Visit The Friendliest Town In New Jersey The Next Time You Need A Pick-Me-Up
By Raymond Goldfield|Published April 15, 2022
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Raymond Goldfield
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Raymond Goldfield is a life-long New Jersey resident and an avid traveler and foodie who can be usually found on the Jersey Shore during the offseason or checking out the latest seasonal flavors at The Bent Spoon in Princeton. He has been working for Only In Your State for since early 2022, where he writes for New Jersey and Iowa and edits the Mid-Atlantic region. He can also be found writing about pop culture for GeekDad. When at home, he enjoys reading comic books and is part of The Rabbitt Stew podcast team. While New Jersey is his home base, he travels regularly and has visited Virginia, Florida, Maine, Minnesota, and Canada as well as all of NJ's border states. Ultimate travel goal? Visit all the best buffets in the United States.
When summer rolls around, there’s no better place in New Jersey than the Jersey Shore. And for the ultimate beach experience, there’s no better place than Point Pleasant Beach. Combining an exciting boardwalk full of attractions with an authentic small-town atmosphere, it’s not just a vacation spot – it’s the friendliest town in New Jersey.
As soon as you arrive in Point Pleasant Beach, the tree-lined streets welcome you back to a simpler time.
If you walk forward from the small train station, you'll find a bustling downtown with stores and restaurants - and a seasonal trolley to take you to the beach.
But you're only a brisk 10-minute walk from the beach, and along the way you'll pass the unique Fisherman's Memorial - a throwback to the town's past as a fishing community.
The must-see attraction is definitely Jenkinson's Aquarium, an acclaimed wildlife rescue center featuring sharks, seals, and educational programs for the kids.
If one member of your party wants sushi, another wants fried shrimp, and another wants pizza, Martell's has you covered and features both indoor and outdoor seating.
As the sun sets over Point Pleasant Beach, pay a visit to the nearby Shrimp Box Restaurant for the city's best view. It's not hard to see why this little town became one of New Jersey's most popular summer destinations.
Have you been to Point Pleasant Beach, or are you planning a trip this summer? Let us know all about your plans and favorite spots in the comments section. The town and boardwalk will have many exciting events coming up this summer, so make sure to drop by the official town website and the Jenkinson’s Facebook page so you don’t miss a single one.
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