2 days in Mid Atlantic Itinerary

One of the country's favorite vacation resorts, Ocean City draws nearly 8 million visitors annually with its oceanfront boardwalk, clean beaches, and amusement parks.

Start off your visit on the 8th (Sat): tee off at The Links at Lighthouse Sound, then enjoy the sand and surf at Ocean City Beach, and then take in the waterfront at Ocean City Boardwalk.

To find maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Ocean City vacation planner.

Washington DC to Ocean City is an approximately 3-hour car ride. You can also take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. While traveling from Washington DC, expect slightly colder days and about the same nights in Ocean City, ranging from highs of 69°F to lows of 55°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Chincoteague Island.

Famous for a wild breed of horses--Chincoteague Ponies--Chincoteague Island embraces the mystery of some of North America’s oldest inhabitants.

Start off your visit on the 9th (Sun): explore the striking landscape of Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge.

For reviews, where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Chincoteague Island visit planner.

Getting from Ocean City to Chincoteague Island by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and taxi. In May, plan for daily highs up to 72°F, and evening lows to 57°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sun) so you can go by car back home.