Quick Summary:

  • Question: What are two towns with main attractions in Montgomery County, Maryland?
    Answer: The towns of Gaithersburg and Germantown.
  • Question: When was Gaithersburg established, and how has it grown?
    Answer: Gaithersburg was established in 1878 and has grown from a rural farming community to an urban city with many high-tech headquarters.
  • Question: What characterizes Germantown compared to Gaithersburg?
    Answer: Germantown retains some of its small-town charm despite its rapid growth.
  • Question: What outdoor attractions are in the area?
    Answer: Outdoor attractions include Butler’s Orchard, Bohrer Park, and Great Seneca Valley Stream Park.
  • Question: What other activities and attractions can visitors enjoy in the area?
    Answer: Visitors can explore arts centers, galleries, farms, markets, museums, restaurants, and shopping venues.


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1. BlackRock Center for the Arts ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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BlackRock Center for the Arts | Things to Do in Gaithersburg and Germantown, Maryland
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2. Bohrer Park at Summit Hall ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Bohrer Park at Summit Hall | Things to Do in Gaithersburg and Germantown, Maryland
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3. Butler’s Orchard

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Butler’s Orchard | Things to Do in Gaithersburg and Germantown, Maryland
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4. Gaithersburg Arts Barn

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Gaithersburg Arts Barn | Things to Do in Gaithersburg and Germantown, Maryland
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5. Gaithersburg Community Museum

Category: Museums & Culture
Gaithersburg Community Museum | Things to Do in Gaithersburg and Germantown, Maryland
© Gaithersburg Community Museum

6. Great Seneca Stream Valley Park

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Great Seneca Stream Valley Park | Things to Do in Gaithersburg and Germantown, Maryland
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7. Latitude Observatory

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Latitude Observatory | Things to Do in Gaithersburg and Germantown, Maryland
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8. Hunt View Riding Academy

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Hunt View Riding Academy | Things to Do in Gaithersburg and Germantown, Maryland
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9. Lancaster County Dutch Market

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Lancaster County Dutch Market | Things to Do in Gaithersburg and Germantown, Maryland
© Lancaster County Dutch Market

10. Schaeffer Farms Mountain Bike Trail

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Schaeffer Farms Mountain Bike Trail | Things to Do in Gaithersburg and Germantown, Maryland
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11. Tactical Laser Tag

Category: Entertainment
Tactical Laser Tag | Things to Do in Gaithersburg and Germantown, Maryland
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12. Washingtonian Paddle Boats

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Washingtonian Paddle Boats | Things to Do in Gaithersburg and Germantown, Maryland
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13. Roos2U

Roos2U | Things to Do in Gaithersburg and Germantown, Maryland
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14. Monster Mini-Golf

Monster Mini-Golf | Things to Do in Gaithersburg and Germantown, Maryland
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