Frederick, MD

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Frederick
History gets a fresh twist in this city, where stylish bars and boutiques spill out of 19th-century buildings and winery trails traverse Civil War battlegrounds. 

Experience the confluence of old and new in Frederick, a captivating city tucked into Maryland’s mountainous western corner. Acclaimed for its superbly preserved historic streetscape, Frederick has retained Federal, Victorian and Civil War-era architecture. Peer behind the façades to find Frederick’s outstanding dining scene, retailers and artisans.

Get acquainted with the city’s historic heart in Downtown Frederick. The 50-block district is characterized by beautifully preserved heritage buildings, such as the Evangelical Lutheran Church and the Frederick City Hall. Check out Frederick’s intriguing boutiques, art galleries and artisans’ studios. Find a table at a buzzing café or a restaurant serving American-nouveau cuisine. For fresh produce, visit Downtown Frederick’s regular farmers markets. Alternatively, purchase picnic supplies to enjoy at one of Frederick’s pretty parks. Baker Park and Carroll Creek Linear Park are highlights.

Downtown Frederick serves some of the region’s finest drinks at specialty brewpubs and bars. Find out more about Frederick’s microbrew scene on a brewery trail around the county. For wine buffs, Frederick has a distinguished collection of wineries located in the rolling hillsides between fascinating historic sites.

Learn more about Frederick’s Civil War history when you visit the Monocacy National Battlefield, the National Museum of Civil War Medicine or the city’s Mount Olivet Cemetery.

North of the city, find a slice of wilderness in the Catoctin Mountains. Visit Cunningham Falls or sign up for a safari adventure at the Catoctin Wildlife Preserve and Zoo.

Reach Frederick easily via major interstate highways and an intercity commuter railway. If you are traveling by air, fly into Frederick Municipal Airport. Dulles and Baltimore Washington airports are less than a 1-hour drive away. Explore the city’s historic core on foot or by bicycle. Bus networks are also available. Frederick’s winters are usually mild, while summer is hot and humid. For the region’s most agreeable weather, visit in fall or spring and enjoy the city’s pedestrian-friendly downtown district and magnificent mountain surroundings.

Where to stay in Frederick

Frederick

Downtown Frederick

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Frederick, Carroll Creek Linear Park and National Museum of Civil War Medicine are top sights worth seeing.

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Golf View

When in Golf View, you can plan a visit to Fort Detrick and Carroll Creek Linear Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Frederick, MD
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Frederick, MD
3 out of 5
5579 Spectrum Dr, Frederick, MD
The price is NT$2,372 per night from Apr 4 to Apr 5
NT$2,372
per night
Apr 4 - Apr 5
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Frederick. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)
quick stay
"Met our needs. Quiet and clean. Good and understanding service."

Reviewed on 2024/3/26

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Frederick, MD
Hilton Garden Inn Frederick
Hilton Garden Inn Frederick
3 out of 5
7226 Corporate Ct, Frederick, MD
The price is NT$3,488 per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
NT$3,488
per night
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Frederick. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"We were very pleased with this lovely hotel. It was quiet and clean and beautifully decorated. We thought it was great, especially for the price! Also lots of restaurants right across the street. We’ll be back!"

Reviewed on 2024/3/25

Hilton Garden Inn Frederick
Hampton Inn Frederick
Hampton Inn Frederick
2.5 out of 5
5311 Buckeystown Pike, Frederick, MD
The price is NT$3,236 per night from Apr 4 to Apr 5
NT$3,236
per night
Apr 4 - Apr 5
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Frederick. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"You can definitely hear the highway quite loudly in the rooms."

Reviewed on 2024/3/13

Hampton Inn Frederick
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WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia
WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia
4 out of 5
6200 Valencia Ln, Columbia, MD
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Columbia. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (370 reviews)
"Much more than expected. Enjoyed our stay"

Reviewed on 2024/3/24

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia
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