You can always find fun things to do in Atlantic City without spending a penny gambling. Atlantic City has been a popular oceanside destination since 1860. Get your exercise walking, hiking and playing in the water. When hunger hits you will find many healthful choices in one of the major hotels or you can drive several miles into the city.
Beaches
The beaches in Atlantic City are well cared-for and groomed for an enjoyable day of activity by the water. The coast extends 3 1/2 miles in Atlantic City. The beaches offer a gradual slope as you enter the water, with a sandbar creating calm waters for you to enjoy your swimming experience. Relax on the warm sand, walk the beach or build a sandcastle. If you feel ambitious you can rent a surf board or kayak.
FIshing
If deep-sea fishing is your choice for spending the day, there are many charters for half-day and full-day excursions. You can enjoy being out in the fresh air even if you come back empty-handed. All boats leave from the Atlantic City Fishing Center on Maryland Avenue, just a few miles from the boardwalk. You can also cast your line from the shore on the jetty or one of the inlets where blackfish and sea bass are waiting to be caught.
Boardwalk
The six-mile boardwalk, a popular attraction in Atlantic City, is lined with hotels, sport rental kiosks, food stands and souvenir shops. You can power-walk, stroll, ride a bike or skate the boardwalk for your daily exercise and get a dose of people-watching. The boardwalk encompasses museums, miniature golf, an ,art center and Boardwalk Hall where you can see live entertainment or enjoy a sporting event.
Pamper Yourself
Take a little time to pamper yourself while on vacation. Whether you opt for patronizing one of the major hotels on the boardwalk or heading into town, you will find many spas and salons offering a wide range of services. Have a therapeutic massage, body scrub, facial or even a mud bath as a nice way to end a day of outdoor activities.
Hotel Shopping and Dining
Atlantic City has many elaborate hotels along the boardwalk, and though gaming is their primary attraction you can enjoy perusing many boutiques, specialty shops and antique stores. After a long day of active pursuits you will be able to make some healthful eating choices from among the hotels' coffee shops, ethnic, gourmet or seafood eateries.
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