Not A Beach Day?

Don’t let a little rain put a damper on your beach getaway! While Ocean City, Maryland is best known for its sun-soaked beaches and boardwalk fun, this coastal town offers plenty to do even when the skies are gray. From indoor attractions and local eateries to relaxing activities and family-friendly spots, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy your time, rain or shine. Whether you’re here with kids, on a romantic escape, or just riding out a stormy day, we’ve rounded up the best things to do in Ocean City when the weather doesn’t cooperate. Grab your umbrella, and let the indoor adventures begin!

ART, MUSEUMS, & GALLERIES

OC Painting Studio

15th Street and Philadelphia Avenue
443-248-4273 | Tcstudios.org

Full-service paint party venue that offers fun activities for groups of all ages

Art League of Ocean City

94th Street and Coastal Highway
410-524-9433 | Artleagueofoceancity.org

Ocean City Lifesaving Station

Open to the public, provides a variety of events, art exhibitions, clay-a-palooza, to opening reception for local artist exhibits every first Friday.
Boardwalk and Inlet

410-289-4991 | Ocmuseum.org

Discover some of Ocean City’s history through exhibits, displays, films, and literature

RESTAURANTS

Captain’s Table
2 15th Street, Ocean City, MD 21842
410-289-7192 | captainstableoc.com

A locals’ favorite for over 60 years, serving up the freshest fish, seafood, and steak. 

Marlin Moon
3301 Atlantic Ave, Ocean City, MD 21842
410-289-1201 | marlinmoonocmd.com

Winner of the Maryland People’s Choice Award and located on 33rd Street, Marlin Moon offers a great selection of entrees, small plates, appetizers, and creatively crafted cocktails.

Harbor Watch Restaurant
806 S Atlantic Ave, Ocean City, MD 21842
410-289-5121 | harborwatchrestaurant.com

Harrison’s Harbor Watch has been a staple of OC dining for over 40 years, offering some of the best food and unbeatable, panoramic views of the ocean.

Coral Reef
806 S Atlantic Ave, Ocean City, MD 21842
410-289-1201 | marlinmoonocmd.com

Choose from a selection of house specialty entrees such as burgers, seafood pasta, jumbo sea scallops, as well as soups and salads, including the famous Cream of Crab.

32 Palm
3200 Baltimore Ave, Ocean City, MD
410-289-2525 | 32palm.com
Eastern Shore flavors and contemporary American cuisine. 

BOARDWALK & INLET

Trimper’s Rides & Amusements

410-289-8617 | Trimperrides.com
A special world of excitement and fun

Ripley’s Believe It or Not!

401 South Atlantic Avenue and Boardwalk
410-289-5600 | Ripleys.com/oceancity
10,000 square feet of exhibits, artifacts, and oddities

Escapomania

Midtown, 5601 Coastal Highway, Unit 6
Downtown, 2nd Street, Building 6
443-856-9241 | Escapomania.com

Available in the spring and summer seasons, don’t miss your chance to challenge yourself with riddles and puzzles

MINIATURE GOLF

Old Pro Golf

68th Street and Coastal Highway

410-524-2645 | Oldprogolf.com

Indoor and outdoor golf and arcade, concession stand located inside

Nick’s Mini Golf

Jurassic Golf, 21st Street
Beach Ball Golf, 45th Street
Maui Golf, 57th Street
Dino Golf, 125th Street
Golf Down Under, 146th Street
443-953-4638 | Nicksminigolf.com

Enjoy a friendly game of miniature golf with your friends and family, five locations throughout town

SHOPPING

Outlets Ocean City
12741 Ocean Gateway, West Ocean City
410-213-7898 | Outletsoceancity.com

Under Armour, Coach, American Eagle, J. Crew, Nike, Old Navy, HomeGoods and more!

MOVIE THEATERS

Fox Gold Coast Theater

115th Street and Coastal Highway
410-213-1505 | Foxshowtimes.com

Kick back in luxurious heated recliners and watch the latest movie releases

Flagship Premium Cinemas

12641 Ocean Gateway, West Ocean City

443-664-7554 | Flagshipcinemas.com

Featuring power reclining seats, digital projection, digital surround sound, and a comfortable atmosphere and bar

CASINO

Ocean Downs Casino

10218 Racetrack Road, Berlin MD 21811
410-641-0600 | Oceandowns.com

Electronic table games, slot machines, dining, live harness racing, live entertainment

WATERSPORTS

48th Street Watersports

48th Street and Coastal Highway

410-524-9150 | 48thstreetwatersports.com

Enjoy your summer with stand up paddle boards, wind surfing, kayaks, and much more. Offering rental delivery service

Odyssea Watersports

52nd Street and Coastal Highway

410-723-4227 | Odysseawatersports.com

Family-owned watersports rental company featuring jet skis, paddle boards, and pontoon boats

LIBRARY

100th Street and Coastal Highway
410-524-1818 | Worcesterlibrary.org

For vacationers without library cards, open to the public offering a large selection of books and movies

YOGA

YogaVibez Studios

12417 Ocean Gateway Suite 9, West Ocean City

443-865-3109 | Yogavibezstudios.com

Calm and inviting self-discovery center offering yoga classes, special events, personal yoga and fitness training, group training, private classes and lifestyl

BOWLING

Alley Oops

Uptown Location: 13101 Coastal Highway, 410-390-7398
Midtown Location: Coastal Highway, 443-664-7084
Alleyoopsoc.com

More than just a restaurant, this upscale eating and entertainment venue includes mini bowling, multiplayer virtual reality, gaming and prizes

Ocean Lanes

72nd Street and Coastal Highway
410-524-7550 | Oceanlanesocmd.com

Twelve lanes of family fun competition, open daily all year round, concession stand located inside

DAY SPAS

A Perfect Face

12638 Ocean Gateway, West Ocean City

410-213-9883 | Aperfectface.com

Offering an atmosphere of luxurious comfort and tranquility featuring facials, massages, and a chic boutique shop

Creative Day Spa

91st Street and Coastal Highway

410-250-8664 | Creativedayspa.com

Full-service Caribbean style spa and salon with an array of services, has been serving Ocean City for over 30 years, packages, hair treatments, and so much more

PUBLIC PARKS

Inlet Park

2nd Street and Inlet

The southern-most park with viewing binoculars and informational signs overlooking Assateague Island, Ocean City’s time capsule located here

Downtown Recreation Complex

Between 3rd and 4th Street

Basketball courts, ballfields, skate park, two tennis courts, and a playground

Little Salisbury Neighborhood Park

94th Street and Coastal Highway

Two tennis courts, playground, basketball court, dog playground, and fun for the whole family

Northside Park

125th Street and Bayside

ADA accessible playground, 58 acres with three ball fields, fishing lagoon, picnic area, two piers, jogging paths, sports fields, indoor recreation center and much more

Fiesta Park

141st Street and Bayside

Wooded haven with nature trails and picnic shelter that provides a relaxing family recreational experience.

Sunset Park

South Division Street and Philadelphia Avenue

Promenade with views of the bay and Assateague Island, including restrooms, outdoor stage, and interpretive exhibits

North Surf Park

142nd Street and North Surf Road

Located in a lovely neighborhood, rolling turf, and scattered trees make it ideal for outdoor fun

Robin Park

28th Street and Robin Drive

Open space, small neighborhood park with a playground makes it a perfect place to enjoy the weather

Entry Park

North Division Street and Philadelphia Avenue

Directly at the foot of route 50 bridge, this beautiful open space welcomes visitors to Ocean City, Marlin sculpture and fountain, a popular photo spot for visitors

TRANSPORTION

Department of Transportation

410-723-1606 | Oceancitymd.gov

Ocean City Beach Bus

Oceancitymd.gov

Operates in both directions of Coastal Highway, available 24 hours a day, and is only $4 for an all-day pass

LOCAL INFORMATION

Ocean City Chamber of Commerce

12320 Ocean Gateway, West Ocean City
410-213-0552 | Oceancity.org

City Hall

301 North Baltimore Avenue
410-289-8221

General Information

Town of OC Website
Oceancitymd.gov
Tourism Inquiry 800-626-2326

MEDICAL INFORMATION

Atlantic General Hospital

1001 Philadelphia Avenue

410-289-6241 | Atlanticgeneral.org

Urgent care center, walk-in patients welcomed, provides excellent care for patients, and advanced health technology

TRAVEL INFORMATION

Roland E. Powell Convention Center

40th Street and Coastal Highway
410-289-2800 | Ocmdconventioncenter.com

One of Maryland’s premier meeting and event venues

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