Take a Walk Off the Boardwalk
Seasoned Ocean City visitors know that our world-famous Boardwalk is something special, and our beaches and bay are perennial favorites. But they also know the best-kept secret in Ocean City is our Asbury Avenue downtown shopping district, which is home to everything you need and more on your trip down the Shore!
This central jewel of Ocean City features a vibrant community of locally owned businesses. These shops include everything area visitors and local homeowners need and want, from surfing supplies to gifts for the home to carpet and tile. Open year-round, these Ocean City boutiques and businesses welcome all patrons, from long-time natives to just-for-the-weekend visitors!
Our Ocean City shops and stores pride themselves on being more than your traditional shopping mall. Here, you’ll find that charming, small-town ambiance and members of the OCNJ community who truly want to help. Most of these shops are family-owned and have been for years, carrying on legacies of quality hardware furnishings, melt-in-your-mouth baked goods and unique novelty items. Whether you’re searching for the ideal memento of your special vacation or you’d like to find unique gifts for your loved ones, the Avenue is where you need to go!
Something for Everyone in Downtown Ocean City
Take a step back from the Boardwalk, and you’ll see that Asbury Avenue is more than a place to get your novelty shell necklaces and funny t-shirts. Of course, you’ll find an abundance of those here, but you’ll also find beautiful art galleries, fine fashion, exquisite dining, imported furniture and artisan ice creams and bakeries.
So, throw on your sandals and sunglasses and get started. You’ll be sure to find the perfect necklace or watch for your loved one back home, sculptures and paintings that complement any decor and photographers who will help you document this fun vacation. And don’t forget to get your surf on at one of our surf shops, which carry the best brands in the industry.
