4 days in Chincoteague Island & Ocean City Itinerary

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 13th (Sat): surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour, look for gifts at MamerSass, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Captain Dan's Around the Island Tours. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: look for all kinds of wild species at Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge.

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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Herndon to Chincoteague Island. In August, daytime highs in Chincoteague Island are 84°F, while nighttime lows are 69°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Sun) so you can go by car to Ocean City.

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 15th (Mon): indulge your taste buds at Fractured Prune, immerse yourself in nature at Fenwick Island State Park, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Northside Park. Here are some ideas for day two: savor the flavors at Eating Rehoboth and then get in on the family fun at Funland.

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You can drive from Chincoteague Island to Ocean City in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus, train, flight, and taxi; or do a combination of bus, flight, train, and taxi. In August, daytime highs in Ocean City are 83°F, while nighttime lows are 68°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Tue) early enough to travel back home.