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A Guide to the Best Places for Photos in Wildwoods

Wildwood Boat on Jersey Shore

Did it really even happen if you didn’t take a photo of it? Well, you know it did, even if there isn’t a photo to prove it. But a picture is a great way to capture and remember the fun you had on vacation or any other special moment. So, start commemorating your special moments with our guide to the best places for photos in Wildwoods, NJ.

The Wildwoods Sign

One of the best places for photos in Wildwoods is in front of the Wildwoods Beach Ball sign. Featuring large letters that spell “Wildwoods” and numerous colorful beach balls scattered in front, the welcome sign is a must-see while on vacation here. People often sit on the beach balls, stand in the middle of the letters, or simply stand in front of the sign to take their photos. 

Wildwoods Beach

Of course, you can’t leave Wildwoods without taking a picture of our “sugar sand” beaches. The beaches of Wildwoods, named “New Jersey’s Best Beaches,” reach for five miles, from North Wildwood, Wildwood, and Wildwood Crest Beach. Here is where you will find some of the cleanest and most spacious shorelines along the Jersey Shore. Visitors enjoy FREE access to Wildwood Crest Beach making it ideal for taking a stroll with your camera in hand. 

The Boardwalk

You can’t visit the beach without taking a walk along the Wildwood Boardwalk. Famous for being one of the liveliest boardwalks along the East Coast, the Boardwalk features multiple shops, arcades, unique signs, and restaurants for many photo opportunities. Photographers also love the roller coasters at Morey’s Piers & Ocean Oasis Beachfront Waterparks, especially at night to capture the neon glow of Wildwood’s Boardwalk. 

Doowop neon signs

Did you know the Wildwoods is the Doo Wop capital of the world? That’s right, the Wildwoods is home to the country’s largest concentration of mid-century commercial architecture, often referred to as “Doo Wop.” This style is seen in many of the area’s motels, such as the Ala Kai Motel, and unique neon signage. Visit the Doo Wop Museum to see the “neon garden” that exhibits restored neon signs that were rescued from old Wildwood landmarks that weren’t so lucky. The best time to visit is at night when the entire area glows brightly with all its Doo Wop style.

Stay at the Ala Kai Motel

Capture the essence of the Wildwoods with a picture in front of our vintage Doo Wop motel, Ala Kai Motel. Our retro motel captures the spirit of the 1950s culture with updated and modern rooms for today’s travelers. Conveniently located in the center of beautiful Wildwood Crest, New Jersey, our beach block property provides you and your family with the best budget-friendly accommodations for your vacation.

Guests enjoy daily housekeeping, comfortable bedding, modern amenities, and an excellent location along the Jersey Shore with a stay in one of our rooms. Choose from our standard motel rooms, one-room efficiencies, and two-room efficiencies. Your Wildwoods vacation awaits you at the Ala Kai Motel!

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Cass is a writer who focuses on travel, outdoor fun, and local culture. When not working, she enjoys watching movies, listening to her record collection, and biking with her boyfriend, Ryan. She also dreams of earning that Paul Hollywood handshake and making it on the Great British Baking Show one day.

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