Steel Pier Tours and Activities

Steel Pier showing rides
Steel Pier
Steel Pier
Steel Pier
Steel Pier


This historicamusement park sits on one of Atlantic City’s most iconic piers and hasprovided family entertainment since 1898.

Thecombination of traditional carnival activities and food with a lively, friendlyatmosphere makes Steel Pier a destination for people of all ages to enjoy. Formore than 100 years, this oceanfront amusement park has been entertaining thepeople of Atlantic City and these days, it’s as popular as ever. Steel Pier isalmost always busy, and you will have no trouble finding something to do, fromriding the Ferris wheel to watching street performers. 

Stroll along the1,000-foot (305-metre) long pier to embrace the Atlantic City festivalatmosphere. There is a century of history to discover at Steel Pier. Learnabout the Miss America pageants that were staged here and see the site of thefamous Diving Horses. 

Ride thedouble-decker carousel, which is excellent for families with young children.Take a trip to the top of the Ferris wheel for fantastic views along theboardwalk. For those seeking more of an adrenaline rush, try The Rocket. Thisride has been voted the most extreme ride in New Jersey for six consecutiveyears. You will travel at over 100 miles (160 kilometres) per hour as you shootthrough the sky.

Traditional carnivalfood is available along the pier, with fairy floss, hot dogs and American-stylefast food widely available. Have a drink at the end of the pier in the SteelPier beer garden. This venue provides an excellent opportunity to unwind andenjoy the picturesque views across the Atlantic Ocean away from the busyboardwalk.

SteelPier is located in the centre of Atlantic City Boardwalk, just minutes from thecenter of downtown. It’s easily reached on foot from many of the city’s hotels.The pier is also serviced by bus and there’s metered street parking nearby. Thepier is open daily and there is no fee to enter however, you pay for mostrides and attractions.

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