There are countless activities available to be experienced; however, there are a few things that qualify as "uniquely Ocean City," and should be experienced. The Ocean City boardwalk is nearly impossible to miss, as it covers three miles of the Ocean City shoreline. Here, locals and visitors can enjoy the shopping, surf shops, bike rentals, phenomenal Ocean City restaurants and fresh salt water taffy that will give Atlantic City vendors a run for their money! About eight miles from Ocean City is Assateague Island -- a haven for those interested in wildlife. It's worth the trip just to see the wild ponies who roam freely.