Quick Summary:

  • Rich in history and heritage, and home to beautiful landscapes of rolling hills and abundant farmlands, Frederick in Western Maryland is packed with things to see and do for the whole family.
  • Enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, biking, camping, golfing, and fishing.
  • Tour local wineries, visit covered bridges, and explore well-preserved 18th and 19th-century architecture in several historic districts.
  • Discover excellent museums, including the National Museum of Civil War Medicine, the Schifferstadt Architectural Museum, and the Rose Hill Manor Park & Museums.
  • Relax in charming parks like Gambrill State Park.


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1. Historic Downtown Frederick ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Historic Downtown Frederick | Things to Do in Frederick, Maryland
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2. Carroll Creek Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Carroll Creek Park | Things to Do in Frederick, Maryland
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3. National Museum of Civil War Medicine

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National Museum of Civil War Medicine | Things to Do in Frederick, Maryland
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4. Monocacy National Battlefield

Monocacy National Battlefield | Things to Do in Frederick, Maryland
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5. McClintock Distilling

McClintock Distilling | Things to Do in Frederick, Maryland
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6. Weinberg Center for the Arts

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Weinberg Center for the Arts | Things to Do in Frederick, Maryland
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7. Harry Grove Stadium

Harry Grove Stadium | Things to Do in Frederick, Maryland
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8. Community Bridge Mural

Community Bridge Mural | Things to Do in Frederick, Maryland
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9. Summers Farm

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Summers Farm | Things to Do in Frederick, Maryland
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10. Gambrill State Park

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Gambrill State Park | Things to Do in Frederick, Maryland
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11. Dragon Distillery, LLC

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Dragon Distillery, LLC | Things to Do in Frederick, Maryland
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12. Rose Hill Manor Park & Museums

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Rose Hill Manor Park & Museums | Things to Do in Frederick, Maryland
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13. Schifferstadt

Schifferstadt | Things to Do in Frederick, Maryland
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14. Mount Olive Cemetery

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Mount Olive Cemetery | Things to Do in Frederick, Maryland
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15. Attaboy Beer

Attaboy Beer | Things to Do in Frederick, Maryland
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16. The Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center

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The Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center | Things to Do in Frederick, Maryland
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17. Emporium Antiques

Emporium Antiques | Things to Do in Frederick, Maryland
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18. Hidden Hills Farm & Vineyard

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Hidden Hills Farm & Vineyard | Things to Do in Frederick, Maryland
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19. Hessian Barracks

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Hessian Barracks | Things to Do in Frederick, Maryland
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20. Hootch & Banter

Hootch & Banter | Things to Do in Frederick, Maryland
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21. a.k.a Friscos

a.k.a Friscos | Things to Do in Frederick, Maryland
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