Long Branch, New Jersey - A Visitors Guide
Long Branch is a popular destination for fun, relaxation, recreation, restaurants, and boutique shopping. The focal point of activity is Pier Village, an upscale, trendy community along the beach front that encompasses the boardwalk, boutique shops, restaurants, and multistory luxury residences overlooking the ocean.
During weekends and evenings, and especially during the summer, the large variety of outstanding restaurants and lively nightlife attracts a crowd of young professionals.
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During its heyday in the 19th century, it was a resort town that for the "Who's Who" of society. it was a place where some of the top theatrical performers gathered to entertain well healed visitors. It was also a destination for presidents of the United States and was visited by seven presidents. The Church of the Presidents, on 1260 Ocean Avenue, was renamed to commemorate that place where all seven presidents worshiped.
In the 1920's, Long Branch began a decline as a popular summer destination, and by the 1950s, Long Branch became just another town along the Jersey shore.
With the completion of Pier Village, a Victorian mixed-use community in 2005, Long Branch has enjoyed a rebirth as an upscale, popular Jersey shore destination for day trips or weekend getaways.
Many people from New York City now travel or take up residence to enjoy the many amenities. Long Branch is about an hour away by train from New York City via New Jersey Transit trains on the North Jersey Coast Line spur.
Things To Do
Seven Presidents Oceanfront Park
A popular summer beach destination for swimming, sunning, and surfing. There are many amenities that include a snack bar, sheltered eating areas, a volleyball area, and outdoor showers with changing areas. There are designated areas for surfing.
OceanFest
Celebrated July 4th each year, its one of the largest summer celebrations on the Jersey shore. its held on the ocean-front promenade and includes many family attractions including music, food, and crafts, and ending with a sensational fireworks display.
The New Jersey Marathon Festival
Held in May each year, The New Jersey Marathon Festival is a popular family event highlighted by the Marathon, Half Marathon, Marathon Relays, with additional Saturday kids and family Events.
Places to Stay
Bungalow Hotel
50 Laird Street
732 229 3700
info@bungalowhotel.net
A boutique luxury lifestyle hotel located in Pier Village
Cedars & Beaches B&B
247 Cedar Avenue
800-323-5655
webmaster@long-branch.net
elegant Victorian mansion is four blocks to Ocean Avenue and Long Branch beaches, three blocks to Monmouth University and a mile to Pier Village.
Ocean Court by the Sea
170 Ocean Ave.
732-728-1505
A Motel located across the street from the beach on Ocean Avenue with easy access to the beach and the boardwalk, and Pier Village.
Ocean Place Resort and Spa
1 Ocean Boulevard
An oceanfront resort, located on the beach,
offers a wide variety of recreational amenities
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