Ocean City

Travel Guide
Ocean City Beach which includes waves and a beach as well as a small group of people
A resort town with a sweeping shoreline and plenty of activities for families, this is one of Maryland’s foremost summer destinations.

Ocean City, Maryland, is one of the most popular resort towns in the area. It has a busy boardwalk, an eight mile (13 kilometre) long beach and a wide range of family activities, including amusement parks and an ice-skating rink.

Wander along the three-mile (4.8-kilometre) boardwalk and take in the view. Visit one of the amusement parks for a roller coaster ride, water slides and a range of games and shops. 

Car lovers will want to explore Wheels of Yesterday, a classic car museum that is home to vintage cars such as a shiny gold 1960 Studebaker Hawk. For a different kind of museum experience, head over to Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Museum and be wowed by all kinds of unusual exhibits. Not far from this “odditorium,” you can take a dizzying look through Ripley’s Mirror Maze. At Carousel Resort, there’s an ice-skating rink open to the public year-round.

Once you’ve finished with all the activities on the boardwalk, head to the beach, which is well maintained and patrolled by lifeguards. Beach tags are required during summer for children aged 12 and over and can be purchased from beach-tag inspectors.

Stroll along the beach and watch the waves roll in. If you get hungry or want to pick up a souvenir, duck into one of the many shops and restaurants along the way. 
For something a little more adventurous, organise surfing lessons or go scuba diving. Fishing enthusiasts can jump aboard a charter boat and try their luck. Ocean City is known for its excellent marlin, tuna and wahoo fishing. 

Learn about some of the local history at the Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum, located at the south end of the boardwalk. This museum has exhibits on storms, sea life and life-saving, and displays old-style equipment used to rescue people from shipwrecks.

Ocean City has much to offer, from clean beaches to lots of arcade fun.

Where to stay in Ocean City

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North Ocean City

A noteworthy feature of North Ocean City is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Carousel Ice Skating Rink and Northside Park.

North Ocean City
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Downtown Ocean City

If you're spending some time in Downtown Ocean City, Ripley's Believe It or Not Museum and Jolly Roger at the Pier are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Ocean City
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Midtown Ocean City

4/5(1 area review)

Midtown Ocean City is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Seacrets Distilling Company and Jolly Roger Amusement Park, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Ocean City.

Midtown Ocean City
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West Ocean City

The beaches and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to West Ocean City. A stop by Tanger Outlet Center or Ocean City Harbor might round out your trip.

West Ocean City
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Sunset Island

While Sunset Island may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Seacrets Distilling Company and Ocean Plaza Mall Shopping Center.

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Montego Bay

If you're spending some time in Montego Bay, Northside Park and Assawoman Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Montego Bay
Fenwick Inn
Fenwick Inn
2 out of 5
13801 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD
The price is S$132 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
S$132
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ocean City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,821 reviews)
"Its a loud atmosphere sometimes when there’s conventions going on, kid friendly and dog friendly. At midnight I finally had to say something to all these kids running up and down the halls , screaming, yelling, playing loud music. Ect. There is a new restaurant/bar/lounge with a great view at the ..."

Reviewed on 26 Mar,2024

Fenwick Inn
Grand Hotel Ocean City Oceanfront
Grand Hotel Ocean City Oceanfront
3 out of 5
2100 N Baltimore Ave, Ocean City, MD
The price is S$138 per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
S$138
per night
4 Apr - 5 Apr
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Ocean City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,976 reviews)
"Location"

Reviewed on 25 Mar,2024

Grand Hotel Ocean City Oceanfront
Holiday Inn & Suites Ocean City, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn & Suites Ocean City, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
1701 Atlantic Avenue, Ocean City, MD
Fully refundable
The price is S$142 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
S$142
per night
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Ocean City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Breakfast was very nice , and property was very clean"

Reviewed on 26 Mar,2024

Holiday Inn & Suites Ocean City, an IHG Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Majestic Hotel & Apartments
Majestic Hotel & Apartments
3 out of 5
7th St & Boardwalk, Ocean City, MD
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Ocean City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
6.2/10 (68 reviews)
"We stayed in one of the majestic apartments. I liked how it was an apartment, but it wasn't like dealing with a rental company. It was dealing with a hotel company. It was very simple and easy to get set up. We were lucky enough to get one of the apartments that was detached a block away. So it was ..."

Reviewed on 19 Sep,2023

Majestic Hotel & Apartments
Coconut Malorie Resort Ocean City a Ramada by Wyndham
Coconut Malorie Resort Ocean City a Ramada by Wyndham
3 out of 5
200 59th Street on the Bay, Ocean City, MD
Stay at this aparthotel in Ocean City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,172 reviews)
"We really enjoyed it...... will definitely be staying again"

Reviewed on 16 Feb,2024

Coconut Malorie Resort Ocean City a Ramada by Wyndham
Safari Apartments
Safari Apartments
3 out of 5
1208 Baltimore Ave, Ocean City, MD
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Ocean City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Ocean City Boardwalk and Midway Shopping ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
"I stayed there for vacation with my two young children and I had to upgrade my room to a bigger room with a small kitchen. Although it was a little more expensive it was worth it because you have a full refrigerator and a place to eat. We really enjoyed the hospitality of the property manager. We ..."

Reviewed on 30 Aug,2023

Safari Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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