Frederick
#5 in Best Places to Visit in Maryland
If you’re a fan of history, make a beeline for Frederick, a western Maryland city with deep ties to the Civil War. Start your trip exploring Monocacy National Battlefield and the National Museum of Civil War Medicine, or rent a bike and follow the 10-mile Frederick History Bicycle Loop, which stops at more than 20 historical sites. When you’ve gotten your fill of history, head to Downtown Frederick to check out its hundreds of shops, art galleries and restaurants. The city center is also where you’ll find the Public Art Trail and the Frederick Wine Trail.
National Harbor
#6 in Best Places to Visit in Maryland
National Harbor is home to some of Maryland’s best shops, restaurants and entertainment venues, so you can expect to never feel bored when you visit. Make your way to Tanager Outlets at National Harbor for some retail therapy, dine at a waterfront restaurant, enjoy a bird’s-eye view of nearby Washington, D.C., while riding the Capital Wheel or listen to live music during a complimentary summer concert. If you’re looking for a bit more excitement once the sun goes down, stop by MGM National Harbor to test Lady Luck in its casino or catch a show in its 3,000-seat theater.