Rainy Day Activities in Ocean City, MD

beach on a rainy day

Are you looking for rainy day activities in Ocean City, MD? The local experts at Boardwalk Hotel Group have you covered! We know that no one wants to be stuck inside during their beach vacation, but if you’re headed to the shore and there’s some rain in your forecast, you’ve come to the right place! 

Check out these top 5 things to do on a rainy day in Ocean City, MD, chosen by the local experts at the Boardwalk Hotel Group, and book your oceanfront vacation to OCMD today

Top 5 Things to Do on a Rainy Day

  1. Go for a Swim

Swimming isn’t only for the summer months! Book your stay at the recently renovated Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel and relax in our indoor pool and hot tub, both equipped with an accessible lift!

  1. Eat a Great Meal

Grab a bite to eat at one of Ocean City’s amazing local restaurants! Deciding on where to go? Narrow down your choices by sorting by what you’re in the mood for. No matter what cuisine you’re hungry for, OCMD has it all! 

  1. Indoor Mini-Golf

Enjoy the “official” sport of Ocean City and go indoor mini-golfing at Old Pro Golf’s 68th Street location! Climate-controlled, and open year-round, this indoor golf course features fun arcades for even more fun while you wait for the sun to come out. 

  1. Ripleys Believe It or Not!

Walk out of your hotel room and onto the boardwalk for some indoor fun at Ripley’s Believe It or Not! on Atlantic Avenue. In Ripley’s two-story museum, you’ll find over 500 oddities, exhibits, and interesting artifacts that can keep the family busy for hours. 

  1. Visit a Museum

Learn some Ocean City history at the Ocean City Life-Saving Museum! Located on the boardwalk at the Inlet, the Life-Saving museum was built in 1891 and is used today for historical and educational purposes. Learn all about the life-saving service of the early 20th century, enjoy relics from years past, and let the kiddos play in the Little Keepers Day Room. 

Note: If there is a severe storm, please seek shelter and stay safe in accordance with local guidance before you seek out a rainy day boredom-buster!  

Ocean City Hotel Packages and Specials

Winterfest of Lights Package

Save big on a weekend getaway to OCMD when you book the Winterfest of Lights Package at the Howard Johnson Oceanfront Plaza Hotel. Book a two-night stay in a standard room for just $199, or an oceanfront room for only $249! Your package also includes 4 tickets to Winterfest of Lights and $40 in meal vouchers! 

Family Winter Fun Package

Have fun when you stay and play in Ocean City with our Family Winter Fun Package at the Howard Johnson Oceanfront Plaza Hotel! This package includes a two-night hotel room, four $25 game cards to Alley Oops, one $50 gift card to Alley Oops, and four $10 meal vouchers! Book Sunday through Thursday and spend $250 on a standard room, or $285 for an oceanfront view. Or stay Friday and Saturday night and pay $295 for a standard room, or $335 for an oceanfront room. 

So, what are you waiting for?  Book your beach vacation and plan a holiday escape to Ocean City, Maryland today. Call 800-926-1122, we can’t wait to see you!