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1. Annapolis ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Baltimore, Maryland ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Hagerstown

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4. Thurmont, Maryland

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5. Berlin

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6. St. Michaels

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7. Laurel

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8. Aberdeen

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9. Salisbury

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10. Historic Downtown Frederick

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11. Chesapeake City

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12. Assateague Island National Seashore

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13. Rockville

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14. Fell's Point

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15. Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge

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16. Greenbelt, Maryland

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17. Cumberland, Maryland

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18. Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park

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19. Harmony Hall

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20. Catoctin Mountain Park

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21. Deep Creek Lake

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22. Downs Park

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23. Rocky Gap State Park

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24. Thomas Stone National Historic Site

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25. Fort Foote Park

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Maryland is a beautiful state with charming coastal towns, forests, lakes, islands, waterfalls, amusement parks, campgrounds, resorts and an array of attractions. If you were to define the state of Maryland in just two words, you could call it “Miniature America” and if you want to see why they call it that, then you should explore some of the fascinating destinations in the state. Here are the best places to visit in Maryland.

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