Asbury Park
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Asbury Park is a popular resort and residential town on the Jersey Shore in the state of New Jersey in the United States. The town has historically been a haven for the LGBTQ+ community and as a popular place for live music fans, made famous in the 1970s by musicians such as Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band, Bon Jovi, and Southside Johnny. The community is an inclusive town, mixed with both blue-collar local workers and white-collar New York City commuters. Asbury Park was founded as a Christian retreat in the 1800s by a man named James A. Bradley. It remained one of the most popular family resorts in the United States until 1970, when race riots burned down much of the downtown area.
What to Experience in Asbury Park
Taste of Asbury Park...
The main tourist areas are much safer than the outskirts.
Festivals & Events
Experience the vibrant festivals and cultural celebrations of Asbury Park.
The main tourist areas are much safer than the outskirts.
Essential Information
Getting There
Multiple OptionsBy car: Parkway to exit 102. Take Rt 66 / Asbury Avenue into Asbury Park. Follow Asbury Avenue directly to the beach. By Train: From New York City, take the North Jersey Coast Line directly to Asbury Park Train Station. By Bus: NJ Transit offers bus service to Asbury Park from Philadelphia, Freehold, Long Branch, Red Bank, and Point Pleasant. See schedule for more information. Travel time from Philadelphia is approximately 1 hr 15 min. Getting around in Asbury Park is easy by foot or by bike. Bikes can be rented at the boardwalk at hourly or daily rates. A car is not necessary for visiting Asbury Park. Most of the downtown parking spots cost up to $2/hour depending on the day of the week and season. During the summer months there are three lots near the beach that have an attendant - pay them the rate $5 or $10 to avoid feeding the meter. Off season these lots are usual free, so avoid the spaces. Taxi service is also available at the train station and by calling ahead....
Getting Around & Staying
Getting Around
Getting around in Asbury Park is easy by foot or by bike. Bikes can be rented at the boardwalk at hourly or daily rates. A car is not necessary for visiting Asbury Park. Most of the downtown parking spots cost up to $2/hour depending on the day of the week and season. During the summer months there are three lots near the beach that have an attendant - pay them the rate $5 or $10 to avoid feeding the meter. Off season these lots are usual free, so avoid the spaces. Taxi service is also available at the train station and by calling ahead. Circuit shuttle cars are available during the summer. Visiting art galleries, going to the beach, shopping, dining and more can all be done on foot and are within close proximity to each other. The downtown shopping district offers antiques, beach accessories, cafes, art galleries and more. The first Saturday of the month is celebrated with local discounts, events, and other promotions.
Where to Stay
The main tourist areas are much safer than the outskirts.
Money & Budget
The main tourist areas are much safer than the outskirts.
Safety Information
Safety Overview
The main tourist areas are much safer than the outskirts.
Nearby Destinations
Glimpses of Asbury Park
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The inside of the casino at Asbury Park.
Fishing from the beach at sunrise.
Sunrise
A black and white photo of a beach
Taking a photo as the wave crashes. You can leave a thank you gift via Paypal if you like. Enjoy!
the sun is setting over the ocean on the beach
Silhouetted figures walk through the iconic pavilion of Asbury Park, NJ, their reflections captured on the wet surface, creating a dramatic and cinematic scene.
people sitting on bench under brown wooden roof during daytime
Birds in the Trap Sing McKnight
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The inside of the casino at Asbury Park.
Fishing from the beach at sunrise.