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whskid2005 t1_jduzlr8 wrote

It’s not somewhere I would leave the kids unsupervised

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Top_Ad5385 t1_jdv6h6l wrote

Agree. No way. Do not leave them unsupervised.

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agent_ailibis t1_jdvhu1b wrote

Why? Seriously asking.

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Top_Ad5385 t1_jdvjx77 wrote

Because it's AC and it doesn't yet have a tradition of being kid-friendly.

What it DOES have a tradition of is scumbags. Drunks, ass-grabbers, perverts, slimeballs, sketchy dudes, and scallywags.

I'm sure every POS on the East Coast will make a beeline for "lucky snake arcade."

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iberian_prince t1_jdvmi2v wrote

My sister both lives and works in Atlantic city casinos and clubs and the amount of times ive heard of either her getting her ass grabbed or someone getting knocked out for something makes me wish that shit hole would get swallowed by the atlantic

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19374729 t1_jdvl4n0 wrote

I mean, longer scope historically it started as a tradition of fam friendly lol

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Top_Ad5385 t1_jdvn6w8 wrote

I'll definitely tell my 13 year old to tell the drunk guy sidling up to her that factoid.

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whskid2005 t1_jdvl0ge wrote

Teens are easy targets. Unfortunately, it’s a fact that AC is high crime (as are most tourist areas). The difference between AC and somewhere like point pleasant is that AC caters to adults. And with that comes higher risks. It’s not a family friendly destination.

AC also is a low income area which again tends towards being riskier.

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Top_Ad5385 t1_jdvlyop wrote

Places like Wildwood, Point Pleasant, Ocean City, Seaside make their money from families feeling safe. They will identify a creep or scumbag and toss his ass out rapidly.

I'm not sure AC has enough experienced anti-scumbag detection infrastructure yet.

Like 1 out of 5 people is already a scallywag in AC. People go to AC to drink, gamble, and be a scallywag.

I'm not letting my kids run around alone there.

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agent_ailibis t1_jdvsdpr wrote

The kids are 14, not 9. I think a few hours during the day walking up and down the boardwalk and shopping is probably okay. Plus, free beaches make the cost for families more affordable. Lots to do there besides gamble and drink.

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Rainbowrobb t1_jdw781z wrote

If this was Asbury park? Sure I guess. I lived in Newark for 8 years and still work there. I would not let my teenage children walk around AC alone for hours.

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cresthillmike t1_jdxa68m wrote

There are a lot of tattoo parlors, and I don’t think people check IDs….. just saying

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nicehuman16 t1_jdwce2a wrote

Lots of shady people and addicts begging for money.

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CaptainGibbs96 t1_jdx3rhn wrote

Put it this way. I played a show with my band a few years ago right off the boardwalk. Guy got stabbed and died next door, and one of my band mates got approached by two different prostitutes.

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SquirrelEnthusiast t1_jdutekk wrote

No, like others said before every other beach would be better.

Ocean City, Wildwood, point pleasant, all better than AC.

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garbageeater OP t1_jduut3g wrote

I get they’re better, but does AC have those things in a good enough quality / amount for a 2-3 hour field trip?

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TimSPC t1_jduv5pc wrote

For that amount of time, yes. It has all those things, plus food, at Steel Pier.

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catymogo t1_jdw8ks8 wrote

Yeah they're not leaving these kids all day, it's a couple hours. Steel Pier is fine for that. There's an entire college dorm on the AC boardwalk now- while the reputation isn't entirely unearned it's not nearly as bad as it used to be.

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sheerglitz t1_jdv43xf wrote

Yes - look up Lucky Snake Arcade. They have gokarts indoors and a full former casino-floor full arcade games & pinball machines. I think there is also a Sugar Factory at Ceasars. There is more than enough for them to for a few hours.

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TheRacoonist t1_jdw4mnd wrote

No parent with a clue is going to sign a permission slip to let their tween wander around AC.

That's nuts

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catymogo t1_jdw788e wrote

Tweens are like 8-12, 14 year olds are at least in high school. Steel pier probably a decent idea for them.

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TheRacoonist t1_jdw8d11 wrote

No parent is letting their 14 year old wander around ac unsupervised

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namestyler2 t1_jdwh2ck wrote

you understand that real people live in Atlantic City right? and a lot of them are kids? and they are allowed to go outside?

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TheRacoonist t1_jdwv2dm wrote

Real people live in vans down by the river, doesn't make it a good idea for a field trip

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namestyler2 t1_jdwvmfr wrote

would you say "no parent lets their kid play by the river unsupervised" ?

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catymogo t1_jdw9unl wrote

I see kids that age at Steel Pier all the time fwiw. I wouldn't let them wander off the pier but for a couple hours it should be fine. Up the boardwalk is a different story.

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MyVCRbroke t1_jdv6g43 wrote

Showboat has a bunch of kid friendly things to do.

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navy5 t1_jdwbzyu wrote

Idk why you’re getting down voted, 2-3 hours isn’t that long. Look up family friendly things to do in AC. A lot of mommy bloggers write up things to do and you can find one that your kids will be interested in

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Holdmypipe t1_jduxxz6 wrote

Yes, nothing wrong with AC.

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Holdmypipe t1_jdx14d4 wrote

Bunch a fucking AC haters in here. Fuck off, there’s a lot for the kids to do there.

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kittyglitther t1_jdutujf wrote

Ocean City.

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soltk t1_jdvbi5i wrote

Second this. Multiple large arcades, mini golf courses, and an amusement park at the end of the walk.

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_KeepThePUNgoing_ t1_jdxcfxg wrote

Most definitely OC or WW. Even downtown Stone Harbor is very nice and fun for teens (maybe more for adults). AC is downright dangerous for unescorted minors. My teens love both OC and WW.

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UnguentSlather t1_jduv6r5 wrote

This subreddit is notoriously anti-AC, so you are not going to get the positive answer you seek. Maybe do some googling and see how that pans out.

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GooseNYC t1_jdux1sa wrote

I don't consider myself anti-AC, but it's a poor, run-down, crime and drug-infested area.

The boardwalk reflects this.

I have only had a few Atlantic County cases, but I have a friend who does PI and criminal and has an office there. It's rife with criminals, on the street and even in the city government. The mayor got into a fist fight with someone at a casino recently.

Ocean City, either NJ or MD, is the place to go.

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i-have-n0-idea t1_jduzdct wrote

So we went to AC this past summer. Walked the boardwalk with kids, both teens. They had some things to do, rides, candy shop, etc. would I leave my teens to roam the board walk while I went to a casino. Definitely not. Numerous drunk/ high individuals roaming the board walk. One or two where visibly agitated and punching walls. This was around 11-2 am so I only imagine the evening would be worse.

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coreynj2461 t1_jdv5eh1 wrote

Is the Bader field area safe?

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fkadrdra t1_jdxdd0x wrote

Relatively, but there's not much to do there unless there's an event. The university is near there though.

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Jake_FromStateFarm27 t1_jdvgfgt wrote

Not anti-AC in fact I love it! However it really isn't everyone's cup of tea and most definitely isn't the beat optiona for families with young children, there are far better options. Teenagers may be able to survive the torture of it, but you might as well just go to seaside at that point.

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garbageeater OP t1_jduvl7z wrote

I did and it seems fine but the hostile reaction to the idea last time had me second guessing. Obviously firsthand experiences are best so I’m curious but it’s interesting to hear there’s a bias here

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Top_Ad5385 t1_jduw7nc wrote

Apparently Showboat got rid of its casino and now has a brand new child-frjendly arcade and go kart track called Lucky Snake Arcade.

However I'd keep a very tight eye on your kids in any kind of Atlantic City arcade.

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sheerglitz t1_jdv5bi0 wrote

I have a home in Brigantine - we have taken our 6year old to the boardwalk multiple times as a family. it is especially nice in the spring. Would I choose Steel Pier over Wildwood? No. Would I let my teen wander alone while I sat at a slot machine? Hell no. But there is still plenty to do. Showboat and Oceans are most kid-friendly areas. I would suggest going mid-morning and wouldn't let them venture off alone - AC still has sketchy people

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i-have-n0-idea t1_jduzoqd wrote

I think if you stay with your kids you should be fine. I would not let them roam unattended. There are some shady individuals on the boardwalk.

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SquirrelEnthusiast t1_jdv59aw wrote

There's just much nicer places than AC and we want to make sure you get the best experience!!

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Cell-Based-Meat t1_jdw78qf wrote

Can you blame it though? It’s not a great place. Someone gets shot there pretty much every week.

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Sudovoodoo80 t1_jdwv8q7 wrote

Helicopter parents out in force.

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Top_Ad5385 t1_jdx3c5a wrote

I don't know if it is helicopter parents as much as "getting sexually harassed or assaulted as a kid or teen sucks."

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Sudovoodoo80 t1_jdx597t wrote

Please. As a teenager I had free roam of the world. Kids never going to learn to fend for themselves if you never let them fend for themselves. A group of teenagers on the AC boardwalk are in no danger. Stop watching so much "news".

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Veruca_Manson t1_jdzgu1y wrote

So you'd be fine letting your kids run amuck in 1970s NYC? Or how about exploring outside designated safe areas in Mexico today? There's a difference between "toughing up the kids" and gross negligence. Even the most trustworthy kids... not safe at all unsupervised in AC.

AC is NOT a place for kids. Period. I get sketched out as a grown adult female. Especially at night. Especially after Covid, where there are long stretches of boardwalk without a safe haven to run into for several blocks.

My parents forced me to go to AC one year as a teen for summer vacation. I nearly died from boredom and parental anxiety/fear. But that was better than some of the possible alternatives.

Having been a victim of sexual abuse and harassment, I wouldn't wish that on my worst enemy, nervermind a human being I was actually responsible for.

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Sudovoodoo80 t1_je0ia3a wrote

The op asked for opinions. I gave mine. Don't like it? Don't follow it. It's none of my business if you want to raise kids that can't deal with the world.

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Veruca_Manson t1_je0rnf8 wrote

I gave mine as well. Only fair. I hope you don't or never will have daughters. Or at least have daughters with a partner who understands the world better than you.

It's one thing to be ignorant. It's another to have wisdom and ignore that wisdom.

Would you wipe your ass then eat with the same hand? Someone from 500 years ago might. Someone from today? No way in hell.

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Sudovoodoo80 t1_je189o2 wrote

You going to go with your daughters to college? Or teach them now how to avoid trouble? Sheltered kids don't suddenly get street wise, it's something they learn. But hey, that's what choice is all about, your mine and theirs. Good luck out there in the big scary world.

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Veruca_Manson t1_je1edib wrote

Difference is college is for college aged kids. AC is for adults, not teenagers. Next you tell me it's cool to send a 4 year old to boot camp. Can't wait.

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Sudovoodoo80 t1_je1gu5s wrote

When they get to college they are literally teenagers. Usually 18. We're done here.

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Veruca_Manson t1_je1ia3s wrote

Lol not really. But you're obviously out of ammo. Guess ignorance was the case here.

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specialgravity t1_jdv6rq8 wrote

I stayed at Showboat and it was sketch. Do NOT let your kids wander around there alone.

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SailingSpark t1_jdvb8y4 wrote

How long ago?

[From Wikipedia]

On December 13, 2014, Richard Stockton College (later Stockton University) purchased the Showboat for $18 million, with plans to develop a full-service residential campus awarding undergraduate and graduate degrees and other professional training programs.[11][12] The plan was derailed by legal issues, and Stockton sold the property to Philadelphia developer Bart Blatstein for $23 million in January 2016.

Blatstein announced in June 2016 that the Showboat would reopen the following month as a non-gaming hotel. The "new" Showboat Atlantic City Hotel opened July 8, accepting reservations and welcoming guests. The new hotel features only one restaurant, bar and coffee shop. The former casino space and House of Blues areas were closed off and decorated with images of Atlantic City on makeshift walls. The casino floor space was subsequently used for various conventions and events.

In February 2018, Blatstein took a preliminary step toward applying for a casino license for the property. Blatstein said "There is over a billion dollars worth of investment in that part of the town that should not be ignored," referring to the reopening of two shuttered casinos next to the Showboat, the Ocean Resort Casino and Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. Later that year, Blatstein also announced plans to convert 264 of the Showboat's hotel rooms into apartments. In early 2019, Bart Blatstein was approved to apply for a casino license. Blatstein planned to build a new casino in the lot in between Showboat and Ocean Casino Resort. Due to a deed restriction placed on Showboat by Caesars Entertainment, the building may not be used as a casino, so building a new building was a way around it. The new casino was expected to break ground in 2020. However, in December 2020, the New Jersey Casino Reinvestment Development Authority approved Blatstein's request for financial assistance to turn the space originally intended for a casino into a $100 million indoor water park. Blatstein also sought to have the park designated as an entertainment retail district project, allowing the park to qualify for up to $2.5 million in annual sales tax breaks for 20 years.

In May 2021, Showboat opened the Lucky Snake Arcade and Sports Bar took over most of the empty casino floor space, giving Showboat a permanent non-casino attraction. It is New Jersey's largest arcade with over 100 games and attractions such as video games, bowling, skee-ball and other games. The area also features a sports bar with large screens and a full-size boxing ring.

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specialgravity t1_jdvc6ao wrote

The arcade version. It’s gross and sketchy. AC is not really safe. I wouldn’t trust my kids running around that arcade. It’s not seaside or wildwood.

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Top_Ad5385 t1_jdvi5aa wrote

I might walk around with my kids in that new arcade .... MAYBE.

But HELL NO would I let them walk around alone even as teens.

Every shady slimey scummy sleazy or worse guy on the planet is going to be wandering around in there, and probably while drunk.

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K_Nasty109 t1_jdv0kx0 wrote

Yes.

You can easily amuse teens for a few hours in AC. There are arcades, rides, a boardwalk, candy stores…. Showboat has indoor activities for kids/teens. Sugar factory in Hardrock (I think it’s hard rock).

Not sure of what time of year you are going but I would double check that everything is open before going. This time of year can be hit or miss depending on weather.

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Woodbutcher31 t1_jdv64m3 wrote

Not unattended, for sure! I’d bring at least 2 adults for a group of six. There are way too many predators and opportunities for trouble. We have several 14yo nieces who could pass for 20 in a heartbeat. If you plan on giving them any amount of free rein I’d consider somewhere less adult oriented.

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Top_Ad5385 t1_jdvkcvt wrote

I would actually say that in 2023, Seaside Heights is a great place for teens.

Swarming with cops, and squeaky clean, but still garish and "edgy" enough for a teen and her friends to enjoy walking the boardwalk with an ice cream. Lots of families in addition to teens.

Whereas God knows what lurks in the "new arcades for gaming!" in AC.

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turtyurt t1_jdv7h84 wrote

Yes but as others have said, definitely don’t leave them unattended.

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Creepy-Ad-5440 t1_jduz5lx wrote

Yeah, I think as long as they're supervised by an adult, there is plenty to get into.

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thebruns t1_jdvh1do wrote

This page is a great example of the demographics of this sub. An astonishing number of terrified basement Karens.

Aside from the pier and arcade, theres also the outlets which they may enjoy, its an easy walk from the Boardwalk

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Zaknoid t1_jdwlldi wrote

I can't imagine the reality these scared people go thru every day. Feel bad they can't live life because they are too scared.

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stripe609 t1_jdwvk0s wrote

As a 34-year-old, I know of about six people who were either sexually assaulted or raped in ac between the ages of 13 and 17. We used to go there. Two were males the rest female.. if you wonder slightly away from the boardwalk( about 100 ft), you see all beggars and junkies. Have an adult stay present. Maybe check out the lucky snake if you have to go to ac. Bad enough that they try to sell you legit drugs on the boardwalk and I’m not talking about just weed

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njcawfee t1_jdw0a7g wrote

Don’t leave those kids in AC alone. Take them to ocean city instead

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Cell-Based-Meat t1_jdw72mi wrote

Do not let kids run around on that boardwalk unsupervised. There’s stuff to do but other than the arcade it’s not very friendly family at all. Try ocean city. It’s the best/safest for families and kids.

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NurseJackie1969 t1_jduxtfq wrote

I think AC is great for 14 year Olds. Steel pier and the Showboat arcade are great.

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mr444guy t1_jdv95wu wrote

The city goes to great lengths to make the boardwalk area safe. Sure you might see some homeless people or drunks, but that happens everywhere. Atlantic City would be fun for a field trip, there is plenty to do. You could even get the kids to clean the beach. I did a field trip with my high school students to Sandy Hook a few years back, we cleaned the beach and had a great time. The park rangers helped us with garbage bags etc and had a short program for the kids. Maybe Atlantic City has something like that too.

The Steel Pier rides open April 8. Many of the boardwalk shops are already open now, especially on the weekends. The Showboat is now an arcade.

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amauryd4783 t1_jdy2k55 wrote

AC is probably the last place in NJ to take kids. Next to Camden.

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catymogo t1_jdw8501 wrote

Depends on the kids and how street smart they are. Are you from a city? Do they have a lot of independence typically? There's certainly enough to do on the boardwalk to kill 2-3 hours but if they're not used to seeing/handling panhandlers or being heads up while wandering around it's probably not the best choice.

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stripe609 t1_jdwwfrb wrote

Also, for the people that argue how nice it is that Atlantic City does not have to have a beach tag, how many people do you really think would buy the beach tag instead of going to nicer neighboring beaches

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No-Background1594 t1_jdxbufg wrote

This was back in 2018 I was 16 and men were cat calling me at the sugar factory would definitely not let teens walk alone

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ph33randloathing t1_jdyp6dk wrote

Only if you count fifth rate pizza, a mugging, and hep-c as entertainment.

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JAFO4hire t1_jdvjp1n wrote

How about that mall that time forgot on the Pier that was like 90% closed as of my last visit in 2021?? Yeah, it was literally like dawn of the dead in there. Was apparently abandoned pre-covid. Supposedly it was sold back to Ceasar’s. Talk about sketchy…….

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thebruns t1_jdwpoeh wrote

It's now 95% closed but they let you walk through the whole thing which is fun

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JAFO4hire t1_jdx4z27 wrote

Yeah, it was cool to walk thru. The candy store was still open back when I was there. However, I wouldn’t want my kids hitting that place unattended. Gotta be people lurking there with no place else to go.

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Zaknoid t1_jdwlajj wrote

My parents let me and my friends walk the boardwalk and mall during the day when we were teenagers and never had a problem. Some people just live with too much fear in their lives.

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mr444guy t1_jdwx1kq wrote

Today's media is based on instilling fear. They make more money that way. It's a problem. I've been going to Atlantic City since 1981 as teenager. Never had problems. And today is safer than ever.

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Tomorrowsworry1 t1_jdwuxkh wrote

Atlantic City boardwalk is no place for 14 year olds.

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Top_Ad5385 t1_jdx356v wrote

Go to Reddit's search bar, outside of this sub, just generally, and search "Atlantic City." After you're done throwing up, you will see what we mean.

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Top_Ad5385 t1_jdx401a wrote

I'd be less worried about them getting mugged and more worried about some POS grabbing at them drunkenly and scaring them.

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Rikcycle t1_jdx71us wrote

No…plain and simple

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BoardwalkKnitter t1_je1dsq0 wrote

I live in AC. We've made the news twice recently for a guy attacking a woman with a brick and a fatal shooting outside Johnny Rockets both in the boardwalk. Both perps were out of towners.

As long as you stay with the kids and are doing this during the day, you'll be fine. Also just to point out that ferris wheel at Steel Pier is something like 20 to 25 dollars per person, so plan accordingly.

I miss Tivoli Pier.

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19374729 t1_jdvlf7p wrote

Depends on the teens too if you trust them to have wits and street smart but you definitely can do this day time with rules in a defined radius, do not engage strangers. If all girls I would not probably unfortunately. can't speak for go karts

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rossdowdell t1_jdvmp16 wrote

Wildwood is way shady right now. Avoid.

AC has minigolf on the Boardwalk and the one pier is fun enough for kids.

As mentioned by others, Ocean City is your best play.

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Dull-Internet-6722 t1_jdvu0xc wrote

I believe the Showboat is opening or just opened a water park. Other than that, I would not let them go unsupervised because kids are kids. You may not openly see it and I have been to AC millions of times & never had a problem, but there is some riff raff on the Boardwalk. You can't be too careful these days especially with other people's kids & you are supposed to be supervising. There is one pier with rides near Resorts & the Hard Rock.

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thebruns t1_jdwpr1r wrote

Water park is set to open in may or June

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PlaneAsk7826 t1_jdw7usm wrote

As someone who was in a group of 14 to 16-year-olds when I went to AC (I was 16) I can 100% tell you, don't do it.

In the span of 30 minutes we were:

  • Propositioned by prostitutes
  • Offered weed
  • Handed cocaine (we gave it back)
  • Chased by a drunk
  • Harrassed by panhandlers (to the point that we had to run into a nearby shop)
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stripe609 t1_jdwtwzs wrote

Yes. However. Due to the nature of that area, I would not leave my kids alone there at 14. If you’re looking to drop the kids off, I would recommend Ocean City.

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CaptainGibbs96 t1_jdx2gvd wrote

You're better off going up to Seaside Heights amusement park if you want that kind of entertainment

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tduke65 t1_jdxo89v wrote

Not so great for kids… there’s a huge differwnce

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dsutari t1_jduz4tp wrote

Ocean city, head to Jillys Arcade on 12th and boardwalk - sealed and heated with skeeball for only 10 cents a game!

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NeverTrustATurtle t1_jdv7xzu wrote

I got into a lot of trouble as a 14 year old on the AC boardwalk. Good times. But maybe not what you’re thinking

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sassafrasAtree t1_jdvkbcl wrote

Yes, and no. Yes, there is one pier with rides in AC, but that is it. Wildwood has multiple piers, multiple waterparks, and probably the most options with the most rides. Ocean City is closer to AC, has two amusement parks, a watermark, multiple mini golf, and a myriad of boardwalk food options. OC is also pretty safe to let your teens run free. AC, is a bit iffy, and the town mostly caters to the gaming crowd. The problem with AC is the relative lack of people, it simply is not as crowded as it use to be. I would be leery of letting 14 year olds run free there.

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spicypickless t1_jdw81bn wrote

Noooo not at all tbh I always found it pretty limited like aside from the lack of safeness it has none of those fun things that I’m aware of. If wildwood is too far, I definitely think Point Pleasant (jenkinsons boardwalk) 100%

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ThatEcologist t1_jdwig6e wrote

No it is so crappy there. Go somewhere nicer and more “beachy” like Seaside or even LBI.

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AshySmoothie t1_jdwpzfx wrote

Is it day time? Are they trustworthy and generally aware of their surroundings? Will they be carrying huge wads of cash? How many in a group? 2-3 hours if fine imo.... this sub is the biggest bunch of pearl clutchers i've ever seen in my life. Atlantic City is a shithole , not a fuckin warzone..

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krazikat t1_jdwrrw6 wrote

Yes!! The largest arcade on the East Coast is now at the old Showboat. Awesome spot for kids... can easily spend 3 hours there.

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Mr60mins t1_jdwutdc wrote

Yes Atlantic City has in the showboat the biggest arcade for kids ! It call the lucky snake! Also it a strong police presence on the board walk . Several blocks away from the casino. It’s bad, but on the boardwalk it very safe.

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jazzsang t1_jdxaqw8 wrote

Point pleasant is better for kids. It is way more north as well

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J_lew95 t1_jdxeuo4 wrote

Yes actually! Showboat now has a huge arcade with claw machines, old and new school arcade games, prizes, and even an indoor go Kart track all in the same place. It's actually pretty fun, even as an adult.

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NoPicklesForYou t1_jdxha9t wrote

As long as these kids have common sense, they will be fine especially during the day. Yes AC is shady but not deadly. Tell them to stay together and be aware of their surroundings. They should be like this no matter where they are though. We all should be. Drop them off around Caesar's and they can walk down to Showboat which I heard from friends is great. As long as they stay on the boardwalk and stay away from the literal dark corners at night, they will be fine. The boardwalk is well lit at night and the cops make their prescence known.

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BonjourLeGeorge t1_jdxj1b2 wrote

It has plenty to do for 2-3 hours. I think it takes that long to walk up and down it. To stay on the safe side, always walk in the middle of the boardwalk, just watch the tram car!

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nahhhfamm_iMgood t1_jdzk5wb wrote

Y’all need to go to church if you so scared…. AC boardwalk is harmless during the day….

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Aromatic_Constant865 t1_jdzzcab wrote

Once the water park opens at Showboat you will have 2-3 hours of things to do.

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MarsaliRose t1_jdv8ezz wrote

Yes but don’t do it lol

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CMount t1_jdv9rw4 wrote

About an hour south of AC is Ocean City, much more Family friendly boardwalk

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Fallen_Mercury t1_jdxq56j wrote

An hour south of AC is Delaware. But yeah, ocean city is nice.

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CMount t1_jdy9awk wrote

I never think of the parkway. I always think of taking either 9 up through Somer’s Point or taking the island chain over Longport up to AC. Even then my estimation is off… 45 minutes tops.

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datarelay t1_jdvk3td wrote

Do you have concealed carry?

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AdBeautiful3214 t1_jdvhdo2 wrote

If you don't want your kids to get stuck with needles then no

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iberian_prince t1_jdvmwxj wrote

Atlantic city should be swallowed by the Atlantic. The amount of sexual assault/harassment, assholes, people getting knocked out over dumb shit and unsafe and general crime that goes on is something else. Its not a family friendly place. I view it as Detroit by the beach. If you go dont leave your kids out of your sight. Theres way better places with more to do if you want boardwalk, beach and activities for teens.

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shur-5615 t1_jduxdvd wrote

Drop them off at the showboat arcade and you could hit the hard Rock or the ocean for some adult entertainment

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Top_Ad5385 t1_jdvidgt wrote

Do not leave them unattended at the Showboat arcade.

Or if you do, warn them to BOLO for scumbags getting too close.

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