Originally built in 1870 to keep sand out of hotel lobbies, the boardwalk grew in popularity as a place where you could drink and gamble during Prohibition without much trouble from the police, as depicted in HBO's Boardwalk Empire. No trip to Atlantic City is complete without a stroll along its signature boardwalk, which stretches for 6 miles along New Jersey's eastern coast. Keep fit at a well-equipped fitness center, open 24/7.Ītlantic City, New Jersey: Casinos and Carnival Rides Lining Historical Beachside Boardwalk.Take a dip in the massive indoor swimming pool it's set under a glass dome and surrounded by palm trees (for ages 21 or older).Grab a bite at one of several onsite restaurants, which range from an upscale Italian outlet to a low-key burger joint.The resort has several bars and lounges with live music on the weekends Spend a night on the town without leaving the hotel.Some guest rooms have views of the water downstairs, there's an indoor pool that exudes summer vibes all year long. This sprawling 4-star hotel and entertainment complex overlooks the Absecon Inlet in Atlantic City. Hotel at a Glance: Harrah's Resort Atlantic City
