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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Enjoy endless fun for all ages at Adventure Park USA ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Visit the Babe Ruth Birthplace and Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Tour the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Museum

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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4. Learn the stories behind the Baltimore Museum of Industry

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5. Have fun outdoors at the Bear Branch Nature Center

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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6. Have fun with kids at Pirate Adventures on the Chesapeake

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7. Go on an adventure with C&O Canal Boat Rides

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8. Play sports at Cabin John Regional Park

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9. Enjoy family activities at the Calvert Marine Museum

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10. Explore scenic trails at Catoctin Mountain Park

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11. Get up close with fascinating animals at the Catoctin Wildlife Preserve and Zoo

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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12. Spend a rainy day at the Chesapeake Children's Museum

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13. Visit the College Park Aviation Museum, dedicated to the worlds oldest airfield

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14. Escape to the scenic Great Falls Park

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15. Pet cute animals at the Green Meadows Petting Farm

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16. Relax and learn at the Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum

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17. Enjoy a day of fun at Jolly Roger Pier Amusements

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18. Explore the universe at the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

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19. Learn about marine animals at the National Aquarium in Baltimore

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20. Take the kids to the KID Museum in Bethesda, Maryland

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21. Visit the historic Surratt House Museum

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22. Learn about local history at the Brunswick Heritage Museum

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Q: What makes Maryland a great destination for families?
  • A: Maryland offers an impressive selection of activities and adventures you have to try with kids.
  • Q: What types of places can families visit in Maryland?
  • A: There are quite a number of fun and interesting places for families to visit throughout the state, ranging from historic sites and a diverse variety of museums to state parks, islands, amusement parks, lakes, and sandy beaches.

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