Frederick Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

While visiting Downtown Frederick, you might make a stop by sights like Carroll Creek Linear Park and Evangelical Lutheran Church.

Downtown Frederick
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Golf View

While there might not be top attractions in Golf View, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Baker Park and Fort Detrick.

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
The price is ₹6,935 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹6,935
₹7,698 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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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 ₹7,951 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹7,951
₹8,825 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Frederick. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
"Everything was great! Very clean and quiet. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. A special thanks to LaShea for great customer service!"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Frederick
Days Inn by Wyndham Frederick

Days Inn by Wyndham Frederick

2 out of 5
5646 Buckeystown Pike, Frederick, MD
The price is ₹5,252 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹5,252
₹5,830 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Frederick. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Quiet"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham 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 Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (736 reviews)
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WhyHotel by Placemakr Columbia
Round Top Campground

Round Top Campground

2 out of 5
180 Knight Road, Gettysburg, PA
Stay at this family-friendly campsite in Gettysburg. Enjoy laundry facilities, tennis courts and a gift shop. Popular attractions Gettysburg National Military ...
9/10 Wonderful! (19 reviews)
"Campground is short drive to many of Gettysburg's tours and museums. It also has structured activities for families/kids. And also hosts food trucks!"

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025

Round Top Campground
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