Downtown Ocean City Travel Guide
Ocean City
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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
Ocean City Sunset Cruise departing from Seacrets
Top hotels in Downtown Ocean City
Grand Hotel Ocean City Oceanfront
"Bed not very good felt like sleeping on springs. First time staying here in 10 years and last time"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Hyatt Place Ocean City / Oceanfront
"I loved every minute of this vacation.. my children loved the different breakfast options daily,, I’ll be back"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Holiday Inn & Suites Ocean City by IHG
"loved the location on the boardwalk"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Tidelands Caribbean Hotel and Suites
"My home away from home Mikey and Ford at the front desk are 2 of my favorite people in OC a visit to Tidelands isn’t the same for us if they aren’t there! Our room was great our stay was great! Katie, your staff is amazing! See you in July with my sister!"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Crystal Beach Hotel
"Charged for parking what a ripoff."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Ocean City Oceanfront
"We had an amazing stay! I highly recommend the Howard Johnson by Wyndham in Ocean City Maryland on 24th Street!!! The front desk staff were all so wonderful and went above and beyond to make our stay extra special!!!💕 The oceanfrontroom with a nice size balcony overlooking the ocean was perfect, ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
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.
