5.0Frederick Visitor Center(215 reviews) - Must Stop Here for First Time Visitors. Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Visitor Centers
This is a multi-faceted center. Of course staffers will make recommendations for whatever your heart desires: museums, shopping, dining, etc. Exhibits highlight Frederick history, and an excellent movie does the same for all of Frederick County. Gifts and literature will get you on your way about town.See more..
Biked around 8 miles out then back around Oldtown just before Memorial Day, separate review of Paw Paw tunnel area. The towpath was wet in spots and is best for a hybrid or mountain bike, though a road bike probably would be OK. Great contrast with the very smooth Great Allegheny Passage with which this trail connects in Cumberland. Interesting remnants of the canal are near the path. One section contained a series of beaver dams that kept water in the canal prism and the water was coated with green from floating algae and aquatic plants. In this verdant year everything was green including the water. There are several interesting, preserved locks along the way. Some 1800's (?) buildings near locks are also preserved. This is worth visiting for the history and the workout on foot or bike using the old towpath. Sad that the Paw Paw Tunnel work interrupts the biking flow.See more..
Our goal is to promote the state's vibrant culture by shining a light on all the wonderful places to see and things to do in Maryland. Come enjoy our beautiful and informative exhibits about the area and let us help you plan your next trip to the Old Line State. Located on US 15 Catoctin Mountain Highway South. Amenities include: playground, pet area, truck/RV parking, picnic tables,and restrooms.See more..
Opened in March 2017, the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Visitor Center invites visitors to experience Tubman’s world through exhibits that are informative and emotive. Visitors have the opportunity to understand Tubman’s early years spent in the Choptank River region of Maryland along with the resistance movement of the Underground Railroad.See more..
Our goal is to promote the state's vibrant culture by shining a light on all the wonderful places to see and things to do in Maryland. Amenities include: pet area, bus/RV parking, picnic tables, vending, and restrooms.See more..
This place has it all - history, easy walks, challenging hikes, multiple outstanding waterways (great falls from the Maryland side of the Potomac) and unusual flora to experience. Easy to spend an entire day here. Note there is a vehicle entry fee ($20 I think it was) and national park annual pass covers that if you have the annual pass. Good for kids and older adults and all in between.See more..
So glad I walked all the way around the beautiful park because I thought it was closed at first. Wonderful facility. Stop 1 on a history tour and a wealth of knowledge about the area!! So so glad I stopped. Hidden gems everywhere in this county!See more..
4.5Cumberland Visitor Center(71 reviews) - National Park Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Visitor Centers
We were surprised that this is part of the National Park system. My grandchildren aged 11 and 9 were able to earn their badges. Museum is full of interesting information about the C & O Canal. We were able to walk along the tow path and see an actual barge. The Park Ranger was so very nice to the boys. They were a little disappointed that the gift shop was closed.See more..
The Chesapeake Heritage & Visitor Center (CHVC) provides visitors information needed to discover all that Queen Anne’s County has to offer! Visitor Center staff are available to assist with directions, information and local destination points of interest. While at the Chesapeake Heritage & Visitors Center be sure to check out the Chesapeake Legacy Museum. Here you’ll find interactive informational displays dedicated to the history, heritage, and culture of Queen Anne’s County. The museum also features a rotating artists series, displaying artwork with an emphasis on the Eastern Shore. Take the elevator or the spiral staircases to the outdoor viewing tower for breathtaking 360 views of the Kent Narrows Waterfront. On the grounds of the CHVC you will access the entrance to Ferry Point Park. Take the 530 ft boardwalk over the marsh to a secluded cove offering benches, picnic tables and a short walking trail over looking the Chester River.See more..
This is a great place to get info not only on Old Ellicott City, but all of Howard County. There are all kinds of brochures on various attractions, hotels, restaurants etc. The people working here genuinely enjoy their job and talking to people. They can give you all sorts of info and insights on the area. Also, the bathrooms are clean!!See more..
5.0Washington D.C. Temple & Visitors' Center(34 reviews) - The DC Temple is gorgeous! Saturday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Visitor Centers • Churches & Cathedrals
Visitors of all ages are invited to a free public open house held through June 11, 2022. Take a tour of the temple and enjoy the beautiful grounds. Learn more about the purposes and history of this remarkable house of the Lord. After the temple is formally dedicated, entrance is reserved for members of the Church. The adjacent Visitors Center will reopen to the public Friday, June 17 daily from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM. The center is open year-round with exhibits, activities, and events that are family friendly, free of charge, and open to the public.See more..
4.5Ocean City Chamber of Commerce(26 reviews) - This should be your first stop in OC! Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Visitor Centers
Although I have been vacationing in Ocean City for many years, this is still the first place I stop before checking in to my hotel. Rest rooms are very clean but my main reason for stopping is for the tremendous amount of information, brochures and coupons they have to offer. You can find coupons for everything Ocean City has to offer: restaurants, amusement parks, water sports, boardwalk activities, etc. Staff members are very pleasant and anxious to answer questions and provide information. If you want to save a little money while in OC, this is the place to go for coupons. Also, a little gem is the Sunny Days guide you can pick up here as well. Its a great guide for all that Ocean City has to offer.See more..
Stopped in here to pick up a map with the Solomons Island attractions. Helpful desk personnel recommended restaurants and parking. Clean restrooms.See more..
4.5Havre de Grace Visitors Center(21 reviews) - Great place to get a lay of the historical land Spent < 1 hour Visitor Centers
There's a map of what life was like before and after the 1813 fire. Just push a button and listen while lights let you know where things happened. We also picked up a flyer for the Lafayette Trail here. It gave us information about significant buildings while we had a nice walk around town.See more..
5.0Bay Country Welcome Center(18 reviews) - Don’t Miss this Visitor Center Spent < 1 hour Visitor Centers
Plan your next Maryland trip, get directions, and see beautiful Maryland displays at this wonderful Welcome Center. Pet area, picnic tables, restrooms, vending machines, and bus parking.See more..
Open Thursday through Monday Serves traffic heading toward Baltimore and Eastern Shore as well as Washington and Points South. Rest Area open 24 hours per day, 7 days per week year round. Amenities include family restrooms, playground, bus, RV and car parking. Picnic tables, walking path and pet friendly! Vending available. Let us plan your next Maryland Visit!See more..
My son was on a school trip for a Drumline Competition in Ohio and somehow lost his phone here. A good samaritan turned it in and Kim was so helpful. He was able to charge the phone to identify it as my sons then move it from the West bound side to the East so my son could easily pick it up on the way back. Thank you so much!See more..
4.0Kent County Visitors Center(13 reviews) - A Worthwhile First Stop for Visitors Spent < 1 hour Visitor Centers This was our first stop, as we were first-time visitors to Chestertown, as we explore potential places to retire. The Welcome center has plenty of parking, it is clean and welcoming. The attendant was very knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful. There are many free brochures, all very helpful. Just what we needed. Noticed bathrooms on the way out, but did not check them out. See more..
Youghiogheny Overlook Welcome Center traveler information resources. Plan your trip here. Amenities include restrooms truck, bus, RV and car parking. Picnic tables, walking path and pet area as well as vending. No dumping station available.See more..
4.0The Old Jail Museum(11 reviews) - Old Jail Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Visitor Centers • Historic Sites • History Museums
Built in 1876 and in use until 1945 by the oldest sheriff’s office in the nation, this granite block and brick structure retains its original upstairs cells where prisoners were once segregated by gender and race. Site on the Underground Railroad Network to Freedom.See more..
5.0Wicomico County Tourist Information Center(5 reviews) - Better than the average visitors center. Visitor Centers We checked out this location just to see what was there. They have wi fi which reaches into the parking lot which is a plus. The park offers a playground for kids. The playground equipment is the same that I played on in 1975 at the city park but is in good repair. There is a stream there that 2 wooden bridges cross one of wich is in disrepair but has the potential for good photo opportunitys. They also host a dog walking area. Inside the employees were helpful and courteous. Its a nice place to get off the road for awhile. See more..
Our goal is to promote the state's vibrant culture by shining light on all the wonderful places to see and things to do in Maryland. Amenities include travel information on the State Of Maryland and Washington D.C.; vending machines; water fountains; restrooms; newspaper stands; and recycle bins. The Center also features truck, RV, and bus parking lots; a dumping station; and picnic tables.See more..
5.0Assateague Island Visitor Center(5 reviews) - Nice Stop before visiting Assateague Island. Saturday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Visitor Centers
Passed by the Assateague Island Visitor Center many times while camping and going to the beach on Assateague Island. I was told to stop there and check it out by a friend, so this time I stopped. Nice center with great displays to study. Nice gift shop for Assateague Island souvenirs. Plenty of parking and a nice deck to sit and talk. Masks are required to enter at this time. (September 2021).See more..
4.5Crain Memorial Welcome Center(4 reviews) - Nice small welcome center with free EV charging Saturday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Spent < 1 hour Visitor Centers
I stopped here on both parts of my trip from Virginia up to Annapolis. Very friendly staff that was interested in my electric car which I was charging there for free. Definitely a nice stop after crossing the "scary bridge" over the Potomac.See more..
4.5Somerset County Visitors Center(4 reviews) - Beautiful setting. Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Visitor Centers
The Visitor Center welcomes tourists and locals alike. We carry brochures from all regions of Maryland, maps, and other information.See more..
5.0Sparks Bank Nature Center(2 reviews) - Beautiful slice of nature along the river Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Visitor Centers
The Sparks nature Center and park are easy to locate on Sparks Road off York Road just a few miles north of Hunt Valley. The park borders the Big Gunpowder River above where it joins Loch Raven Reservoir. There is adequate parking at the old bank/nature center, and many people were seen unloading bicycles and setting off on the well maintained paths running both north and south. The path apparently follows what was once the Northern Central Railroad line. The nature center itself is only open on weekends. The old iron bridge across the river is of historical interest itself. Also there is an old elementary school along the road, and both the school and bank are made of stone. The school is over 110 years old and has not been restored since a fire 20+ years ago. The bank was building over 105 years ago. The plaque/historical market on site has not been well maintained and is difficult to read. The combination of local history and well preserved woodlands make fir an enjoyable outing. See more..
3.5Tome Visitor Center and Turtle Habitat(2 reviews) - Limited access to visitor center, but fill access to riverside promenade Saturday: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Visitor Centers
The Tome Visitor Center provides history and information on the Town of Port Deposit. Brochures, literature, local artifacts and memorabilia are available and on display. The Towson University Northern Map Turtle Research Center is also located within the Visitor Center.See more..
Our goal is to promote the state's vibrant culture by shining light on all the wonderful places to see and things to do in Maryland. Amenities include travel information on the State Of Maryland and Washington D.C.; vending machines; water fountains; restrooms; newspaper stands; and recycle bins. The Center also features truck, RV, and bus parking lots; and picnic tables and benches.See more..
Willow Grove Nature Education Center hosted an event by Gilchrist to help families celebrate loved ones who had passed. The main feature was education about and the release of new butterflies and a walk on the trails around the property. Even with the rain, the setting in one of the valleys leading to Loch Raven Reservoir and the Gunpowder River, was beautiful. It was the tiny mushrooms and flowers that I remember most. Looking forward to a sunny day to explore moreSee more..
