Absecon Lighthouse

Absecon Lighthouse Welcome to New Jersey's tallest lighthouse and the country's third tallest lighthouse. ACTIVE DUTY MILITARY CLIMB FREE EVERY DAY.
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Take an amazing journey into time and above it all as you ascend the 228 steps of the Absecon Lighthouse, one of the oldest lighthouses in the country. You'll see breathtaking views of the Atlantic City skyline and up top you'll come face-to-face with the original first-order Fresnel Lens, first lit in 1857. The lighthouse's recent multi-million dollar restoration also includes a stunning replica

of the Lightkeeper's dwelling, an educational museum, charming gift shop, Fresnel Lens exhibit in the original Oil House and expansive grounds. Admission to climb the lighthouse tower is $10.00 for adults, $9.00 for seniors (65+), $6.00 for children (4-12.)

Such a beautiful evening! Thanks to the Linwood Fiddle Club for an amazing performance! 🥂
08/27/2026

Such a beautiful evening! Thanks to the Linwood Fiddle Club for an amazing performance! 🥂

08/26/2026

Thanks so much for visiting the Absecon Lighthouse!! 🥰

TONIGHT! Join us for a beautiful evening of live music on the Absecon Lighthouse lawn! 😎 BYOB & your own seating arrange...
08/26/2026

TONIGHT! Join us for a beautiful evening of live music on the Absecon Lighthouse lawn!
😎 BYOB & your own seating arrangements
🎶 Concert starts at 6pm
🫶 Event is free but donations are always appreciated!

08/26/2026
08/25/2026
08/25/2026
08/25/2026

What a view! Thanks for sharing your climb! 👏

08/24/2026
👉 This Wednesday! Join us at the Absecon Lighthouse for a beautiful evening concert!
08/23/2026

👉 This Wednesday! Join us at the Absecon Lighthouse for a beautiful evening concert!

🌞 Summer fun continues at the Absecon Lighthouse!
🎶 Join us for a FREE Sunset Fiddle Concert on Wednesday, August 26 from 6-7pm!
🌅 Enjoy our spacious 2 acre lawn with your own picnic set up & listen to the amazing talents of the local Fiddle Club of Linwood.

Check out our website for more info: AbseconLighthouse.org
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Address

31 S Rhode Island Avenue
Atlantic City, NJ
08401

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 4pm
Thursday 11am - 4pm
Friday 11am - 4pm
Saturday 11am - 4pm
Sunday 11am - 4pm

Telephone

+16094491360

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