What To Do

OCNJ offers something to do for children of all ages. Plan activities for your next family vacation from these listings for plenty of family fun.

Enjoy 8 miles of sand and surf on the Atlantic ocean side or plenty of water activities on the OCNJ bay side. Learn about our many Ocean City beaches, including which feature lifeguards and how to get beach tags.

With ocean and bay coastline, there’s no shortage of ways to have fun in and on the Ocean City waters. Enjoy a pleasure cruise, rent a small craft for a boat ride with Ocean City, NJ boat rentals, or hop on a charter boat for ocean views.

Each year hundreds of thousands of visitors travel near and far just to visit Ocean City’s Boardwalk with its amusement rides, water parks, arcade games, ice cream and more! For many, the beach boardwalk activities are a family tradition filled with anticipation.

Cyclists can safely bike or use a surrey (multi-person bike) on several bike paths. Find Ocean City bike rentals and route maps here.

Check out our event calendar, listed with activities and Ocean City, NJ events.

Our community organizations bring together residents and visitors to better the community.

Open year-round, downtown OC offers some of the best activities, shopping, and dining options along the Jersey shore.

From bluefish to flounder, fishing adventures and action in Ocean City occur year-round.

Looking for golf courses near Ocean City, NJ? Check out the public, 12-hole Ocean City Municipal Golf Course, open to players of all ages.

Rent a kayak for a half day, full day or week for fun in the challenging ocean or serene bay.

From sports and games to amusements and performances, OCNJ has activities and family fun for children of all ages.

An OCNJ vacation is not complete without a round of mini golf! Use our listings to find a course near your vacation accommodation.

The OCNJ area offers tours, museums, and aquariums for full days of family fun.

Information on where to shop.

Information on stand-up paddle boarding rentals and lessons.

Find where Ocean City allows surfing and where rentals are available.

Ocean City maintains several public tennis courts for friendly competition among family, friends and neighbors.

Try jet skiing, kiteboarding or windsurfing and add some excitement to your stay.

You’re on vacation, take a moment to relax with Ocean City’s yoga studios.