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Winding down in Midtown

By AnneJanuary 14, 20212 min read

Winding down in Midtown

Midtown Ocean City runs from 29th street up to the Route 90 Bridge, roughly the area between the Boardwalk and the high rise. It's known for its low lying buildings and great bayside restaurants like Seacret's, Fager's and Macky's. It's home to the Ocean City Convention Center, built in 1970 and expanded several times since. Midtown is also home to the infamous median fence which was erected in 2017, and there is a mixture of established hotels like the Princess Bayside and Castle in the Sand, and newer hotels such as the Aloft Ocean City and Residence Inn Ocean City which have prime bayside locations. It's a great spot on the bay for watersports, with Odyssea Watersports and Bayside Boat Rentals both located there. The widest part of midtown is where Jolly Roger's Splash Mountain sits, its giant wheel and water slides rising above everything else. Jolly Roger has been there in one form or another since 1964, a time when midtown was really growing. The beach is as beautiful as anywhere in Ocean City, but the bayside features prominently throughout the area. We have gathered some photos of midtown Ocean City for you take a look.

Surfer's enjoying the beach at 48th Street

Ocean City Convention Center

Early morning on the midtown beach

Hanging out at Seacret's

The bay at Fager's

Life guard on duty on the beach on 50th Street

Dancing Dolphins near the entrance to Ocean City from the Rt90 Bridge

View over the bay from the Aloft Ocean City

Odyssea Watersports on 50th Street and the bay

Midtown beach in the off season

Macky's Bayside Bar and Grill

View of the bay from the Residence Inn Ocean City

On the beach looking north from 32nd Street

The infamous median fence

Bayside Boat Rentals on 53rd Street and the bay

Sunset at Fager's Island

Behind the Convention Center

The Princess Bayside Hotel on 48th Street

Leave only your footsteps

Sun setting over the Bay on 40th Street

About Anne

Anne, a native of Edinburgh, Scotland, discovered Ocean City over three decades ago and was so captivated by its charm that she decided to make it her permanent home. Her love for travel remains strong, but Ocean City holds a special place in her heart. Anne's deep connection to the town is evident in her role as a seasoned writer for OceanCity.com, a position she's held since September 2014. Her frequent visits to local events, businesses, restaurants, and hotels have given her an insider's perspective, making her an invaluable resource for newcomers seeking the best experiences Ocean City has to offer.

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