America’s Greatest
Family Resort®
Welcome to the Official Ocean City, NJ visitor’s information site which includes amusements, beach and boardwalk information, calendar of events, dining, directions, entertainment, lodging, news, real estate, shopping and wedding information.
Our city has activities tailored to the interests of all our guests, whether you’re visiting with your family in the summer or hosting a business meeting in the fall. With over a million visitors in our peak season, it’s easy to see why Ocean City, NJ, is the chosen vacation destination for families all over the country.
Adventure
There’s something for everyone at Ocean City, NJ! Not sure where to start?
Awards
Browse our many awards to see why OCNJ is a favorite vacation spot for tens of thousands of annual visitors.
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Best beaches on the east coast in 2022Beachfix
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New Jersey’s Favorite Beach in 2022NJ Sea Grant Consortium’s poll
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Cape May County’s Favorite Beach in 2022NJ Sea Grant Consortium’s poll
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Best Boardwalk in New Jersey in 2022NJ Monthly Magazine
All Ages
Whether you’re a kid or a kid at heart, you’ll quickly discover that Ocean City is designed with everyone’s “inner child” in mind. You’ll find no shortage of fun family places and activities, like miniature golf courses, amusement and water parks, camps, and kid-themed programs. Since Ocean City is a true family beach resort, you’ll be pleased to discover how affordably priced an OCNJ vacation can be. A great example is our “Family Night” event held on the boardwalk every Thursday night in July and August. Family Night features lots of fun activities like face painting, karaoke, and music. Best of all, it’s all free!
Plenty of affordable
Accommodations
When you plan a family vacation in Ocean City, New Jersey, there are plenty of answers to the question, “But where can we stay?” You’ll find accommodations ranging from hotels located just a few feet from the beach to a wide selection of motels and rental homes interspersed throughout the island. The sheer volume of accommodations makes finding a place suitable for the size of your brood without breaking your vacation budget as easy as a gentle ocean breeze! Don’t put off planning your next great family location another minute.
Shop local and support our amazing businesses today! 🛍️ From unique gifts to one-of-a-kind finds, there’s something for everyone.
PLUS, make it a day of holiday fun:
🎅 Photos with Santa at the Music Pier from 1-3 PM
🚗 Free Horse & Carriage Rides downtown from 12-3 PM
Come for the shopping, stay for the holiday cheer! 🎄✨ #ShopSmall #SupportLocal #OCNJ #SmallBusinessSaturday #PhotosWithSanta #HorseAndCarriageRides #ShopLocal
This #SmallBusinessSaturday, head to Downtown Ocean City, NJ, and discover all the unique treasures our local shops have to offer! 🛍️ Whether you’re hunting for holiday gifts, treating yourself to something special, or simply enjoying a day out, our small businesses are the heart of our community. ❤️
Let’s show some love to our local entrepreneurs who make Downtown OCNJ such a vibrant place to be! 🏙️
✨ Bonus: Many shops have special deals and festive surprises just for today! ✨
Tag your favorite OCNJ spots below and share the love! 💬👇
#ShopSmall #SupportLocal #OCNJ #SmallBusinessSaturday #DowntownOCNJ
Join us TODAY, Friday, Nov. 29, for a festive afternoon of fun, shopping, and holiday cheer in Downtown Ocean City, NJ!
✨ 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. – Enjoy discount shopping at local stores, grab lunch at a local restaurant, and soak in the holiday spirit with carolers and live performances along Asbury Avenue.
✨ 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. – Take a FREE horse-and-carriage ride, boarding at Sixth Street & Asbury Avenue!
✨ 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. – Visit Santa at Mark Soifer Park (Ninth Street & Asbury Avenue) – he’s excited to meet the kids!
✨ 4 p.m. – Entertainment and Christmas carols on the steps of City Hall.
✨ 5 p.m. – The big moment! Santa will descend from City Hall’s rooftop (with a little help from the Ocean City Fire Department) to light the Christmas Tree and illuminate City Hall. 🎄🎉
Come make memories and kick off the holiday season in Downtown OCNJ! 🛍️🎁
#MiracleOnAsburyAvenue #OCNJ #ChristmasInOCNJ #HolidayMagic #SmallTownChristmas #SantaInOCNJ #DowntownOCNJ
Visitor’s Guide
The Ocean City Visitor’s Guide provides information on Ocean City accommodations, dining, activities and events.
