Top 9 Historic Walking Areas in Maryland, United States

August 11, 2021 Jana Sager

Maryland is known as “America in Miniature” because of its great variations in topography and culture. This makes it a perfect east coat travel destination for those who would like to experience a little bit of everything. From amusement parks, to beaches, to mountains and historical sites, there is plenty to see and do. Each region of Maryland provides its own unique and fun activities to do. If you're headed for some fun in the sun in Ocean City on its eastern coast, be sure not to miss the Ocean City Beach, the Boardwalk, or Trimper's Rides and Amusement Park for an all-ages fun experience. Central Maryland is home to a Six Flags theme park, the Annapolis Golf Club, and countless hubs of art and culture such as the African Art Museum and Annapolis Opera, Inc. Heading to western Maryland? It is perfect for lovers of nature and the outdoors, with the Washington Monument State Park, Wisp Resort ski slopes, and the spectacular Muddy Creek Falls.
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1. Antietam National Battlefield

5831 Dunker Church Rd., Sharpsburg, MD 21782 +1 301-432-5124 http://www.nps.gov/anti/index.htm
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Antietam National Battlefield

The Bloodiest One Day Battle in American History: 23,000 soldiers were killed, wounded or missing after twelve hours of savage combat on September 17, 1862. The Battle of Antietam ended the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia's first invasion into the North and led to Abraham Lincoln's issuance of the preliminary Emancipation Proclamation. Antietam National Battlefield is located in western Maryland, 10 miles south of Hagerstown in Washington County. The best place to start your visit is at the park visitor center. The GPS address for the visitor center is 5831 Dunker Church Road, Sharpsburg, Maryland, 21782. We have brochures, museum exhibits, a film, a museum store, and park rangers and volunteers on duty to help you get oriented. The battlefield is approximately 3,000 acres that you can explore in your car or by walking. Operating Hours & Seasons: Open All Year, The Visitor Center is open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Park Grounds are open daylight hours. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Day The park has an entrance fee of $5.00 Per Person (age 16 or older; 15 and under FREE) or $10.00 Per Vehicle.

Reviewed By TrojanSkyCop1 - Reston, United States

After first reading about the Battle of Antietam way back in 1985 as a mere 10 y/o lad, it was so great to finally see it up close and personal. Sorry I’m 3 weeks late with posting these, but anyway, here are the pics from my trip to Antietam Battlefield on the last weekend of August. I had an amazing tour guide by the name of Justin Mayhue, a retired Fire Chief who personally knows/knew American Civil War authors such as Perry Jamieson (author of “Attack and Die”) and the late Joseph L. Harsh (“Taken at the Flood”). Justin has an incredible wealth of knowledge!

2. Aberdeen Heritage Walking Tour

18 North Howard Street C/o Aberdeen Historical Museum, Aberdeen, MD 21001-2435 +1 410-273-6325 http://www.aberdeenroom.org/about-us/walking-tours.html
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Aberdeen Heritage Walking Tour

3. Fell's Point

Fell St, Baltimore, MD 21231 +1 410-675-6750 http://baltimore.org/neighborhoods-maps-transportation/fells-point
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Fell's Point

This charming national historic district, dating back to the 18 century, has cobblestone streets, historic buildings, craft and antique stores, coffee houses and street fairs. Stop by the Art Gallery of Fells Point to see some fine work by local artists.

Reviewed By scraphollie27 - Comox, Canada

Fell’s Point is such a quaint, historic area and you definitely won’t be disappointed with the fabulous food and drink you find down here!

4. The Caulker's Houses

612 S Wolfe St, Baltimore, MD 21231-3034 http://www.preservationsociety.com/
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The Caulker's Houses

5. Federal Hill Park

300 Warren Ave, Baltimore, MD 21230 [email protected] http://www.federalhillonline.com
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Federal Hill Park

Former lookout during the Civil War and the War of 1812 is now a scenic park overlooking the Inner Harbor.

Reviewed By 703BillB703 - Bel Air, United States

Historic Federal Hill offers the best view of the Inner Harbor and even close ups of unique places like the Visionary Arts Musuem. There is a large fences play area for children and families as well as plenty if benches overviewibg the city. One appreciates why the spot was lookout for ships both commercial and was in the early years of Baltimore and the USA. The grounds are well maintained and beautiful this autumn season. Two monuments and two plaques provide historical information, otherwise it's a do-it-yourself tour. Street parking was available. Definitely worth a walk through the narrow streets of the Federal Hill community.

6. Historic Downtown Frederick

Frederick, MD http://visitfrederick.org
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Historic Downtown Frederick

Reviewed By rrininger2018 - Frederick, United States

Went to a show at the Weinberg Center which was a comedy show that was awesome. Before the show we walked Market St. and di some shopping and stopped into Wags, a local bar and restaurant that makes great burgers, soup, fries, etc. Downtown Frederick has adequate parking and a lot of good restaurants and shops that you can walk to. Carroll Creek is also worth visiting. It's all well worth a visit.

7. Roosevelt Row

E Roosevelt St, Phoenix, MD https://www.rooseveltrow.org/
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Roosevelt Row

8. Historic Stevensville

Love Point Road E Main Street, Stevensville, Kent Island, MD 21666 +1 410-604-2100 [email protected] http://stevensvilleartsandentertainment.org/
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Historic Stevensville

The Stevensville Historic District, also known as Historic Stevensville, is a national historic district in downtown Stevensville, Queen Anne's County, Maryland.

9. Braddock's Road

Savage River State Forest, MD

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