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Long Branch
Spend 1–2 days in Long Branch: beach, boardwalk, and a quick dinner; add a night if you want a beachfront hotel.
Long Branch is a small Jersey Shore city with a wide beach, boardwalk, and a handful of restaurants and hotels. One full day covers the beach, boardwalk, and 7 Presidents Oceanfront Park; a second night adds a beachfront stay and evening dining.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Jun–Aug
- avoid Dec–Feb (cold, occasional snow)
- Airport
- EWR
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Long Branch911 ▾
- Police/Fire/Ambulance911
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Long Branch, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyLong Branch is generally safe; stay aware of beach crowds and keep valuables secure; night walks on the boardwalk are fine.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police/fire/ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportEWR Newark Liberty International Airport (about 30 min drive via Garden State Parkway).
- Getting aroundWalking or bike along the boardwalk is easiest; limited NJ Transit service to the train station…
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee$2–$4
- BeerBeer (draft)$5–$7
- Budget bedMid‑range hotel room, a night, per roomUS$120
- Mid-range bedMid‑range hotel room, a night, per roomUS$180
- High-end bedMid‑range hotel room, a night, per roomUS$250
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$70 · Mid US$120 · High US$180
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- EWR Newark Liberty International Airport (about 30 min drive via Garden State Parkway)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Feb
Avoid
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Mar
not flagged
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Apr
not flagged
41°C (106°F)106°F (41°C)
May
not flagged
51°C (123°F)123°F (51°C)
Jun
Best
61°C (142°F)142°F (61°C)
Jul
Best
67°C (152°F)152°F (67°C)
Aug
Best
65°C (150°F)150°F (65°C)
Sep
not flagged
59°C (138°F)138°F (59°C)
Oct
not flagged
47°C (116°F)116°F (47°C)
Nov
not flagged
37°C (99°F)99°F (37°C)
Dec
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Best: Jun–Aug. Avoid: Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (67°C (152°F)152°F (67°C)), coolest Jan (42°C (107°F)107°F (42°C) low). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Long Branch: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
42°C (107°F)107°F (42°C)
5 rd
Feb
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
43°C (110°F)110°F (43°C)
5 rd
Mar
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
49°C (121°F)121°F (49°C)
5 rd
Apr
41°C (106°F)106°F (41°C)
59°C (138°F)138°F (59°C)
5 rd
May
51°C (123°F)123°F (51°C)
68°C (155°F)155°F (68°C)
5 rd
Jun
61°C (142°F)142°F (61°C)
78°C (172°F)172°F (78°C)
5 rd
Jul
67°C (152°F)152°F (67°C)
84°C (182°F)182°F (84°C)
5 rd
Aug
65°C (150°F)150°F (65°C)
82°C (179°F)179°F (82°C)
5 rd
Sep
59°C (138°F)138°F (59°C)
76°C (169°F)169°F (76°C)
5 rd
Oct
47°C (116°F)116°F (47°C)
66°C (150°F)150°F (66°C)
5 rd
Nov
37°C (99°F)99°F (37°C)
56°C (132°F)132°F (56°C)
5 rd
Dec
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
47°C (116°F)116°F (47°C)
5 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walking or bike along the boardwalk is easiest; limited NJ Transit service to the train station; drive via Garden State Parkway Exit 105 or Route 18 Exit 13B.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Belmar (Big Mohawk Party Boat)
goDoor to door: 30–45 min
Drive or NJ Transit to Belmar, 5–10 min
Fishing charter for fluke, blackfish, etc.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Bungalow Hotel
Pier Village, rooms with fireplaces; bar open evenings.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $70–$100 excl. bed
- Mid
- $100–$150 excl. bed
- High
- $150+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Mid‑range hotel room1 × 1 night × US$180 | US$180 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$120 | US$240 |
| NJ Transit round‑trip ticket from NYC2 × US$25 · check | US$50 |
| Parking at 7 Presidents Oceanfront Park (seasonal)2 × US$10 · check | US$20 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$49 |
| Trip total≈ US$270 per person per day, bed included | US$539 |
2026 estimate in USD; flights and car rentals excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | $2–$4 |
| Burger | $8–$12 |
| Beer (draft) | $5–$7 |
| Parking (seasonal day)check | $5–$10 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Parking and admission fees apply at 7 Presidents Oceanfront Park from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
- NJ Transit trains run less frequently on weekends; check schedules.
Emergency numbers
- Police/Fire/Ambulance
- 911
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Embassy
US consulates are in New York and Newark; nearest embassy in Washington, DC.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- NJ Transit NYC → Long Branch: about $25 each way (check)
- Parking at 7 Presidents Oceanfront Park: $5–$10 per day (seasonal)
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- Where is the restroom? — Where is the restroom?
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Long Branch. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Aug · avoid Dec–Feb (cold, occasional snow) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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