Family Trips in Maryland

Top Things to Do with Kids in Maryland Before School Starts
The Ultimate St. Mary’s PLAY List 
St. Mary's County
Endless Outdoor Fun in St. Mary’s
Multigenerational Family
Get Ready for Summer Fun in Maryland
Explore Maryland From Your RV at These Amazing Spots
Fun Activities for Kids in Annapolis, Maryland
Washington Monument State Park
My Kids Love These Learning Adventure Spots in Maryland
Cinderella-esque pumpkin at playground with little girl peeking her head out
Four Fun Things to Do With Kids in Maryland
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Don’t Miss These 2024 Events in Maryland
Explore These Unique Museums in Baltimore
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A Tea Lover’s Road Trip in Maryland
Girl poses in front of butterfly wings mural
A Mother-Daughter Weekend in Berlin, Maryland
Man in go-karting helmet giving shocka hand-sign to the camera
The Best Go-Kart Tracks in Maryland
The Best Walks in Maryland
Child looking on in amazement at shark swimming around tank
A Mesmerizing Visit to the National Aquarium
What to Do and Eat in These Maryland College Towns
Head to the Free Hyattsville Arts Festival
Young girl reading map in the forest
15 Ways to Explore Frederick County
Engage in the Colorful World of Jim Henson in Baltimore
Where to Play Mini Golf in Maryland
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Extend Your Vacation With These Fun Stops on Route 50
Family having a great time riding a surrey at the beach
Go Beyond the Beach: Enjoying Ocean City With Kids
Get the Scoop on an Ice Cream Contest in Middletown
Father and son in swimtrunks on the beach
The Perfect Day For Dads in Maryland
Awesome Maryland Playgrounds Your Kids Will Love
The model railroad at the Brunswick Heritage Museum in Brunswick, MD
Brunswick: A Railroad Town Still Going Places
Fun for Toddlers in Central Maryland
13 East Main Street
Celebrate Spring on a Tour of Middletown Homes and Gardens
Autobahn Indoor Speedway in Jessup, MD
3 Road Trips to Take With Teenagers
Chestertown Md
My 2023 Maryland Bucket List
The author’s daughter at Port Discovery Children’s Museum in Baltimore, MD.
Fun in Charm City for Kids and Adults
Our Top 8 Experiences from 2022
Bikers along the marsh in Assateague Island
Achieve These 8 Popular Resolutions Through Road Trips
The Christmas parade in St. Michaels, Maryland.
Create New Traditions With These Holiday Events in Maryland
Immerse Yourself in Victorian London at Chestertown’s A Dickens of a Christmas
Artist Bill van Gilder of van Gilder Pottery in Gapland, MD.
Shop Handmade Goods on the Valley Craft Network Tour
The author’s children on a beach vacation
Reflections from the Road: Traveling With Adult Kids
8 Things to Look Forward to at the 2022 Waterfowl Festival
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Celebrate All Things Fall at These Family-Friendly Farms in Maryland
Walking in Rocky Gap State Park
5 Things to Do in Mountain Maryland
Penguin at breakfast with the animals at the zoo
Walk on the Wild Side With These Animal Encounters
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Like A Good Book, Inn BoonsBoro Takes You Away
10 Rainy Day Activities in Maryland
A “Fun Mom” Road Trip to Frostburg
7 Ways to Enjoy the Exciting Arts Scene in Kent County
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Pull Over! Playgrounds Right off the Road
Gina and Andrew poke their heads out of a car cut-out sculpture
A Road Trip Brought Me and My Husband Together
Laura and Hilary from the MRT team
Meet the MRT Team: Hilary Is the Newest Member of the Minivan Mom Club
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Exciting Farm Experiences in Northern Maryland
Storefront of Earth Tones Cafe
5 Reasons to Drive to Denton, Maryland
Soak in the Fun at These Playgrounds With Water Features in Maryland
Travel for Every Type: 6 Exciting Destinations in PG County
Paradise Watersports
Mark Your Calendars for These Upcoming Events in Maryland
Frederick Pride
Where to Celebrate Pride Month in Maryland
Inverness Brewing in Monkton
Spread out at These 5 Family-Friendly Breweries in Central Maryland
Rocky Gap State Park
Get Outside with This Nature-Filled Adventure in Western Maryland
Chesapeake Bay Motoring Festival
Gear Up for This Year’s Chesapeake Bay Motoring Festival
North Harford High School
Family Field Trips Along the Harford County Barn Quilt Trail
Hyattsville Mural featuring Maryland flag
Arts, Eats, and Outdoor Adventures in Prince George’s County
5 Nature Centers in Maryland Your “Wild” Child Will Love
Movies in Maryland: 5 Self-Guided Tours for Film Fans
The Fort Frederick Market Fair: A Taste of Colonial America
Fun Events are “Springing” Up in Maryland
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5 Family-Friendly Destinations in Maryland To Visit This Year
Banneker-Douglass Museum
3 Maryland Museums Illuminating Black History and Culture
Dog-Friendly Fun from the Burbs to the Mountains
Meet the MRT Team: If Kelsey Gets a Tattoo, It Will Be From This Maryland Studio
The Maryland Zoo
Bundle up for Kid-Friendly Fun in Baltimore This Winter
Sky lifts
Outdoor Attractions to Visit This Winter
The Music Center at Strathmore
Take the Show on the Road: 5 Must-Visit Theaters in Maryland
8 Most Popular Maryland Destinations Featured in 2021
Man and woman laying on a boat that's on the water
Meet the MRT Team: Laura’s Surprising Advice for an Unforgettable Trip
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Kid-Friendly Fun From East to West
snow bumper cars
From Classic Movie Scenes to Ice Bumper Cars: Festive Family Fun at Gaylord National Resort
Christmas Tree in Baltimore City
A Weekend of Holiday Traditions in Charm City
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All-Day Play: 5 Independent Toy Stores in Maryland and Nearby Family Fun
Santa in Baltimore
21 Ideas On What to Do & Eat Across Maryland Over the Holidays
Piscataway Nation Singers and Dancer
Celebrate the Native People of Southern Maryland at American Indian Heritage Day
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5 Reasons to Love Port Discovery Children’s Museum in Baltimore
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A Thrilling Ride at the Rocky Ridge Slide
Kids using duck calls
8 Things You Won’t Want to Miss at the Waterfowl Festival in Easton
Father and son on top of cliff
6 Ways to Prep for Family Hikes (and Where to Go in MD)
Milkshake at Rayne's Reef Soda Fountain
From Milkshakes to Mermaids: 4 Things to Do in Berlin, MD
Publisher Letter: This Month Marks Maryland Road Trips’ One Year Anniversary
Gettysburg National Military Park
Bringing the Civil War to Life: A Family Road Trip From Baltimore to Gettysburg
Reenactors on a boat
Plant a Seed, March Into Battle, Drop an Anchor: Experience Living History in MD
Mother, Father, and child walking a dog in the water
Two Adventurers and a Baby Go Family Camping at Deep Creek State Park
Renn Fest Actors
Merriment Abounds at the Maryland Renaissance Festival
Four Days of Family Adventure in Western Maryland
Main Street Middletown
Experiences Abound in the Valley: Exploring Main Street Middletown, MD
Celebrate Good Times Worth the Drive at These 5 Maryland Wedding Venues
National Folk Festival in Salisbury
You’ll Totally “Fall” for These Exciting Autumn Events in Maryland
Father and Son look at the beach
48 Hours of Free-Roaming Family Fun in Upper Shore, Maryland
Sculpture in Middletown, Maryland
Artistic Vibes and Main Street Drives in Frederick County, Maryland
Glen Echo Park: An Art Deco Oasis of Fun
Dig This: 6 Things to Know for Prehistoric Play at Dinosaur Park in Laurel
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Road Tripping With My Husband — A Story of Compromise and Connection Along the Road
Fun For Everyone in Havre de Grace
Retro Charm Abounds At These Classic Duckpin Bowling Alleys
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Balloons, Ghost Tours, Jazz, and More: Summer Events in Maryland for All Ages
Snowballs — Baltimore’s Chilly and Sweet Summertime Treat
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Design Your Perfect Escape at Rocky Gap State Park
Girl dancing and looking at the stage with a band playing music on it
Destination Drive-in: One Dad’s Quest to Pin Down the Magic Behind Car-Based Entertainment
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Mallows Bay: Ride the Current to Ships of the Past
Child dancing in the water
Best Hidden Swimming Holes in Maryland
Multigenerational Family
Making Multigenerational Travel Memorable
Oregon Ridge Park in Cockeysville, MD
The Ultimate Family Pit Stop: Playgrounds Near Major Maryland Roads
Family Road Travel Still Matters
The Hunt Scene topiary creations
Ladew Topiary Gardens: The Real ‘Secret Garden’ of Harford County, MD
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Uniting My Blended Family: A Day of Learning at Antietam National Battlefield
Interior of the Mermaid Museum
Encounter Treasures Untold at the Mermaid Museum in Berlin, MD
Maryland Heights
Celebrate Maryland’s History and Heritage During National Park Week April 17-25
4 Things to Do in Maryland This Spring
Patterson Park Pagoda behind blooming cherry trees
The Patterson Park Pagoda: a Baltimore Icon With a View
Man riding on a bike on the OCMD Boardwalk
Beachside Thrills Even During Atlantic Chills
3 Actors standing outside in the sunlight in 17th Century Garb
History Comes Alive at St. Mary’s City, Maryland’s First Capital
Glenstone: Maryland’s Most Serene (and Hidden) Art Experience
Family on a blanket outside in front of an RV
RV There Yet? Family Travel On the Road
Will Drive For Chocolate: Three Sweet Stops
Tolliver Falls is one of three waterfalls in Swallow Falls State Park
Westward to a Winter Wonderland
Go for a Cruise or Lace Up Your Shoes: Frederick Tours & Trails
"Sunburst" sculpture by Maryland artist Jean Jinho Kim
Art Among the Trees: Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center in Solomons
Sunrise on boats in the water
Love That? Do This: History Edition
Young Couple Jumping, Man in Wheelchair, Woman on foot
How One Interabled Couple Learned to Adventure Again
Assateague Self Portrait Meteor Shower
Travel to the Stars: Explore December’s Sky
Merry & Bright Displays of Light
Birds In Flight Barn Quilt
A Patchwork of Unexpected Adventure
Clear Eyes, Full Art, Can’t Lose
Classic Cars in a Quaint Boating Town
Child at Trail Sign
Road to Trail: Your Guide to Family Hiking in Maryland
Scotts Cove
Hidden Gems in Howard County
Greyhound Bookstore Shelves
The Greyhound Bookstore: A Destination for Bibliophiles
Annapolis Rock Sunset Hiker
Where To Enjoy Maryland’s Spectacular Fall Views
Donut Shack
Will Travel For Food: Where To Grab Donuts In Maryland
Catoctin Mountain Orchard
A Family Weekend in the Catoctin Mountains
The Vanadu Art House
Vanadu Art House: A Masterpiece of Pieces
Bengies Drive In
Bengies Drive-In: a Delightful Dose of Nostalgia
Downtown Frederick, Maryland
Frederick Family Fun
Along the Bay in a Day
Two individuals looking at the Harriet Tubman sign
Celebrate International Underground Railroad Month in Maryland 
War Correspondents Memorial
Welcome to Maryland Road Trips: A Letter From the Publisher
Clavert Cliffs with child playing in water
More than the Shore: Calvert Cliffs State Park
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A Maryland Road Trip With Your Dog
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Inside of the Maryland senate chamber
Drive Through Presidential History in Maryland
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Sunset at Monocacy National Battlefield
Explore Civil War Sites in Maryland
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