Please take a moment to explore our Frequently Asked Questions. The answers to these questions may help you in planning your next visit to Somers Point, New Jersey.
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When is the best time to visit Somers Point?
Somers Point is a popular travel destination year round. The vibrant dining, arts, and entertainment scenes keeps visitors coming back even during the chillier months. You can also enjoy an array of events throughout the year. View our upcoming events here.
Where is the best place to stay?
Somers Point offers an array of hotel accommodations that will satisfy travelers’ needs and budgets—with many options on the bay. The City is conveniently located, with direct access to the Garden State Parkway as well as the Route 52 corridor – the gateway to Ocean City and its beaches.
For a list of places to stay, visit Where to Stay in Somers Point.
What are some events in Somers Point?
Somers Point is always bustling with fun, family-friendly events. For a full list of events, click here.
What transportation is available?
Somers Point is accessible by land via the Garden State Parkway, a major north-south artery, which is adjacent to the Somers Point and provides access to New York City, and via the Atlantic City Expressway, which is seven miles distant and leads directly to Philadelphia. The Parkway going south provides access to the historic beach resort of Cape May City as well as connects to the Cape May Lewes Ferry service. The Ferry provides a convenient, modern method of crossing the Delaware Bay to points south.
The Atlantic City International Airport approximately 20 miles from Somers Point provides both commuter and regular air travel to all major cities on the East Coast.
NJ Transit offers bus transportation in the city between Ocean City and Atlantic City.
What are some of the recreational attractions in Somers Point?
Somers Point offers numerous recreational and athletic facilities located throughout the City. These include eight baseball/softball fields, one football field, two street hockey courts, various tennis and basketball courts, a bicycle path that runs the length of Somers Point, boat ramps and bathing beach. The City also provides a program of community education that includes a wide range of topics, from arts and crafts to physical exercise.
Privately owned facilities in Somers Point include a golf course, tennis club and several others that provide well-rounded sports and exercise programs.
For more information on recreational activities in Somers Point, click here.
Is Somers Point business-friendly?
Absolutely! Businesses, developers and planners are welcomed here. Somers Point offers a great central location, prime commercial access and strong community support. The Somers Point Economic Development Advisory Commission (EDAC) is your first stop for new and relocating businesses. The EDAC will provide all of the ingredients to grow your enterprise, help with permitting and approvals, and assist with enable you to attract potential customers. Contact the EDAC at EDAC@visitsomerspoint.com.
How can people find out more information about the City of Somers Point?
Somers Point’s Facebook page is full of up-to-date information about everything going on in the City. Visit www.facebook.com/SomersPoint and ‘Like’ the page for up-to-date ongoing information about what there is to do and see in Somers Point, NJ.