Top 10 Attractions in Maryland

From the famous oceanfront boardwalk in Ocean City, to the natural beauty of Maryland's vineyards, here are the Top 10 Maryland attractions.

1. Baltimore Inner Harbor
   For information contact:
   401 Light Street
   Baltimore, MD   21202
   1-877-BALTIMORE
   

   This popular seaport attraction offers visitors an array of exciting things to do from cultural experiences, to nightlife, to fine dining. Watch exciting street performances, enjoy panoramic views, take a Harbor Cruise on the Bay Lady or Lady Baltimore, or visit the many museums and attractions. Make sure to check out the Harbor Pass and Harbor Magic Packages for great vacation ideas and discounts!

2. Ocean City Boardwalk
   Ocean City, MD   21843
   

   Located on the southeast Atlantic Ocean shoreline, Ocean City's world-famous boardwalk is a popular beach vacation hotspot that offers fun for everyone. This charming traditional wood walkway offers a relaxing atmosphere filled with shops, amusements and arcades, and countless tasty eateries.

3. Annapolis
   Annapolis, MD   21401
   

   This historic city founded in 1649 and once the Nation's capital, offers guests an enjoyable array of attractions and activities mixing history and entertainment. The city boasts stunning architecture, several prestigious universities, the United States Naval Academy, and more. Tours are available to make the most of the many shops, restaurants, activities and scenery in this quaint city!

4. Baltimore Zoo
   Druid Hill Park
   Baltimore, MD   21217
   410-366-LION
   

   This 160-plus acre zoo is the third oldest zoo in the country, and houses more than 1,500 birds, mammals, amphibians and reptiles! Guests are invited to meet the animals and check out the new and exciting exhibits including the Polar Bear Watch, the Camel ride exhibit, African Journey and the trek through the Maryland Wilderness!

5. Wisp Resort
   296 Marsh Hill Rd.
   McHenry, MD   21541
   301-387-4911
   

   For a vacation experience that is as exhilarating as it is fun, visit Maryland's only four season resort. In the winter, the newly expanded ski resort boasts 32 trails and seven chairlifts, with activities include skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, and sleigh rides. When the snow melts, the fun doesn't end. Enjoy the 18-hole golf course, 20,000 sq. ft. street and Skate Park, waterskiing, wakeboarding, mountain biking, fly fishing, paintball, and much more!

6. Civil War Driving Tours
   Explore Maryland's rich civil war history with four exciting scenic driving tours through Frederick, Washington, Carroll and Montgomery counties. Tours include The Antietam Campaign: Lee Invades Maryland, Gettysburg: Invasion and Retreat, John Wilkes Booth: Escape of an Assassin/War on the Chesapeake Bay, and Baltimore: A house Divided/War on the Chesapeake Bay.
   
   
7. City Dock
   Annapolis, MD   21401
   410-263-7973
   

   Located in the heart of Annapolis' downtown historic district, the dock is a great starting point to explore the entire area by bicycle, tour boat, water taxi or sightseeing cruise. Year round, enjoy picturesque views of Chesapeake Bay. And, during the summer months, the adjacent waterside park hosts free outdoor concerts featuring the United States Naval Academy (USNA) band.

8. St. Clements Island
   11175 Point Lookout Road
   Scotland, MD   20687
   (301) 872-5688
   

   Visit the historic "Birthplace of Maryland," where English colonists first arrived in 1634. Start by visiting the St. Clement's Island museum on the east shore of the Potomac River, and then embark on a Water Taxi tour to the island. Boat tours are offered on a weekend schedule from Memorial Day weekend through the first weekend in October. The 40 acre park features a memorial cross dedicated to the memory of the first Marylanders, as well as recreational activities including fishing, hiking trails, hunting, picnicking, pavilions.

9. B&O Railroad Museum
   901 W. Pratt Street
   Baltimore, MD   21223
   410-752-2490
   

   On the 40-acres of the Baltimore and Ohio Railway museum, a comprehensive world class collection of historic American railroads awaits your discovery. The collections tell a story of the impact of the B & O and the Railroad industry on American culture. Plus, guests have the opportunity to ride the rails along the first commercial railroad track in America! The Museum normally offers train rides Tuesday-Sunday, April through December included in the price of admission.

10. Boordy Vineyards
    12820 Long Green Pike
    Hydes, MD   21082-9541
    410-592-5015
    

    Here you will find Maryland's oldest family run winery, with over 230-acres in the Baltimore countryside, established in 1945. Sign up for an escorted winery tour to learn all about winemaking, and to taste a sample of the award-winning wines. This beautiful historic vineyard is conveniently located just 25 minutes from Inner Baltimore Harbor. Reservations required for groups of ten or more.

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