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1. Asbury Park Boardwalk ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Activities
Asbury Park Boardwalk
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2. Paramount Theatre and Convention Hall ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Entertainment
Paramount Theatre and Convention Hall
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3. Parlor Gallery

Category: Museums & Culture

4. Asbury Park Distilling Company

Category: Activities
Asbury Park Distilling Company
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5. Moonstruck

6. Confections of a RockStar

7. Booskerdoo Coffee and Bakery

Category: Food & Drink

8. Hot Sand

9. WHITEPOINT Gallery and Studio

Category: Museums & Culture
WHITEPOINT Gallery and Studio
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10. Para-normal Tower Books and Curiosities

Category: Shopping
Para-normal Tower Books and Curiosities
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11. Asbury Park Brewery

Category: Activities

12. Silverball Retro Arcade

Silverball Retro Arcade
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13. The Stephen Crane House

Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Hugging the Atlantic coastline of New Jersey, the pleasant seaside town of Asbury Park is a popular beach vacation destination.
  • As far back as 1871, when the Asbury Park Boardwalk and Pier were built, visitors came from all over the state to enjoy the modern facilities, including the famous Paramount Theatre entertainment hub.
  • Today, visitors can enjoy long days on the beach before strolling along the boardwalk to explore the many restaurants, cafes, and boutique stores.

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