When the barrier island now known as Ocean City was purchased from a fisherman in the late 1800s, it was developed with the intention of being a seaside resort people could visit with their families. Today, it holds the nickname of “America’s Greatest Family Resort '', so it’s no surprise that Ocean City, New Jersey brings in visitors from all over the country year after year. With an abundance of restaurants, shops, activities, water sports, camps, amusement parks, and a boardwalk just as popular as its beaches, you will come to know and love what so many others do about this charming, coastal town.