Long Beach Island

Barnegat Lighthouse State Park

Climb the famous lighthouse at the northern tip of LBI! There is also an Interpretive center to learn about the history of the lighthouse.

8AM-4PM·Park: free, lighthouse: $3 adults, $1 children

Bay Village

Built in 1965, Bay Village is meant to look like a 19th-century village. It has several shops, restaurants, and the famous Country Kettle Fudge and Crust and Crumb Bakery.

Beach Haven Watersports

Parasailing & Waverunners

You can rent watercraft ranging from pontoon boats to jet skis. The staff can be occasionally unhelpful though.

9AM-6PM daily

Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge (Holgate Unit)

Visit the LBI part of the Refuge to see nature with minimal human interference. This area is designated as a wilderness area, which means no wheeled vehicles of any kind. There's a parking lot at the end of Long Beach Boulevard with a bathroom.

Free

Fantasy Island Amusement Park

Fantasy Island is a place for rides, games, arcades, food and ice cream. Fantasy Island is a more family orientated place so the rides aren't exactly "extreme thrillers". The amusement park offers rides such as a merry-go-round, bumper cars, the "Sea Dragon", tea cups, drop tower, and more. Although Fantasy Island is a fun and entertaining place, they do not offer large roller coasters.

Admission, entertainment: free; rides: 75¢/token, 3-5 tokens/ride; arcade: games vary, but use quarters

Long Beach Island Historical Museum

Explore the history of the Jersey Shore, with a focus on LBI. The museum has an extensive postcard collection to look at and many artifacts. Most notable is the exhibit featuring the SS Morro Castle disaster. You can also try out a real ship engine telegraph!

Jul Aug 10AM-4PM daily; Jun Sep Sat-Sun; appt for 4 or more only off-season·$3 donation

ScoJo's Eatery

In a house-turned-restaurant, Scojo’s is possibly the most popular breakfast spot north of the Causeway, offering all the traditional breakfast fare ranging from eggs and omelets to pancakes, waffles, and French toast, though not recommended for the claustrophobics in the crowd. Reservations are not taken and waits tend to be over an hour on weekends. Indoor seating only. Scojo's is known for its delicious breakfast meals but they also serve a great lunch and dinner course. Once again, this restaurant is usually packed so they do offer a considerably quick take-out option to their costumers.

Thu-Mon 8AM-3PM·$5-12

Thundering Surf Water Park

A fun family water park that consists of many wet attractions. Thundering Surf includes eight giant water-slides, the "Cowabunga Beach" which is a kids play area, a giant water bucket, "Flowrider Double" which is a wave surfing stimulator and a lazy river. Thundering Surf also has mini-golf which customers find to be a great family activity.

Summer 9:30AM to 6PM·$24-26; $10 for seniors

Uncle Will's

The only thing more famous than Uncle Will’s food is its around-the-block lines. Uncle Will’s serves traditional breakfast fare, and is particularly famous for its Daily Specials, especially the daily pancakes and French toast variations. Muffins and cinnamon buns made on the premises. Say “Hello!” to the giant ceramic pigs seating at some tables – the pig theme is abundant throughout the entire restaurant. Try to count them all! Parking on the boulevard gets full fast, so park up by the beach and walk down for a bite to eat. Reservations are not taken and Uncle Wills possibly as the longest waits on the island, so go early and spend time in the neighboring bookstore while you wait – the hostess will come find you in Atlantic Books!

April–October: Mon-Fri 8:30AM-1PM; Sat Sun 8:30AM-1PM, 5-8PM·$5-17

A Little Bite of Italy Deli

A local Italian deli that serves pizza, baked goods, soups and salads.

Open all year round

B&B Department Store

B&B Department Store sells a wide variety of items. The store is mostly known for selling low priced yet stylish women's clothing but they also offer a selection of men's and children's clothing. B&B also sells Long Beach Island souvenirs and beach supplies. There are several locations of the B&B Department store on the island. They are usually crowded because the B&B chain is extremely popular.

Bay Village Pizza

Boasting “the biggest slices in town,” Bay Village Pizza really does serve up slices bigger than your head. The pizza has been voted best on the Island three years running by the local newspapers and the fresh-cut, seasoned French fries are a big hit, too. Bay Village Pizza offers take-out. Outdoor seating only, place orders at the counter. Parking is tough because it's in Bay Village – so park, shop, and then grab a bite.

Apr-Oct: Mon-Thu noon-11PM, Fri-Sun noon-midnight·$3-6

Bistro 14

Upstairs in Bay Village (the restaurant gets its name from the fourteen steps customers voyage up). The spacious restaurant has tons of windows and an outdoor balcony, all which offer great views of Bay Village and the water park. People watchers love sitting outside at Bistro 14. Burgers, salads, and seafood baskets complete with French fries and big hits. Complete raw bar, reasonably priced. The bistro is best for lunch, but also open for dinner and offers indoor and outdoor seating. Park in the Bay Village parking lots.

Apr-Oct: daily noon-11PM·$10-22

Boathouse Restaurant

Overlooking the bay, the Boathouse offers a large menu with a wide selection of surf and turf options. The wait tends to be long on the weekends, so weekdays are a better bet. Reservations are taken, which makes this restaurant a great options for large parties.

Jun-Aug: daily 5PM-11:30PM·$18-42

Broadway Pizza

French fries, burgers, hotdogs, pizza and other grilled goodies.

May-Sep: daily 11AM-midnight·$2-6

Country Kettle Chowda

Manhattan and New England style chowder (pronounced “chowda”), served in a sourdough bread bowl or not is the only thing on the menu, besides the daily soup option. Minimal outdoor seating is offered, among the shops in the Village.

May-Oct: daily noon-10PM·$3-5

Daddy O's

Largest bar on the island. Stylish and casual, upscale so the prices are higher.

open year round

Farias Surf & Sport

Faria's offers many different rentals besides bikes, such as surfboards and other beach equipment.

Gateway

Local bar, karaoke, Weird Al Yankovic impersonator comes on occasion

Hand's Department Store

Sells all sorts of goods like an old-fashioned general store. Everything from clothing, souvenirs, some foods, tools, beach supplies, and more. Think of Wal-Mart, but smaller and more expensive. Hand's has pretty much everything you will need while on LBI.

Howard’s

Howard’s overlooks a marina and serves an array of seafood dishes in an up-scale setting. Business casual attire is best; great service. To avoid the crowds, try showing up closer to 5PM; the restaurant does not take reservations.

May-Sep: daily 5-11PM·$19-45

Inlet Deli

Steps outside of Barnegat Light State Park, Inlet Deli offers casual deli fare and is very popular with locals and tourists alike. Inlet Deli has larger facilities than most other casual dining options and is air conditioned in the summer months. If you're on the far north end of the island, there is no better place to stop for lunch. If you're planning a day on the water, order a few sandwiches to pack in the cooler for later in the day.

May-Aug: daily 5:30AM-6PM·$4-11

Island Sun Jewelers

Island Sun sells mainly clothing, but also jewelry, souvenirs, postcards, beach supplies, and even hermit crabs.

Joe Pop's Shore Bar & Restaurant

Local bands every night, dance floor, pool tables, air hockey, shuffle board, darts, and video games.

Joey’s Pizza

Notice Joey’s clever signs that change weekly while driving the boulevard – it’s nearly impossible to miss, as most traffic slows to read and have a laugh. Casual atmosphere with classic Italian favorites: Appetizers, pastas, and pizza. Enjoy watching the pizza slide through their unique oven on the conveyer belt. Avoid this joint after it has rained – its nicknamed “Joey’s Underwater Pizza” because the corner floods like not other place on the island after rain. Of course, the restaurant will still be open, so if you don’t mind wet feet, head on over! Joey’s also provides take-out, which is the more popular option.

Apr-Sep: Mon-Fri noon-10:30PM, Sat Sun noon-11PM·$12-18

Nardi's

Has a pink drunk bus that picks up and drops off. Local & live bands.

Oasis Grill

Serving up typical grill fare, Oasis is famous for their burgers. Indoor and outdoor seating; order at the counter.

May-Sep: Mon-Sat noon-9PM·$6-14

Roberto’s Dolce Vita

Authentic Italian food accompanied by great service. Business casual attire appropriate; reservations are not taken. Weekdays are best to avoid the crowds. Parking can be tough – parking on a side street near by is recommended. BYO.

May-Sep: Mon-Fri 5PM-10PM; Sat Sun 5-11PM·$21-43

Ron Jon Surf Shop

The famous Ron Jon Surf Shop started in LBI, but only maintains one store here. Nonetheless, this huge store is full of surfing and other ocean equipment to ensure you have a great time at the beach. Ron Jon Surf Shop also includes laid back surf apparel for men, women and children. The prices are reasonable and the brand is popularly known on the island. The Ron Jon company not only sponsors professional surfers but also many events for causes on the island.

Daily 8AM-11PM

Sea Shell Club & Restaurant

Drinks are served all day. There are 2 entrances; one is right off the beach or the main entrance. Shoes are optional. Live bands play throughout the day, drinks are served at the tiki bar, drinks can be taken to the pool, or drinks can be brought to the beach. At night the bar is outside and inside. The inside has a dance floor. Thursday nights are 'Thunder Thursdays' $1 shots and $1 Coors Lights.