The Boardwalk
America's first boardwalk — historic entertainment strip
Best time
May-September (beach season), year-round for casino visits
Currency
USD
Language
English
Mid-range / day
USD 120
Is Atlantic City safe for Black travelers?
Atlantic City scores 3.0/5 (Mixed) on the ROAM BLK safety index for Black travelers. Atlantic City has significant economic challenges and elevated crime rates. Stay on the Boardwalk and casino areas. The Kentucky Avenue historic district is safe to visit during the day. The Atlantic Ocean beaches are free and accessible.
Community welcome
3/5
Police climate
3/5
Discrimination risk
3/5
Black-owned presence
3/5
Why this score: Historic Black entertainment hub; Kentucky Ave legacy; declining
Neighborhoods to Know
Chelsea / Inlet
African American community neighborhoods
Kentucky Avenue Historic District
Once the Black entertainment strip — Club Harlem, Northside hotels for Black performers
Must-Visit Places
African American Heritage Museum of Southern New Jersey
Documents the rich African American history of the South Jersey/Atlantic City region
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Kentucky Avenue historic area
Walk where Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong, and Ray Charles performed for Black audiences
Atlantic City, New Jersey
Atlantic City Casinos
Borgata, Hard Rock, Caesars — major entertainment destinations
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Atlantic City Beach
Free public beach with views of the Boardwalk — popular with Black travelers in summer
Atlantic City, New Jersey
Revel Beach / Resorts Beach
Multiple beach access points along the Boardwalk
Atlantic City, New Jersey
Visa
No visa required for US citizens
Frequently asked questions
Is Atlantic City safe for Black travelers?
Atlantic City scores 3.0 out of 5 (Mixed) on the ROAM BLK safety index for Black travelers. Atlantic City has significant economic challenges and elevated crime rates. Stay on the Boardwalk and casino areas. The Kentucky Avenue historic district is safe to visit during the day. The Atlantic Ocean beaches are free and accessible.
Which neighborhoods in Atlantic City are good for Black travelers?
The Boardwalk, Chelsea / Inlet, Kentucky Avenue Historic District. America's first boardwalk — historic entertainment strip
Are there Black-owned businesses in Atlantic City?
Black-owned presence in Atlantic City is moderate. ROAM BLK maps Black-owned businesses in the app, added by the community.
When is the best time to visit Atlantic City?
May-September (beach season), year-round for casino visits
How much does a day in Atlantic City cost?
Budget: USD 60 · Mid-range: USD 120 · Luxury: USD 250 per day, per ROAM BLK estimates.
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