Top 9 Free Things to do in Ocean City, New Jersey (NJ)

September 6, 2021 Brandee Mangan

Ocean City is a city in Cape May County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the city's population was 11,701, reflecting a decline of 3,677 (-23.9%) from the 15,378 counted in the 2000 Census, which had in turn declined by 134 (-0.9%) from the 15,512 counted in the 1990 Census. In summer months, with an influx of tourists and second homeowners, there are estimated to be 115,000 to 130,000 within the city's borders.
Restaurants in Ocean City

1. Shrivers Salt Water Taffy

9th street & Boardwalk, Ocean City, NJ 08226 +1 609-399-0100 http://www.shrivers.com
Excellent
80%
Good
19%
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Poor
2%
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 118 reviews

Shrivers Salt Water Taffy

Reviewed By LauraT2211 - San Francisco, United States

I visited Shrivers with my husband and family. The whole experience was great. They have tons of different flavors of taffy (I like the peppermint) which you can mix and match as you please. I have had taffy from a bunch of different spots in the US and this definitely tasted fresh. You can even see the taffy being made in the back of the store which is fun to watch. The atmosphere is great and there are fun other types of candy as well - I brought back some fudge for my mom which she liked. Definitely a good stop if you are in the area and craving sugar.

2. Ocean City Boardwalk

Ocean City, NJ 08226 +1 609-399-1412 [email protected] http://www.oceancityvacation.com/about-the-island/island-map/custom-boardwalk-map.html
Excellent
71%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,842 reviews

Ocean City Boardwalk

With its quaint storefronts, amusement rides and Music Pier, Ocean City is everything you'd expect from the real Jersey shore. This family-friendly town boasts a two-mile boardwalk dotted with amusements, pizza parlors, and seaside stores.

Reviewed By laurie429 - Broomall, United States

Almost Always a great idea. Get great exercise walking or in the morning riding a bike or surrey. If you aren't feeling energized sit on one of the many benches a spend some time people watching. So Much Fun! Stores are great I love Marty's and of course the phenominal food--Johnson Popcorn, Curley's Fries, Funnel Cake, Fudge, Ice Cream, Salt Water Taffy, etc.. ok I love the food. Go into Shriver's and get a fabulous Candy Apple --sooooo good yum

3. Bag Boutique

836 Boardwalk, Ocean City, NJ 08226-3633 +1 609-398-7403
Excellent
67%
Good
11%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
11%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 9 reviews

Bag Boutique

4. Stainton's

810 Asbury Ave, Ocean City, NJ 08226-3607 +1 609-545-8688 [email protected] http://www.staintons.com/
Excellent
76%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 29 reviews

Stainton's

Stainton's offers a collection of more than 70 distinctive shops, each offering an array of unusual and unique merchandise. Many items are one of a kind. Browsing our floor, you'll find a variety of merchant displays including jewelry, candles, art, apparel, furnishings, pottery, toys, children's apparel, collectibles and more.

5. Downtown Ocean City

6-14th on Asbury Avenue, Ocean City, NJ 08226 +1 609-399-6111 http://www.oceancityvacation.com/where-to-shop/downtown.html
Excellent
53%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
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Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 93 reviews

Downtown Ocean City

Reviewed By kimmee82

Need a Paw-fect Gift for Your Furkid? Looking for an Unique, One of a Kind, Present for that Dog/Cat/Animal -Obsessed person in your life? Then head to The Animal House! Best Selection of Toys, Treats, Food, Apparel (both for the 4-legged & their humans), Jewelry, Housewares ... Basically this Store houses EVERYTHING! And if Shani does not carry a product she’s more than willing to either order it in OR recommend a product that is equivocal or superior! Not only does this store have amazing products it’s also family owned and operated! You’ll enter as a stranger and leave as an extended family member!

6. Corson's Inlet State Park

5898 Bay Avenue, Ocean City, NJ 08226 http://www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/corsons.html
Excellent
56%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 62 reviews

Corson's Inlet State Park

Reviewed By V6955YYroberts - North Wales, United States

We went to this beach on a weekday to escape the crowds. It was beautiful, clean and not crowded at all. No swimming here, but we brought our chairs, ate lunch and walked down to the inlet. It was our first visit to this park and we will be back!!

7. It'Sugar

952 Boardwalk Unit A&B, Ocean City, NJ 08226-3575 +1 609-312-6780 http://itsugar.com/
Excellent
69%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 13 reviews

It'Sugar

Reviewed By Disneygrl6 - Philadelphia, United States

This store is one of my favourite places on the OC boardwalk! The things that I find in there are always so unique and adorable. They have a great selection of candy that is sure to have something for everyone. The pillows are my favourite and I haven’t found some of them anywhere else.

8. Ocean City Welcome Center

300 W 9th St, Ocean City, NJ 08226 +1 609-399-1412
Excellent
80%
Good
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Poor
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4.5 based on 10 reviews

Ocean City Welcome Center

Reviewed By 987dickg

Stopped by checked the center out very nice clean large area lots of information on things to do and see, they also have a wild bird rookery just outside the birds were very active and fun to watch spent 2 hrs there great stop a must see if you are going to Ocean city.

9. Hoy's Five & Ten

732 Asbury Ave, Ocean City, NJ 08226-3721 +1 609-398-4697 http://hoys510.com/
Excellent
36%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
9%
Terrible
10%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 11 reviews

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