Bay bathing, suitable for small children, can be found at 77th Street in the borough. Shopping and places to eat are concentrated along Long Beach Boulevard. Every Wednesday starting July 7 through Aug. 16, there would be a free concert at the park. Sunset Park is on the bay and visitors can walk to the beach. Restrooms and showers are available at the park.
Surfers can also launch their gears from the park.
People over age 65 and children under age 12 are admitted to the beach free. Badges can be purchased at borough hall, Ninth Street and Long Beach Boulevard, or from badge checkers. The area attracts vacationers from throughout the region and is particularly popular with families. Seasonal visitors make up the bulk of the summer tourist cache, but day-trippers and weekenders also visit the beaches. There is a bay bathing beach near 15th Street and Barnegat Avenue.