Downtown Ocean City Travel Guide

Ocean City

A Ferris wheel, a roller coaster, and a building with a sign that reads 'Holy Roller.'
A sunset over a body of water with a distant city skyline and a Ferris wheel.
A beach with a double rainbow over the ocean.
A beach with people walking and playing, and a sunset in the background.
A Ferris wheel at sunset with a colorful sky.

Stay near popular Downtown Ocean City attractions

A boardwalk entrance with a sign reading "Boardwalk Maryland" and two lighthouse-style structures.

Ocean City Boardwalk

9.0/10 (11,302 reviews)
Discover a diverse collection of specialty stores, arcades, amusements, restaurants and bars on this classic wooden boardwalk on Ocean City’s waterfront.
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Things to do

1 Hour Private Escape Room Experience in Ocean City

1 Hour Private Escape Room Experience in Ocean City

฿1,202
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
1 Hour Private Escape Room Experience in Ocean City
Downtown/Boardwalk Foodie Tour

Downtown/Boardwalk Foodie Tour

฿3,673
per adult
Downtown/Boardwalk Foodie Tour
Berlin Tasting Tour: A Delicious Walk Through History

Berlin Tasting Tour: A Delicious Walk Through History

฿3,673
per adult
Berlin Tasting Tour: A Delicious Walk Through History
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Top hotels in Downtown Ocean City

Holiday Inn & Suites Ocean City by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Ocean City by IHG

3 out of 5
1701 Atlantic Avenue Ocean City MD
The price is ฿3,037 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
฿3,037
฿3,402 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Ocean City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Holiday Inn & Suites Ocean City by IHG
Grand Hotel Ocean City Oceanfront

Grand Hotel Ocean City Oceanfront

3 out of 5
2100 N Baltimore Ave Ocean City MD
The price is ฿2,173 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿2,173
฿2,434 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Ocean City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,974 reviews)
"clean room"

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

Grand Hotel Ocean City Oceanfront
The Americana Hotel

The Americana Hotel

2.5 out of 5
913 Atlantic Avenue Ocean City MD
The price is ฿2,521 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿2,521
฿2,823 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Ocean City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,352 reviews)
"The room was excellent bed was comfortable view of the ocean was fantastic"

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

The Americana Hotel
Hyatt Place Ocean City / Oceanfront

Hyatt Place Ocean City / Oceanfront

3 out of 5
1 16th Street Ocean City MD
The price is ฿2,700 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿2,700
฿3,024 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Ocean City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,870 reviews)
"So I guess the good stuff first? It's in a nice location, removed from all the attractions a bit, so it's nice to have that buffer. The room I had, the view was fantastic. The couch was comfortable and the water was hot. Now the other stuff. Windows had large greenish stains on the glass (maybe a ..."

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

Hyatt Place Ocean City / Oceanfront
Plim Plaza Hotel

Plim Plaza Hotel

2 out of 5
109 North Atlantic Ave. Ocean City MD
The price is ฿2,551 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿2,551
฿2,857 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Ocean City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Plim Plaza Hotel
Days Inn by Wyndham Ocean City Oceanfront

Days Inn by Wyndham Ocean City Oceanfront

2.5 out of 5
2210 Baltimore Avenue Ocean City MD
Stay at this beach hotel in Ocean City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
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Days Inn by Wyndham Ocean City Oceanfront
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Where to stay in Downtown Ocean City

Find the best Downtown Ocean City areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal cityscape with a wide sandy beach, adjacent high-rise buildings, and a view of the ocean.

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.

A coastal city with a long beach, high-rise buildings, and a clear blue sky.

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.

A marina with several boats docked, wooden pilings, and houses in the background.

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.

A person playing croquet on a green artificial turf with a wooden mallet and a ball.
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Caine Woods

Caine Woods might not have many top sights, but Maryland Beach and Northside Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A group of horses grazing on a sandy beach with sparse vegetation.

Montego Bay

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

Downtown Ocean City Travel Guide