The Boardwalk

Oceanfront boardwalk · Atlantic City, New Jersey

Illustration of The Boardwalk

Overview

The Atlantic City Boardwalk runs for miles along the beach, lined with casinos, shops, piers and restaurants.

History

The boardwalk was built in 1870, the first in the country. Its streets inspired the names on the Monopoly board.

Today

The boardwalk is busiest in summer, with steady demand for casino, retail and patrol security.

Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.