Frederick, MD

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Frederick
Frederick
Frederick
Carrol Creek Linear Park
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 Historical Society of Frederick County are top sights worth seeing.

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Golf View

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

Golf View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Frederick, MD

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Frederick, MD

3 out of 5
5579 Spectrum Dr, Frederick, MD
$85 nightly
The price is $94 total per night from Aug 6 to Aug 7
$94 total
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Frederick. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,072 reviews)
"Clean room, quiet hallway overnight, nice staff."

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Frederick, MD
Hampton Inn & Suites Frederick-Fort Detrick

Hampton Inn & Suites Frederick-Fort Detrick

2.5 out of 5
1565 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick, MD
$112 nightly
The price is $124 total per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
$124 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Frederick. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Stay was great. Very clean lobby and room. Quiet. Bed was comfortable and we slept peacefully."

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Frederick-Fort Detrick
DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC North/Gaithersburg

DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC North/Gaithersburg

4 out of 5
620 Perry Pkwy, Gaithersburg, MD
$105 nightly
The price is $121 total per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
$121 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Gaithersburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
"Great stay!"

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC North/Gaithersburg
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.
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 parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (747 reviews)
Great place to stay for concerts
"Really comfortable stay and perfect for Merriweather Pavilion. We will be back!"

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025

WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia
Breathtaking View with an Indoor Pool

Breathtaking View with an Indoor Pool

Bluemont
Stay at this vacation home in Bluemont. Enjoy private pools, a fitness center, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (252 reviews)
Anniversary Celebration
"Great home and location. Back deck could use a few more umbrellas. During our stay an additional umbrella was requested and brought over very quickly. Great service. On our last day (Tuesday), there was a lot of construction noise coming from the brewery. Not sure what was going on, but it eventually ..."

Reviewed on Jul 16, 2025

Breathtaking View with an Indoor Pool
RIVERKEEPER INN, Waterfront Property on the Potomac River

RIVERKEEPER INN, Waterfront Property on the Potomac River

Harper's Ferry
Stay at this cottage in Harpers Ferry. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Harpers Ferry National Historical Park and Antietam ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (121 reviews)
Peaceful and relaxing
"We were able to lounge on the boat and the dock. We got in the water with the pups and also hung out on the deck area while having our Bolivar Bakery breakfast and coffee."

Reviewed on Jul 17, 2025

RIVERKEEPER INN, Waterfront Property on the Potomac River
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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