Expecting guests soon? Wondering where to take them when you all need to get out of the house? These 12 underrated places in Maryland are sure to please the pickiest of visitors. Skip the long lines at Maryland’s big attractions and visit these unassuming spots instead. You (and your out-of-towners) will be glad you did.
- Crystal Grottoes Caverns
Wikimedia Commons / Jklispie Located in Boonsboro, this little known cave has more natural formations per square foot than any other cave in the world. It’s sure to please any and all visitors.
Visit the website for more information.
- Point Lookout State Park
Flickr / Sang-Min Yoon At the very southern tip of Maryland sits this scenic park. Not only does it boast sweeping water views, but its haunting history keeps visitors coming back to explore again and again.
Read more about this park’s haunted happenings here,
- Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center
Flickr / Fred Schroeder Another southern Maryland gem, this sculpture garden features woodland walks among unique art. There’s always something to see and do here, especially around the holidays.
Visit the website here.
- Cylburn Arboretum
Flickr / Jack Lyons Head to Baltimore to explore the charming gardens at Cylburn Arboretum. The most well-known spot here is the Japanese Maple, which brilliantly changes with the seasons. It’s a photo opportunity you (or your guest) won’t want to miss.
Learn more here.
- Geppi’s Entertainment Museum
Flickr / Geppi’s Entertainment Museum While you’re in the Baltimore area, you’ll want to check out Geppi’s. This quirky spot is filled with fascinating pop culture memorabilia that will fuel anyone’s nostalgia. Comic nerds will especially love this place.
Check out the website here.
- Sideling Hill
Flickr / Mariano Mantel Sure, us Marylanders may have driven past Sideling Hill dozens of times, but there’s something special about seeing it for the first time. Take a guest here to visit the welcome center and walk across the bridge to get an up close look at one of America’s most impressive rock cuts.
More information here.
- Elk Neck State Park
Flickr / Richard Owens Speaking of views, Elk Neck State Park in North East just may be the most breathtaking park in Maryland. Whether you’re exploring the lighthouse, water views, or hiking along the white clay cliffs, this beautiful park offers endless views.
Read more about this spot here.
- Battlecreek Cypress Swamp
Yelp / Alicia S. Located in Prince Frederick, this hidden spot is a nature lover’s paradise. Stroll the winding boardwalks past bald cypress trees and over wetland swamps. There’s no place quite like it.
Click here for more information.
- Calvert Marine Museum
Flickr / alliecat1881 Solomons is home to one of the most underrated museums in the Old Line State. Head to this spot to learn about marine life, especially in our local waters. It’s perfect for a rainy day.
Check out the website here.
- Brookside Gardens
Flickr / Hillel Steinberg This Wheaton gem is gorgeous year-round but there’s just something about autumn that really brings it to life. Be sure to also check out the holiday lights for a quirky and fun experience.
Read more information here.
- Salisbury Zoo
Flickr / sugargliding Baltimore’s Zoo gets all the attention but Salisbury Zoo is a fun place to visit and learn. Admission is free but donations are encouraged to keep this sanctuary in tip top shape.
Visit the website here
- Baltimore Streetcar Museum
Flickr / Forsaken Fotos Learn about streetcar history in the area, and ride on a few vintage streetcars too! This place is a throwback to Maryland’s past and doesn’t disappoint.
Check out our previous article about this neat spot here.
How many of these underrated spots have you visited? If you’re looking to take your guest to a unique and charming small town, you may want to check out all that this spot has to offer.
Wikimedia Commons / Jklispie
Located in Boonsboro, this little known cave has more natural formations per square foot than any other cave in the world. It’s sure to please any and all visitors.
Visit the website for more information.
Flickr / Sang-Min Yoon
At the very southern tip of Maryland sits this scenic park. Not only does it boast sweeping water views, but its haunting history keeps visitors coming back to explore again and again.
Read more about this park’s haunted happenings here,
Flickr / Fred Schroeder
Another southern Maryland gem, this sculpture garden features woodland walks among unique art. There’s always something to see and do here, especially around the holidays.
Visit the website here.
Flickr / Jack Lyons
Head to Baltimore to explore the charming gardens at Cylburn Arboretum. The most well-known spot here is the Japanese Maple, which brilliantly changes with the seasons. It’s a photo opportunity you (or your guest) won’t want to miss.
Learn more here.
Flickr / Geppi’s Entertainment Museum
While you’re in the Baltimore area, you’ll want to check out Geppi’s. This quirky spot is filled with fascinating pop culture memorabilia that will fuel anyone’s nostalgia. Comic nerds will especially love this place.
Check out the website here.
Flickr / Mariano Mantel
Sure, us Marylanders may have driven past Sideling Hill dozens of times, but there’s something special about seeing it for the first time. Take a guest here to visit the welcome center and walk across the bridge to get an up close look at one of America’s most impressive rock cuts.
More information here.
Flickr / Richard Owens
Speaking of views, Elk Neck State Park in North East just may be the most breathtaking park in Maryland. Whether you’re exploring the lighthouse, water views, or hiking along the white clay cliffs, this beautiful park offers endless views.
Read more about this spot here.
Yelp / Alicia S.
Located in Prince Frederick, this hidden spot is a nature lover’s paradise. Stroll the winding boardwalks past bald cypress trees and over wetland swamps. There’s no place quite like it.
Click here for more information.
Flickr / alliecat1881
Solomons is home to one of the most underrated museums in the Old Line State. Head to this spot to learn about marine life, especially in our local waters. It’s perfect for a rainy day.
Check out the website here.
Flickr / Hillel Steinberg
This Wheaton gem is gorgeous year-round but there’s just something about autumn that really brings it to life. Be sure to also check out the holiday lights for a quirky and fun experience.
Read more information here.
Flickr / sugargliding
Baltimore’s Zoo gets all the attention but Salisbury Zoo is a fun place to visit and learn. Admission is free but donations are encouraged to keep this sanctuary in tip top shape.
Visit the website here
Flickr / Forsaken Fotos
Learn about streetcar history in the area, and ride on a few vintage streetcars too! This place is a throwback to Maryland’s past and doesn’t disappoint.
Check out our previous article about this neat spot here.
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