Downtown Ocean City Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Ocean City Boardwalk
Discover a diverse collection of specialty stores, arcades, amusements, restaurants and bars on this classic wooden boardwalk on Ocean City’s waterfront.
Jolly Roger at the Pier
The old classics get a new spin at this waterfront fun park, which has an exciting collection of wild rides, high-octane roller coasters and traditional amusements.
Trimper's Rides
Bring the family to Trimper's Rides and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Ocean City. Discover the breathtaking sunrises in this walkable area or enjoy its golf courses.
Oceanic Fishing Pier
After visiting Oceanic Fishing Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ocean City. Discover the breathtaking sunrises in this walkable area or enjoy its golf courses.
Ripley's Believe It or Not!
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Ripley's Believe It or Not! during your trip to Ocean City. Discover the breathtaking sunrises in this walkable area or enjoy its golf courses.
Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum
Fascinating local coast guard history and an extensive collection of nautical artifacts await at this museum on the Ocean City Boardwalk.
Things to do
Guided Assateague Kayaking and Wildlife Discovery Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Ocean City
Grand Hotel Ocean City Oceanfront
Felt very welcoming however the lady working in the coffee shop is not really friendly. All other staff were very personable. Will return to this location. Great location
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hyatt Place Ocean City / Oceanfront
This hotel was fabulous!! The room was super clean and the hotel itself was spotless! The staff was always courteous and polite. I want to give a special shout out to Olivia for going above and beyond! Every time I called the front desk with questions, she was always very helpful with a pleasant ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Holiday Inn & Suites Ocean City by IHG
I always enjoy my stay. The staff is friendly, the rooms are spacious, clean and perfect for a vacation. The view!! One of my favorite parts! I always see the most beautiful sunrise from the balcony.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Tidelands Caribbean Hotel and Suites
Clean wish we had a different room but still good in general. It sucks it rained the whole trip we chose to come down bad time but other then that was good
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Crystal Beach Hotel
Great location. Peaceful beach away from the crowd.
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Ocean City Oceanfront
This place is decent for a decent price. The room was clean. There was a few things that needed to be tested a little more and a few places where there was chip paint but overall, it was a cool place. The pool was sparkling, clean and very nice.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Ocean City
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.
Midtown Ocean City
Midtown Ocean City is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Ocean City Beach and Seacrets Distilling Company, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Ocean City.
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 Seacrets.
Little Salisbury
Little Salisbury might not have many top sights, but Ocean Plaza Mall Shopping Center and Gold Coast Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 Ocean City Beach and Carousel Ice Skating Rink.
Heron Harbour Isle
While Heron Harbour Isle isn't home to many top sights, Northside Park and Carousel Ice Skating Rink are some notable places to visit nearby.
