Central Maryland

Travel Guide

Baltimore featuring a garden, a city and night scenes
American Visionary Art Museum
Maryland State House
Baltimore
National Aquarium in Baltimore featuring night scenes and modern architecture

Explore big-city attractions in BaltimoreOpens in a new window, AnnapolisOpens in a new window and Columbia, or discover forests, wineries and small-town charm throughout this region of Maryland.

Use Central Maryland as your jumping off point to discover historic sites, natural wonders, cultural attractions and more throughout its bustling cities and friendly towns.

Explore Annapolis, the capital city of Maryland. Walk along cobblestone streets and admire the historic Colonial brick homes lining its streets. Take a tour of the U.S. Naval AcademyOpens in a new window and see the next generation of Navy leaders throughout town in their distinctive white uniforms. Learn more about the surrounding Chesapeake Bay at the Annapolis Maritime Museum.

American history and metropolitan life converge in Baltimore. Stroll along the waterfront in Inner HarborOpens in a new window or discover the historic neighborhood of Fells Point. Don’t miss the Maryland ZooOpens in a new window in Druid Hill Park, the Baltimore Museum of ArtOpens in a new window near Johns Hopkins University and the Walters Art MuseumOpens in a new window in Mount Vernon.

Just outside Baltimore, discover an important piece of American history at Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic ShrineOpens in a new window. During the War of 1812, the U.S. Army defended the star-shaped fort from a British Navy attack, inspiring Francis Scott Key to write what would later become known as The Star-Spangled Banner, the national anthem of the United States.

Stroll through Columbia, a planned community made up of 10 small villages. Relax in its many natural parks, such as Lake Kittamaqundi or Lake Elkhorn. See an outdoor concert at Merriweather Post Pavilion in Symphony Woods.

Enjoy the great outdoors in North Point State Park, located in Edgemere on a peninsula jutting out into the Chesapeake Bay. During the War of 1812, British troops passed through the park along the Defenders Trail. Follow in their footsteps as you hike, wade in the bay and try your hand at crabbing.

Take a leisurely walk through BethesdaOpens in a new window, which sits just a few miles outside Washington, D.C. Sample the affluent neighborhood’s many restaurants and check out its world-class galleries.

Although Central Maryland’s towns and cities have plenty to keep you busy, don’t forget about things to see and do that are a bit more off the beaten path. Discover rolling vineyards, miles of sandy coastline, serene forests and more, all just a short drive from the nation’s capital.

Where to stay in Central Maryland

Downtown Washington D.C. showing street scenes, a city and night scenes

Downtown Washington D.C.

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Washington D.C.. Check out top attractions like Capital One Arena and Smithsonian Institution, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Washington D.C.
Top of the World Observation Level showing a city and a bay or harbor

Inner Harbor

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Inner Harbor. Make a stop by National Aquarium in Baltimore or Baltimore Inner Harbor Marina while you're exploring the area.

Inner Harbor
Theodore Roosevelt National Park which includes a city and a river or creek

Northwest

Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and Capital One Arena, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.

Northwest
Georgetown showing a house, heritage architecture and a city

Georgetown

Georgetown is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Washington Harbour and Embassy Row while you're in town.

Georgetown
United States Capitol which includes heritage architecture, an administrative buidling and a sunset

Capitol Hill

Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Capitol Hill. Check out top attractions like Folger Shakespeare Library and Library of Congress, and jump on the metro at Capitol South Station or Eastern Market Station to see more of the city.

Capitol Hill
Dupont Circle which includes a monument and a statue or sculpture

Dupont Circle

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Visitors to Dupont Circle love its fantastic nightlife, and you can check out Dupont Circle and Mansion on O Street. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Dupont Circle Station.

Dupont Circle
Washington Plaza Hotel
Washington Plaza Hotel
4 out of 5
10 Thomas Circle NW, Washington, DC
The price is P6,141 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
P6,141
P7,120 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,394 reviews)
"Very convenient location to national mall and restaurants!"

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

Washington Plaza Hotel
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
4 out of 5
1001 14th St NW, Washington, DC
The price is P6,310 per night from Aug 1 to Aug 2
P6,310
P9,023 total
Aug 1 - Aug 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,447 reviews)
"Great location, hotel is good"

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
3.5 out of 5
900 S Orme St, Arlington, VA
The price is P5,577 per night from Aug 1 to Aug 2
P5,577
P6,372 total
Aug 1 - Aug 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Arlington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,310 reviews)
"Courteous and always-smiling reception desk staff. Well-designed lobby. Good-sized room and toilet. Hotel entrance from street is hard to identify (no sign & not well-lighted). There's one light switch (for the overhead wall light) that is very hard to identify (a small black button)."

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2025

Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Glover Park - Georgetown
Glover Park - Georgetown
4 out of 5
Washington
Stay at this aparthotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,470 reviews)
"Helpful front desk Nice location Dated building and room not very clean"

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2025

Glover Park - Georgetown
The Churchill Hotel near Embassy Row
The Churchill Hotel near Embassy Row
4 out of 5
1914 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC
Stay at this 4-star luxury aparthotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,790 reviews)
"Other than checkin. Where we didn’t get any information about the p"

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025

The Churchill Hotel near Embassy Row
The River Inn
The River Inn
4 out of 5
924 25th St NW, Washington, DC
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,716 reviews)
"The property is in a lovely area. It’s only 25 min walk from the National Mall and 20 min from the White House. I liked the extra space in our room and the bunk beds for the kids."

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025

The River Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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