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Wildwood Travel Guide: 196 reviews and 209 photos

The Boardwalk

Wildwood can be summed up in a few words-- party haven, tourist trap and cheesy fun.

When I was a kid, during the school year I couldn't wait for summer break, because it meant I would get to spend a week or two "down the shore" and spend some time at Wildwood. It's a young person's paradise. There's tons of shopping, rides, games, sun and fun.

As I'm getting older, I don't enjoy Wildwood as much as I used to. I am deterred by how crowded and expensive it is, all the tourist junk for sale and roller coasters just don't seem as fun as they used to. (Oh, and since I'm married, guy watching isn't on the top of my list anymore.) ;-)

Wildwood is full of beautiful people looking for other beautiful people to hook up with and party. If that's what you're looking for, Wildwood is the place for you.

Games everywhere!

Wildwood has been undergoing a face-lift for the past several years. There has been an effort to restore the old art-deco buildings, add new piers and better roller coasters, and make everything bigger and brighter. It seems like it's working because people are flocking back to the shore and the Boardwalk looks great!

Pros and Cons

Pros:Tons to do for kids, teenagers and the young at heart!
Cons:expensive, crowded, noisy
In a nutshell:Come's alive at night!!!

Last visit to Wildwood: Jun 2003
Intro Updated Jun 14, 2003
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Reviews (20)

The Sightseer Tram Car Transportation (2)

Once you've reached the Boardwalk, there is a funny little vehicle called a tram car. Because the Boardwalk is so long... more travel advice

The Sightseer Tram Car Transportation (2)

Once you've reached the Boardwalk, there is a funny little vehicle called a tram car. Because the Boardwalk is so long... more travel advice

Good quality sandals are a must! - Wildwood

Don't burn your feet. Warnings Or Dangers (3)

Crucial: Do not forget your beach footwear. I highly recommend bringing good quality sandals that fasten securely to the... more travel advice

Sweet cold treat Shopping (5)

Yummy version of water-ice that softer (my grandpa from Philly derogatorily calls is Yum-Yum.) It's very sweet, has tons... more travel advice

Comments (7)

mzjoe Sep 23, 2009 at 6:10 AM Report Abuse

These guys are scumbags that purchase from good faith vendors and then burn them at the end of the summer. But hey, the kids like them, so let's keep supporting them!
glabah Feb 10, 2009 at 7:11 AM Report Abuse

I had never heard of this little tram before.
icunme Apr 15, 2006 at 6:37 AM Report Abuse

Wow - a trip back in time here - shades of my youth - Steve Gibson & the Redcaps w/Damita Jo - grand highschool summer treks. Grazie, Ciao, Carol
keeweechic Jan 15, 2005 at 6:22 AM Report Abuse

A popular place it sems. Easy to be tempted by tourist 'junk' :-) Oh that fudge!!!... 'groan' Its a shame that things change from our childhood memories
VinTolucci Sep 2, 2004 at 5:16 PM Report Abuse

Dont forget to checkout Belmar when in Jersey. The beach is first rate.
feline01 Jun 23, 2003 at 12:40 PM Report Abuse

Our last trip to Wildwood was in February. Guess we missed alot ;-)). Maybe we'll try again in September when we won't get run over by that darn tram car and the hordes of visitors. Nice page.
richiecdisc Feb 8, 2003 at 9:49 PM Report Abuse

Looking forward to my last summer here in2003. Been around the world and Nuthin' like da wood. ;)