Overview
Mays Landing (also referred to as Hamilton Township) is a small town of about 6,200 (2023) and is the county seat of Atlantic County, New Jersey. It is a lovely town and a please place to spend the day. It has charm in its historic section with fine restaurants, local shops, marinas and a great view of the river from Gaskill Park.
2 bars & cafés · 1 places to stay
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Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Apr–Oct. Summer highs reach about 88°F; winter lows dip to about 26°F. Wettest: Jul and Sep. (climate data from nearby Philadelphia)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- ACY Atlantic City International Airport, Atlantic City — 8 mi away. Directions
- PHL Philadelphia International Airport, Philadelphia — 40 mi away (major hub). Directions
Atlantic City Expressway, Exit 12 connects to U.S. 40 which runs through to Mays Landing.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
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Food for you
There are several chain restaurants in town but also more local eateries such as Crabby's Inc.
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Get in
By plane
By car
Atlantic City Expressway, Exit 12 connects to U.S. 40 which runs through to Mays Landing.
See
Locals will recommend a quaint cove nearby where one can sit in the sun on a little beach by Lake Lenape.
Do
Boating, camping, and exploring the vast areas of the surrounding Atlantic County Park System are some of the local area activities. There is a roller skating rink and fields for football, baseball, hockey and other sports in the area.
Buy
- Hamilton Mall, 4403 Black Horse Pike, 609 646 8326. Anchored by such department stores as Macy’s, this mall also offers over one hundred forty specialty stores and shops, a variety of restaurants, and a food court. Located close to the mall are large retail outlets such as Target and Best Buy.
Eat
There are several chain restaurants in town but also more local eateries such as Crabby's Inc.
Drink
Drink Freddy J's Bar & Kitchen
Sleep
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