Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Ocean City travel guide

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You're Going to Love Ocean City

With a population of 11,701, Ocean City is a must-see destination in New Jersey, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Ocean City deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Ocean City

If you’re looking for affordable options, Jon & Patty's (637 Asbury Ave) and Ocean City Yacht Club (100 Bay Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Ocean City

Ocean City in January
Estimated hotel price
$85
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ocean City in January
Estimated hotel price
$85
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Ocean City

Plane

When flying to Ocean City, you’ll arrive at Atlantic City (ACY), which is located 12 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Ocean City departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 13m.

Car

Another option to get to Ocean City is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 107 miles from Ocean City. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Ocean City, including American Airlines, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Ocean City takes 80 miles and will cost you around $924. From Allentown, the ticket costs about $1,847 for a journey of 1245 miles.

Plane

When flying to Ocean City, you’ll arrive at Atlantic City (ACY), which is located 12 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Ocean City departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 13m.

Car

Another option to get to Ocean City is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 107 miles from Ocean City. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Ocean City, including American Airlines, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Ocean City takes 80 miles and will cost you around $924. From Allentown, the ticket costs about $1,847 for a journey of 1245 miles.

Airports near Ocean City

PHLPhiladelphia
ACYAtlantic City
TTNTrenton-Mercer

Airlines serving Ocean City

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ocean City

Average rates range from around $326 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $537 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include The Forum and The Crossings Ocean City. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Ocean City, with prices from $43 to $1,373 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Ocean City are about 131% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Ocean City by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Ocean City

Most booked hotels in Ocean City

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Harris House By The Beach
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 653 reviews)
$166+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Absecon-Atlantic City Area
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 920 reviews)
$107+
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Ocean Manor 1100 Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 763 reviews)
$130+
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Seaview, A Dolce Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 554 reviews)
$239+
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The Forum
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 295 reviews)
$194+
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Sifting Sands Motel
2 stars
Good (7.8, 794 reviews)
$121+
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Renting a car in Ocean City

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Ocean City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Standard (Ford Edge or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Ocean City, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Ocean City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Standard (Ford Edge or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Ocean City, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.

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