About this city
Also known as: Beautiful Sea
Beautifully positioned along the Atlantic coast of Monmouth County, Belmar is a vibrant and highly popular Jersey Shore beach borough. Incorporated in 1885 and named using the Italian words for 'beautiful sea', the town grew during the late 19th and 20th centuries into a classic summer vacation capital, drawing millions of visitors with its wide, clean sandy beaches and sweeping boardwalk. Belmar holds a legendary place in American maritime recreation as the home of the Belmar Marina, one of the largest and most advanced saltwater sportfishing and charter boat harbors on the East Coast. Today, the town presents an energetic coastal layout, pairing its active family beachfront and bustling surf culture with a historic downtown packed with independent craft breweries, seafood eateries, and dynamic community events.
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Suggested stay: 1–2 days
Sunbathe, swim, or catch legal Atlantic breaks along the expansive, energetic sands of Belmar Beach. Embark on a deep-sea sportfishing charter or sunset cruise from the bustling Belmar Marina. Walk the wide oceanfront boardwalk and sample fresh seafood at a local open-air bistro.
