Seaside Heights, New Jersey Tourism & Town Guide

Explore Seaside Heights, one of New Jersey's best-known shore destinations, with ocean beaches, a major amusement-oriented boardwalk, arcades, water parks, nightlife, restaurants, clubs, bars, hotels, family attractions, beach badges, water sports, and seasonal events.

Seaside Heights is a major Ocean County resort community located between Ortley Beach and Seaside Park, with strong connections to Toms River, Lavallette, Island Beach State Park, and the surrounding northern Jersey Shore tourism corridor.

Major Tourism FocusOcean beaches
Amusement boardwalk
Arcades and water parks
Clubs, bars, and nightlife
Hotels, rentals, and restaurants
Water sports and family attractions

Seaside Heights Tourism Snapshot

Boardwalk & AmusementsSeaside Heights is known for its amusement-oriented boardwalk, arcades, mini golf, water park attractions, family entertainment, and classic Jersey Shore activity.
Beach DestinationOcean beaches, beach badges, summer visitors, boardwalk access, nearby lodging, and family beach trips make Seaside Heights a major seasonal destination.
Nightlife & DiningClubs, bars, restaurants, takeout food, boardwalk snacks, cafés, seafood, pizza, and nightlife support a wide visitor audience.
Water Sports & RecreationSurf shops, waverunners, kayaking, sailing, hydro bikes, fishing, bay activities, and waterfront outfitters strengthen the town's recreation appeal.

Explore Seaside Heights

Visiting Seaside HeightsPlan beach days, boardwalk trips, amusement visits, water park outings, arcade stops, dining, nightlife, and nearby shore-town excursions.
Living in Seaside HeightsResidents and seasonal homeowners have access to borough services, schools, parks, churches, clubs, ocean beaches, bayfront recreation, and regional schools.
Doing Business in Seaside HeightsBusinesses can reach beachgoers, boardwalk visitors, hotel guests, renters, nightlife crowds, families, day-trippers, and regional tourists.
Community ConnectionsThe guide includes government, schools, parks, clubs, places of worship, attractions, water sports, business, dining, real estate, jobs, classifieds, and lodging.

Seaside Heights Local Highlights

Boardwalk AttractionsBig Top Arcade, Casino Arcade & Pier, Coin Castle, Lucky Leo's, Lucky Arcade, Sonny's and Rickey's Arcade, The Game Room, and related attractions support the town's entertainment identity.
Breakwater Beach Water ParkJenkinson's Breakwater Beach Water Park is a major family attraction on Ocean Terrace.
Carousel & Mini GolfThe Dr. Floyd L. Moreland 1910 Dentzel/Looff Carousel and Wacky Golf at Casino Pier reflect the classic boardwalk experience.
Water SportsBarooo Surf, Pedals and Paddles Rentals, Seaside Waverunners, and The Dock Outfitters support surf, bay, boating, and water recreation.

Seaside Heights Page Sections

Use the links below to explore Seaside Heights businesses, restaurants, hotels, beach resources, attractions, real estate, classifieds, jobs, parks, schools, clubs, places of worship, and recreation.

Business & Shopping Food & Drink Real Estate Visiting & Lodging Classifieds Jobs

Town Guide Categories

GovernmentBorough Hall, beach badges, police, public works, recreation, and municipal services. EducationSeaside Heights Preschool, Hugh J. Boyd Jr. Elementary, and Central Regional schools. Arts & EntertainmentEntertainment categories, boardwalk attractions, nightlife, events, music, and visitor activity. ParksCarteret Avenue Ballfield, Hancock Avenue Park, Sheridan Avenue Park, and bayfront recreation. Places of WorshipOur Lady of Perpetual Help and faith resources. Clubs & OrganizationsAmerican Legion, Seaside Italian American Club, and local community organizations. Sports & LeisureBoardwalk amusements, arcades, mini golf, water sports, surf shops, rentals, and family attractions. Business & ShoppingBoardwalk businesses, shops, visitor services, attractions, rentals, and tourism services. Food & DrinkRestaurants, boardwalk food, pizza, bars, seafood, snacks, cafés, and shore dining. Real EstateVacation homes, rentals, agencies, shore properties, and housing resources. Visiting & LodgingHotels, motels, attractions, boardwalk visits, beach trips, and visitor resources. ClassifiedsCommunity listings, rentals, services, announcements, events, jobs, and local opportunities. JobsTourism jobs, food service, hospitality, boardwalk attractions, retail, and seasonal employment.

Seaside Heights Town Directory

Government

Borough of Seaside Heights
901 Boulevard
Seaside Heights, NJ 08751
732-793-9100

Departments

Beach Badges

Construction Official 732-793-9100 Ext. 120

Court Administrator 732-830-2202

Fire - 911
(Non-Emergency) 732-793-0445

First Aid - 911
(Non-Emergency)732-830-3236

Health Department 732-341-9700

Library -

Office of Emergency Management (OEM) 732-793-1800

Police - 911
(Non-emergency) 732-793-1800

Public Works 732-793-0313

Recreation

Senior Citizens 732-793-9100

Tax Collector's Office 732-793-9100

Tax Assessor 732-793-9103

Education

Board of Education

Central Regional School District
Forest Hills Parkway
Bayville, NJ 08721
732-269-1100

Seaside Heights Preschool
34 Dupont Avenue
Seaside Heights, NJ 08751
732-793-2332 ‎

Hugh J. Boyd, Jr. Elementary K-6
1200 Bay Boulevard
Seaside Heights, NJ 08751
732-793-8485

Central Regional Middle School 7-8
509 Forest Hills Parkway
Bayville, NJ 08721
732-269-1100

Central Regional High School 9-12
509 Forest Hills Parkway
Bayville, NJ 08721
732-269-1100

Arts & Entertainment

Dance

Cooking

Music

Theaters

Clubs and Organizations

Historic Places

Historical Society


Parks


Places of Worship

Sports & Leisure

Amusement


Bowling

Diving Instruction

Golf

Water Sports

Nearby Shore Towns

Ortley Beach Seaside Park Toms River Lavallette Ocean Beach Berkeley Township Island Beach State Park Point Pleasant Beach

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