Ocean City travel guide
Ocean City Tourism | Ocean City Guide
You're Going to Love Ocean City
With a population of 11,701, Ocean City is a must-see destination in New Jersey, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Ocean City deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Activities & attractions in Ocean City
Where to Eat in Ocean City
If you’re looking for affordable options, Jon & Patty's (637 Asbury Ave) and Dockside Kitchen (228 Bay Ave) are great picks.
When to visit Ocean City
How to Get to Ocean City
Plane
When flying to Ocean City, you’ll arrive at Atlantic City (ACY), which is located 12 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Ocean City departs from Miami and takes around 2h 44m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Ocean City. The train journey from Ocean City to Newark takes 0h 33m and costs around $5 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about $28 for a 1h 09m trip.
Car
Another option to get to Ocean City is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 107 miles from Ocean City. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Ocean City, including Megabus, OurBus and FlixBus. From New York, the bus ride to Ocean City takes 90 miles and will cost you around $14. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $6 for a journey of 175 miles.
Airlines serving Ocean City
Where to stay in Ocean City
Average rates range from around $243 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $478 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include The Atlantic, BW Signature Collection and The Forum.
Where to stay in popular areas of Ocean City
Most booked hotels in Ocean City
Renting a car in Ocean City
Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Ocean City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Ocean City is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 45% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.