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City in Cape May County, New Jersey, US
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Ocean City is a city in Cape May County, in the Southern Shore region of New Jersey. It has a reputation for being a family-friendly city and is referred to as "America's Greatest Family Resort".
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Boasts a massive Ferris wheel, which offers breathtaking views of the whole city and the ocean. If you like sunsets, rent a house on the bay for some of the best views you will find anywhere.
A museum with over 1000 species of the most finest and rarest sea shells. They also carry an extensive collection of nautical gifts.
This big pink restaurant goes by the logo Where the town meets, and rightfully so. It is very family oriented and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner all year round. You can order your standard American breakfast and lunch foods until 5PM, when a wide variety of dinner entrees become available. The menu offers everything from burgers to pasta, seafoods, and steak.
Fresh cut french fries, funnel cakes, fresh-squeezed lemonade, "peanut butter and Jilly" sandwiches, fried oreos, fried Snickers, fried peanut butter cups, & fried cookie dough.
Johnny B Goode is a 1950s themed ice cream parlor with plenty of family entertainment. Provides live karaoke, dancing and magic shows three times per week (seasonally). Serves Breyer's ice cream paired with cones or waffles.
Family owned and operated since 1958 by the Esposito Family. Kid friendly with a friendly staff.
Periwinkles Restaurant is a very casual, family oriented spot to dine. Offers an extensive kid's menu and early bird specials, as well as patio dining.
Planet Ice offers over 50 flavors of "Real" Shave Ice, Thick Shakes, Frozen Slush Drinks and Smoothies. They make on site Italian water ice, some of the coldest ice cream on the planet, mini melts (served at -40 degrees), old-fashion rootbeer floats, and classic sundaes.
The Promenade Food Court is an International food court which offers anything ranging from pizza to tacos.
Rojo's is a great off the boardwalk eatery. Entree prices are under $10, and that is for a large plate full of fine Mexican food. The menu is extensive, able to please even the most picky diner. Service is fast and atmosphere is authentic. Closed on Sunday.
As one of eight family owned restaurants at the Jersey Shore, Uncle Bill's Pancake House has been viewed as a family tradition for over 46 years. The food is always fresh, and the service is nothing to complain about. If you're looking for anything from an omelette to pancakes, Uncle Bill's Pancake House is probably where you'll want to go.
Offers a European feel for a romantic getaway.
A luxury hotel on the boardwalk.
This pink, beachfront hotel provides its guests with seasonally decorated rooms and a sundeck/pool.
A small, fashion forward boutique. Offers casual and special occasion dresses, as well as shirts, jeans, shoes and accessories.
The Surf Mall offers a variety of stores ranging from clothing to collectibles such as posters and jewelry. It also offers palm readings.
By bus or train
There are also buses and trains that will take you to Atlantic City, which is approximately 20 minutes away by car.
By car
Most visitors arrive by car via the Garden State Parkway southbound exits 30 or 25, or northbound exits 25 & 29 which can be reached from the New Jersey Turnpike exit 11 or the Atlantic City…
By car
During the summer season, parking in Ocean City can be expensive. The general rule is the closer you are to the ocean and/or to 9th Street, the more expensive it is.
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