Gather your family and prepare for one of the most fun road trips ever. For this particular trip we focused on the eastern shore region so that you’d have plenty of exciting places to stop before finally ending up in Ocean City. From themed-restaurants to exciting rides, there is so much to see and do! Read on, follow along with the map if you wish, and have a blast!

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  1. Delmarva Discovery Museum - Pocomoke City

Delmarva Discovery Museum / Facebook First we’re heading to Delmarva Discovery Museum in Pocomoke City. Learn about the rich history of Delmarva by exploring the interesting exhibits, and don’t forget to visit the resident otters! Delmarva Discovery Museum, 2 Market St, Pocomoke City, MD 21851, USA

  1. Mad Hatter Cafe - Salisbury

Mad Hatter Cafe / The Looking Glass / Facebook Did you know that there’s an Alice In Wonderland themed restaurant in Maryland? It’s known as Mad Hatter Cafe and it’s full of whimsical details. Enjoy the magical decor all around and chow down on delicious food while you’re at it. Mad Hatter Cafe, 501 W Main St Unit b, Salisbury, MD 21801, USA

  1. Salisbury Zoo - Salisbury

Salisbury Zoo / Facebook Salisbury Zoo is always worth a stop, especially because admission is FREE (donations encouraged). There are dozens of animals to see and they’re all so interesting. Salisbury Zoological Park, 755 S Park Dr, Salisbury, MD 21804, USA

  1. The Mermaid Museum - Berlin

Don Heany / Google An entire museum dedicated to mermaids awaits in Berlin. The exhibits feature mermaid lore and more, and after you’re finished exploring, don’t forget to pose for a photo in the mermaid bathtub! The Mermaid Museum, 4 Jefferson St, Berlin, MD 21811, USA

  1. Frontier Town - Berlin

westernthemepark.frontiertown.com Seeking a spot to stop and stay for a few days? Frontier Town is always a great option. This western-themed campground has wild west shows, a themed pool, mini golf, and so much more. Your days here are sure to be packed-full of fun. Sun Outdoors Frontier Town Western Theme Park, 8428 Stephen Decatur Hwy, Berlin, MD 21811, USA

  1. Baja Amusements - Ocean City

Baja Amusements / Google Baja Amusements is an underrated spot in West Ocean City. It features various rides, climbing walls, go-karts, and more. Challenge your family to a go-kart race and see who wins! Baja Amusements, 12639 Ocean Gateway, Ocean City, MD 21842, USA

  1. Dead Freddies - Ocean City

Dead Freddies on the Bay / Facebook When you arrive in Ocean City you’re sure to be hungry. Dead Freddies is one of the best restaurants for families in the area. This pirate-themed restaurant features tasty food and a sandy outdoor area complete with a pirate playground! Dead Freddies Island Grill, 105 64th St, Ocean City, MD 21842, USA

Looking for more fun things to do in Maryland? How about heading to a whimsical playground? Check out Marty’s Magical Woods, which is home to giant trolls and more!

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Delmarva Discovery Museum / Facebook

First we’re heading to Delmarva Discovery Museum in Pocomoke City. Learn about the rich history of Delmarva by exploring the interesting exhibits, and don’t forget to visit the resident otters!

Delmarva Discovery Museum, 2 Market St, Pocomoke City, MD 21851, USA

Mad Hatter Cafe / The Looking Glass / Facebook

Did you know that there’s an Alice In Wonderland themed restaurant in Maryland? It’s known as Mad Hatter Cafe and it’s full of whimsical details. Enjoy the magical decor all around and chow down on delicious food while you’re at it.

Mad Hatter Cafe, 501 W Main St Unit b, Salisbury, MD 21801, USA

Salisbury Zoo / Facebook

Salisbury Zoo is always worth a stop, especially because admission is FREE (donations encouraged). There are dozens of animals to see and they’re all so interesting.

Salisbury Zoological Park, 755 S Park Dr, Salisbury, MD 21804, USA

Don Heany / Google

An entire museum dedicated to mermaids awaits in Berlin. The exhibits feature mermaid lore and more, and after you’re finished exploring, don’t forget to pose for a photo in the mermaid bathtub!

The Mermaid Museum, 4 Jefferson St, Berlin, MD 21811, USA

westernthemepark.frontiertown.com

Seeking a spot to stop and stay for a few days? Frontier Town is always a great option. This western-themed campground has wild west shows, a themed pool, mini golf, and so much more. Your days here are sure to be packed-full of fun.

Sun Outdoors Frontier Town Western Theme Park, 8428 Stephen Decatur Hwy, Berlin, MD 21811, USA

Baja Amusements / Google

Baja Amusements is an underrated spot in West Ocean City. It features various rides, climbing walls, go-karts, and more. Challenge your family to a go-kart race and see who wins!

Baja Amusements, 12639 Ocean Gateway, Ocean City, MD 21842, USA

Dead Freddies on the Bay / Facebook

When you arrive in Ocean City you’re sure to be hungry. Dead Freddies is one of the best restaurants for families in the area. This pirate-themed restaurant features tasty food and a sandy outdoor area complete with a pirate playground!

Dead Freddies Island Grill, 105 64th St, Ocean City, MD 21842, USA

 

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