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Bayside decks work if you bring snacks and skip formal cloth when toddlers melt—early seating beats 8 p.m. drama. Boardwalk tram rides reward patience after sand play. One sunset splurge plus casual ocean walks other nights balances budgets.
Sources: Visit Ocean City
Editorial visitor guidance for Ocean City, Maryland. Confirm current Town of Ocean City, Maryland DNR, NPS Assateague, and NWS rules when regulations or safety apply.
