Maryland has a variety of lovable traits from coast to coast. It’s a unique state full of culture and pride. Whether you’re just visiting or a proud local, one thing is for sure, nothing compares.
Listed below are 20 reasons why Maryland is easy to fall in love with.
- Maryland Blue Crabs
Lauren / Flickr Maryland is known for mouth-watering steamed crabs. Pair this feast with an ice cold beer for a most tasty combination of spices.
- Four Gorgeous Seasons
Jeff Weese / Flickr Variety is the spice of life and Maryland has it all. The scenery changes year-round but it always remains beautiful.
- A Variety of Beaches
m01229 / Flickr Speaking of scenery, if you’re a beach lover, you’ll love hitting up the nearly 8,000 miles of shoreline on Maryland’s east coast.
- Grand Mountains
Javcon117* / Flickr Western Maryland is home to rolling mountains. Climb to the top for spectacular views or go skiing during the winter months!
- Bergers Cookies
Steve Snodgrass / Flickr Maryland keeps it sweet with their famous Bergers cookies. These soft fudgey treats melt in your mouth and you can never have just one. Find out more about their tasty history here
- Assateague Island
Ashley Harrigan / Flickr You can take a day trip or bring your tent for a weekend of camping at Maryland’s Assateague Island, where wild horses roam free! More info here
- Live Theatre
A. Currell / Flickr Maryland is rich in arts and culture and you can always find a historic theatre to catch a play, musical, or concert. Hairspray was based here, after all. Good morning, Baltimore! Pictured: Hippodrome Theatre
- Renn Fest
David Clow / Flickr The annual Renaissance Festival draws thousands of visitors each year. Chomp down on a giant turkey leg while watching Maryland’s state sport, jousting! Their website can be found here
- The Baltimore Ravens and Orioles
theblackdog2071 / Flickr Sure, every state has their sports teams but Marylanders bleed purple and orange. The saddest time of year is during the few months between the end of football season and the beginning of baseball season.
- Close Proximity to Everything
Y Nakanishi / Flickr Looking for something to do between sports seasons? You can take a road trip to several fun destinations! Maryland is within driving distance to Washington DC, Virginia, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, and more!
- Edgar Allan Poe’s Grave Site
A. Currell / Flickr You can visit Baltimore to pay your respects to the great Edgar Allan Poe. This is where the mysterious Poe Toaster places roses and cognac every January 19th (Poe’s birthday), before vanishing into the night. Read more about the history
- Street Art
Matthew and Heather / Flickr Maryland has a unique array of street art in several cities that are truly one of a kind.
- Old Bay
Mike Mozart / Flickr It’s not just for steamed crabs. Marylanders sprinkle Old Bay on everything from fries to scrambled eggs. You’ll never eat corn on the cob without it again. Looking for a few Old Bay recipes? Visit Oldbay.com
- The United States Naval Academy
DVIDSHUB / Flickr Annapolis, MD is home to the U.S. Naval Academy. They defend our country, and look good doin’ it.
- Natty Boh
Elliot Plack / Flickr Natty Boh beer is an original Baltimore product and Mr. Boh has become our favorite one-eyed mascot. More about the history here.
- HonFest
Dorret / Flickr Maryland has an annual Honfest that is full of life and big hair! You’ll find some of the most creative people here who love their Bawlmer! Honfest Website
- Ledo Pizza
Denise Miller / Flickr The first Ledo Pizza shop opened in Adelphi, MD and has become a favorite throughout the state. It’s hip to be square! Ledo Website
- The Chesapeake Bay
Stuart Rankin / Flickr The Maryland Chesapeake Bay is a breath-taking estuary full of wildlife. Bird watching and fishing are popular here as well as kayaking.
- The Maryland Flag
Austin Kirk / Flickr The State Flag is bold and beautiful. It wins any and all contests against all other state’s flags. Bring it!
- Maryland Has THE MOST Pride
Route One Apparel / Facebook Speaking of the state flag, you can literally find it everywhere. It’s printed on shirts, scarves, glasses, and even bikinis because NO STATE has more pride than Maryland. Find these spirited garments here
Are you also a personal cheerleader for Maryland? Why do you love it so darn much? Let’s share all the love together in the comments section!
Lauren / Flickr
Maryland is known for mouth-watering steamed crabs. Pair this feast with an ice cold beer for a most tasty combination of spices.
Jeff Weese / Flickr
Variety is the spice of life and Maryland has it all. The scenery changes year-round but it always remains beautiful.
m01229 / Flickr
Speaking of scenery, if you’re a beach lover, you’ll love hitting up the nearly 8,000 miles of shoreline on Maryland’s east coast.
Javcon117* / Flickr
Western Maryland is home to rolling mountains. Climb to the top for spectacular views or go skiing during the winter months!
Steve Snodgrass / Flickr
Maryland keeps it sweet with their famous Bergers cookies. These soft fudgey treats melt in your mouth and you can never have just one. Find out more about their tasty history here
Ashley Harrigan / Flickr
You can take a day trip or bring your tent for a weekend of camping at Maryland’s Assateague Island, where wild horses roam free! More info here
A. Currell / Flickr
Maryland is rich in arts and culture and you can always find a historic theatre to catch a play, musical, or concert. Hairspray was based here, after all. Good morning, Baltimore! Pictured: Hippodrome Theatre
David Clow / Flickr
The annual Renaissance Festival draws thousands of visitors each year. Chomp down on a giant turkey leg while watching Maryland’s state sport, jousting! Their website can be found here
theblackdog2071 / Flickr
Sure, every state has their sports teams but Marylanders bleed purple and orange. The saddest time of year is during the few months between the end of football season and the beginning of baseball season.
Y Nakanishi / Flickr
Looking for something to do between sports seasons? You can take a road trip to several fun destinations! Maryland is within driving distance to Washington DC, Virginia, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, and more!
You can visit Baltimore to pay your respects to the great Edgar Allan Poe. This is where the mysterious Poe Toaster places roses and cognac every January 19th (Poe’s birthday), before vanishing into the night. Read more about the history
Matthew and Heather / Flickr
Maryland has a unique array of street art in several cities that are truly one of a kind.
Mike Mozart / Flickr
It’s not just for steamed crabs. Marylanders sprinkle Old Bay on everything from fries to scrambled eggs. You’ll never eat corn on the cob without it again. Looking for a few Old Bay recipes? Visit Oldbay.com
DVIDSHUB / Flickr
Annapolis, MD is home to the U.S. Naval Academy. They defend our country, and look good doin’ it.
Elliot Plack / Flickr
Natty Boh beer is an original Baltimore product and Mr. Boh has become our favorite one-eyed mascot. More about the history here.
Dorret / Flickr
Maryland has an annual Honfest that is full of life and big hair! You’ll find some of the most creative people here who love their Bawlmer! Honfest Website
Denise Miller / Flickr
The first Ledo Pizza shop opened in Adelphi, MD and has become a favorite throughout the state. It’s hip to be square! Ledo Website
Stuart Rankin / Flickr
The Maryland Chesapeake Bay is a breath-taking estuary full of wildlife. Bird watching and fishing are popular here as well as kayaking.
Austin Kirk / Flickr
The State Flag is bold and beautiful. It wins any and all contests against all other state’s flags. Bring it!
Route One Apparel / Facebook
Speaking of the state flag, you can literally find it everywhere. It’s printed on shirts, scarves, glasses, and even bikinis because NO STATE has more pride than Maryland. Find these spirited garments here
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