Steel Pier in Atlantic City

Steel Pier extends 1,000 feet into the Atlantic by the Atlantic City Boardwalk and is home to the city's oldest theme park. Begun in 1898, Steel Pier has been called the “Showplace of the Nation,” “An Amusement City at Sea,” and “A Holiday in Itself,” having hosted an array of concerts and exhibits over the decades. Acts such as Rex the Wonder Dog, the High Diving Horse, the Human Cannonball, Frank Sinatra, Al Jolson, and Diana Ross and the Supremes brought varying entertainment and appeal to the venue in its earlier years.

Over the years, Steel Pier has changed ownership several times and survived a destructive fire. It's been seen in films, referenced in music, and was the setting for a Broadway musical of the same name. Today, it mainly functions as an amusement park that operates many family-friendly rides and hosts events, including live music in its Music Hall Theatre and Marine Ballroom.

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What are the highlights of Steel Pier in Atlantic City?

The diverse rides at Steel Pier include kiddie rides like Beach Buggies, a merry-go-round, the Sugar-Sugar teacups, the animal-themed Mighty Stampede, and more. Older kids will enjoy the Rock and Roll, Crazy Mouse and Locomotion coasters, a demolition derby-style attraction, and the Monster Plunge, which takes riders to the top of the tower before releasing them in an adrenaline-filled vertical drop.

The Ferris wheel, of course, is a favourite, offering ocean views in the day and views of the city lights at night, all from within climate-controlled gondolas. For daredevils, the park offers a thrilling Catapult attraction that propels riders 225 ft into the air at over 100 mph. Helicopter rides are also available here, with tours covering the city or the shoreline and with daytime and nighttime flights. The kiddie rides and coasters accept entry tickets, while the Ferris wheel, Catapult, and helicopter tours require direct payment.

Where to eat and drink at Steel Pier in Atlantic City?

At Steel Pier Pub's AC Axe & Pub, you can try your hand at axe-throwing, and the pub also features live music and broad menu offerings such as cocktails, beers, pizza, hot dogs, funnel cakes, and ice cream. The pub has several options for access, including Jitney buses, tram service, car, foot, or even swimming to it. The Ocean Reef Oasis offers similar foods as well as spots to rest directly over the ocean.

For a more casual atmosphere, the Wheel Bar on the Wheel Deck offers a place to enjoy a leisurely drink or photograph the sunset. Along the boardwalk near Steel Pier are many other places that offer a variety of both classic and unusual flavours, such as BBQ funnel cake.

What else is good to know about Steel Pier in Atlantic City?

The Atlantic City Boardwalk Tram Service is the easiest way to get to the amusement park. The average time to visit Steel Pier is about 2 to 3 hours, so it’s best to plan for that long or longer for your stay.

Steel Pier is just across from the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. Other nearby attractions include Storybook Land and Land of Make Believe, amusement parks made primarily for parents and their children, Six Flags Great Adventure, which includes many roller coasters and a water park, and Gillian’s Wonderland Pier, another family-friendly amusement park that includes a large Ferris wheel. Also in the area are Playground Pier, which features a luxury mall with speciality restaurants, and Adventure Aquarium, where you'll find education as well as entertainment with marine life.

Dirección: 1000 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ 08401, USA

Teléfono: +1 609-345-4893

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