Just a 20-minute drive from the resort, the iconic Absecon Lighthouse is not only one of the country’s oldest lighthouses; it’s also the tallest lighthouse in all of New Jersey. For just a small fee, visitors can climb the 228 steps to see breathtaking vistas of the Atlantic City Skyline and view the original first-order Fresnel Lens, first lit in 1857. Recently, the lighthouse underwent a multi-million-dollar restoration which expanded the grounds of the property and added multiple amenities. One of the most exciting additions is a stunning replica of the 1925 Lightkeeper’s dwelling, including a museum that exhibits the lighthouse and keeper’s history, shipwrecks, ocean life, and much more! Besides the climbing fee, all other attractions and parking are complimentary and dog-friendly. The lighthouse holds many monthly events, such as a murder mysteries, nighttime climbs, haunted lighthouse tours, and—happening now through August—free yoga every Thursday at 6PM. With all there is to do and see at Absecon Lighthouse, it’s sure to make the top of your list on your next visit to Atlantic City.
