVE POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ 08742. Phone Number: (732) 714-9939.[22]
• Village Motel, 2035 HIGHWAY 35 SOUTH WALL, NJ 07719. Phone Number: (732) 449-3676. [23]
• White Sands Oceanfront Resort1205 OCEAN AVE POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ 08742. Phone Number: (732) 899-3370.[24]
• Ye Olde Carriage House , 309 ARNOLD AVE POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ 08742. Phone Number: (732) 892-6609. [25]

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