For sheer variety, Ocean City’s downtown certainly has it, from amusements, restaurants, shopping, art, outdoor activities and history. It has so much because downtown Ocean City is constantly revitalizing and improving its businesses and attractions with the help of the Ocean City Downtown Development Corporation.
Discover the fun, food, shopping and events of downtown OC This summer, take a short stroll off OC’s great beach and check out downtown GLENN IRWIN n Executive Director, Ocean City Development Corporation Downtown Ocean City is home to a number of hotels and motels that offer a variety of styles and rates. Some of these establishments have served Ocean City visitors for generations, while others are quite new. In addition,
there are plenty of accommodations that are available for daily, weekly, seasonal or year-round rental. Another major draw of the downtown area is the abundance of restaurants, from gourmet to casual dining. Along with the eateries right on the Boardwalk, other popular options can be found along the bayside and streets of the downtown area of the resort. Retail stores are necessary in establishing a strong identity for a downtown area, and Ocean City is no exception. While the Boardwalk businesses provide a multitude of retail goods to visitors, businesses off the Boardwalk offer
more of a specialty character. The next time you are in the downtown area, make sure you visit its businesses. Here are several other reasons to visit downtown Ocean City, whether it’s during the off-season or in the height of summer: n Amusements and arcades: Downtown Ocean City is lucky to have two amusement parks in its southern area: Trimper’s Amusements and the Pier. These long-standing locations offer a wide selection of rides, games and amusements, while the arcades provide challenges for young and old alike. n Ocean City Life-Saving Station
Museum: Located at the south end of the Boardwalk by the inlet, this historic building is home to many exhibits detailing Ocean City’s maritime heritage, the lore of the sea and more, at a very reasonable admission price. Open yearround. n Ripley’s Believe It or Not Museum: A visit to this Boardwalk attraction is fun, educational and always entertaining. Also open year-round. n Watersports and fishing: Downtown Ocean City is the hub of watersports activities in the resort. Options include sightseeing boats, cruises, perSee WALKING on Page 2