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City in Maryland, United States
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Ocean City is a popular oceanfront resort city on the coast of Maryland. Many things draw visitors -- skyscraper hotels, clean beaches, the boardwalk, restaurants, beachfront lodging, amusement parks and the large convention center -- but a simple bay sunset may be the greatest pleasure. Visitors range from families escaping the more urbanized Western Shore of Maryland to conventioneers soaking up the sun to teenagers enjoying the first taste of vacation without adult supervision
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You won't miss this building, as it's on the boardwalk and has a giant moving shark embedded in the outer walls. It's not a cheap sideshow tourist trap, as you might expect, but rather a really big and engaging museum devoted to the strange.
Displays exhibits on storms, sea life and life-saving in Ocean City. Other exhibits include beach vacation artifacts, shipwreck finds, mermaids, over 200 samples of sand from around the world, and doll houses depicting local hotels and businesses. Several tanks house local marine animals.
Amusement park located at the south end of town where the boardwalk begins. Has been in business for well over 100 years.
Half-day or full-day custom SCUBA diving trips in a six pack SCUBA diving charter boat that runs recreational dive trips to some of the best local wrecks and artificial reefs.
Glen Riddle has 2 courses open to the public as well as a Ruths Chris Steak House.
The War Admiral course, is routed through mature forest. The course is sheltered from the wind.
The Man O'War Course occupies the westerly portion of GlenRiddle and is not.
A seaside golf course.Overlooks Sinepuxent Bay and Assateague Island National Seashore"
A waterpark centrally located with over 17 different attractions.
Check out Ocean City's skyline flying at 800 feet in the sky. Bay-side or Ocean=side rides
Live horse racing, slots, dining, simulcast.
Check out the Ocean City skyline from the tallest Ferris Wheel in Ocean City among the many rides offered. The pier has games, food and shops to pass your time.
Cruise the ocean in the fastest and newest speed boats in Ocean City. Coast Guard approved, professional crew and life jackets all add up to peace of mind.
Very good breakfasts. Specializing in crepes and omletes.
Fantastic seafood, good cheap boardwalk fare.
Arguably the best buffet in ocean city.
A popular OC breakfast spot. Standard fare continental breakfast, lots of pancake options. Don't be intimidated by long lines! Once seated, service is exceptionally fast and the food is consistently good. Be sure to meet your hostess at the patio door!
arguably the creamed chip beef in ocean city, great place for breakfast and won't break your wallet, small place so expect to wait in line during peak breakfast hours
Delicious pizza.
Great place for vegetarians right off the boardwalk. Powerhouse sandwiches and black bean wraps are tasty. They also do smoothies.
Mothers is said to have the best tacos in OC, Great place for a beer or a margarita. Also, the only bar in town that understands and offers vegetarian and vegan options. The Santa Fe veggie burger is delicious.
Since 1929, making only french fries, the line at Thrasher's to buy these fries can be blocks long. The smells are unmistakeable blocks away. Don't expect ketchup, the only condiment is vinegar. The location near the pier usually has long lines, however there are two additional locations between the pier and 8th street with generally shorter lines.
Pizza, subs, and delivers.
A great place, a lot of locals go here.
Jamaican nightclub scene, good live music nightly, dress code enforced, $10 cover on weekends
A nice little place, they even have swings, $5 cover on weekends.
A popular bar on the weekends.
A popular bar on the weekends, dress code enforced, $10 cover on weekends.
Resort, beachfront location, Smoke-free, family-friendly, pub and restaurant on-site
The 85 suites have been redesigned. Awarded Best Hotel on the Eastern Shore by Metropolitan Magazine. Nestled in the natural wetlands overlooking Isle of Wight Bay.
Located on the beach, on the boardwalk, high-speed wireless internet, private balconies, airport is close
Located on the Chesapeake Bay side, two blocks from Ocean City Beach. Heated indoor pool and hot-tub. Friendly customer service
One mile from the beach and boardwalk, outdoor pool with slides, fitness center, surrounded by area golf and entertainment
Ocean block hotel - one block from Ocean City Beach, outdoor pool that's heated, room balconies
Only one block from the beach with indoor Pool and Hot Tub. Offering free parking, game room and bar and grill - offering daily specials
The only AAA four diamond hotel in Ocean City.
Located on Ocean City Boardwalk on Ocean City Beach, two oceanfront pools, indoor pool, on-site bar and restaurant
Located right on the Ocean City beach, 2 miles to the boardwalk, private balconies and beach access rooms
Located on Ocean City beach, private balconies, seasonal outdoor pool with kiddie pool, heated indoor pool with waterfall hot-tub, game room
Located on the ocean block of Ocean City beach, one block from the boardwalk and beach. Oceanfront indoor/outdoor heated pool.
Located on the ocean side, great location for beach access and boardwalk entertainment
Beachfront hotel offering hotel rooms and condominiums.
One of the best surf shops in Ocean City; the owner is a very nice guy. There is another location at 5309 Coastal Highway.
Tanger Outlets Ocean City offers over 30 name-brand outlet stores to choose from. Coupons and deals are available from the shopper services desk.
By plane
The closest airport with commercial air service to Ocean City is the Salisbury-Ocean City-Wicomico Regional Airport (SBY) near Salisbury, about 30 miles west of Ocean City.
By train
The closest train station to Ocean City is Wilmington Station in Wilmington, Delaware about 120 miles to the north.C.
By bus
DART First State's Route 208 dartfirststate.com/information/routes/pdfs/summer/rt997.pdf?date=1430850643827 runs from Rehoboth Beach, DE to the 144th Street Transit Center at the intersection of…
By tram
By foot
Ocean City is very easy to walk and easily navigable. You might end up waiting to cross Coastal Highway in summer due to heavy traffic.
By car
Driving should be avoided in Ocean City because of very heavy traffic with frequent congestion.
By taxi
Many taxi services are available, ranging from '50s classic cars to modern mini vans. You can hail a cab on the street and most local cabs go by a zone fare system.
By ride-hailing services
Ride-hailing services Uber and Lyft can be used to get around Ocean City.
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