Location: Ocean City
Top Things to do in Ocean City
The 10 Best Free Things to do in Ocean City, Maryland (MD)
In Ocean City, Maryland's only coastal community, the beach is the main attraction. Stroll the three-mile Boardwalk along the seafront while sampling salt water taffy and other old-fashioned treats. The summer season explodes with special concerts, beach bonfires and kids' activities. Nature enthusiasts will love nearby Assateague Island, home to deer and wild ponies. Once a tiny fishing village, it now spans 10 miles, but anglers still flock to the area waters; it's known as the White Marlin Capital of the World.
Restaurants in Ocean City
1. Northside Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 752 reviews
Northside Park is located on 125th Street and the Bay. It is Ocean City's largest and most popular park and home to the Recreation and Parks Department administrative offices. This 58-acre complex boasts three lighted softball/baseball fields, a lighted soccer field, multipurpose field, a foot bridge, mini-borrowing library, concession stands, accessible playground, picnic shelter, two piers, over 1 mile of walking/jogging paths and a state of the art outdoor exercise area. Indoor facilities include a Community Center with 14,200 square foot gymnasium, kitchen, community room, conference room, patio, sitting areas and a Sports Center annex with a 21,000 square foot multi-use arena. Northside Park hosts more than 100 special events and recreational programs and activities each year for both residents and visitors to Ocean City.
Reviewed By 266rudyb - Ocean City, United States
One of OC’s best outdoors attractions. Multiple softball fields, an indoor recreation center hosting several activities, and an outdoor walking track with several courses mapped out. The park also has a playground and a covered pavilion with BBQ grills. There are several other activities there as well. I saw where you could rent a kayak or standing paddle board. While you’re walking around the soccer field, don’t forget to take a look at the pier that goes very far out into the bay. My wife and I go walking here several times a month.
2. Ocean City Branch Library
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 79 reviews
Reviewed By JerseyGirl08079
As a retired library supervisor it is always nice to step into other library world's. The Ocean City Library is an amazing world to visit ( as mine was a small town traditional). The administration keeps it's finger on the pulse of the future from print titles, digital magazines, to video crafts and classes and a full calendar of interesting events. I am also amazed that they've discontinued fines to encourage more use of their offerings. The O C Library has opened a whole new world.
3. Art League of Ocean City
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 83 reviews
Non-profit arts center featuring monthly exhibits, 5 working artist studios, classrooms, pottery studio, and gift shop with handmade items including jewelry, glass, fiber and more. Full schedule of classes for all ages and levels! Free and open daily.
Reviewed By 266rudyb - Ocean City, United States
My wife takes her friends here for painting and pottery classes. She loves the activities and all her friends really get into it. It's her go to activity whenever we have visitors and it's always a hit.
4. Ocean City Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,223 reviews
Reviewed By paul3776 - Paramus, United States
The beaches in Ocean City are kept beautifully clean with white soft sand, mild surf and miles of sun fun.
5. Ocean City Boardwalk
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,820 reviews
Reviewed By TheLionsDen - Catonsville, United States
The thing I love about O.C. Boardwalk is....Everything! It's an undeniably fun, clean, and entertaining place to hang out all day. I visited for the winter holidays this time and the weather permitted many businesses to still be open. Arcades, Thrasher's Fries, Ripley's, swimming, relaxing, surfing, people watching, tram rides, amusement parks, restrooms, volleyball, shaved ice, restaurants, seafood, street performers, shopping and so much more...all on the boardwalk.
6. Ron Jon Surf Shop
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Make Ron Jon Surf Shop your destination in Ocean City for surf, skate and beach apparel and accessories! Get everything you need for a great day at the beach. Visit us at 67th Street TownCenter and pick up a “World Famous” Ron Jon Ocean City t-shirt!
7. Masons Used & New Books, Clocks, Gifts & Tin Sign Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
Masons Books is located in Downtown Ocean City on the Corner of Baltimore and Caroline St. We are 118 steps off the Boardwalk, just walk down from Fun City Arcade and you'll find us on the corner. We have thousands of used books in many genres of fiction and non-fiction; thousands of children's books; hundred of styles of tin signs in our tin sign gallery. We also have new books and try to keep the new releases and best sellers in stock so you can pick up that anticipated new title while you are at the beach! If we don't have it, we'll try to get it for you in a couple of days.
8. ish Boutique
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 21 reviews
JEWELRY | APPAREL | ACCESSORIES | HOME | BEAUTY | BABY A Bohemian Beach boutique offering unique, high-quality goods, fun and trendy finds and the most "style-ish" apparel, accessories, home decor, baby & kid items, beauty products & unique gifts for anyone and everyone! ish BOUTIQUE is located on the corner of 35th Street and Coastal Highway in Ocean City, Maryland and 403 Rehoboth Avenue in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware.
9. The Kite Loft
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 79 reviews
Worlds largest kite shop. Hundreds of colorful kites to choose from. One of the most unique shopping experiences on the East Coast. Located in one of the most beautiful beach resort communities in America.
Reviewed By CMC_2012 - Haverhill, United States
Kites you think...what's the big deal? Go into this shop and you will be astonished at the variety of kites you can purchase! Wonderful for anyone who is a beginner to an expert! Plenty of other fun treasures are in this store also, such as games, etc.
10. Raggamuffin Jewelry and Clothing
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
An original beach boutique in a 1940's seaside cottage. A locals favorite since 1994. Featuring casual clothes with a California vibe, party dresses to get you to your next party or guest at a wedding. Always the coolest jewelry and accessories too. We pride ourselves on outstanding customer service and unique offerings at great prices. Stop by and explore this little gem at the beach. We are open year round and use our working fireplaces in the off season to add to your holiday shopping experience.
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