• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content

Retirement Travelers

Full-time World Travel Couple

  • Home
  • Countries
    • Africa
    • Asia
    • Australia and Oceania
    • Caribbean
    • Central America & Mexico
    • Europe
    • North America
    • South America
  • United States
  • National Parks
  • Bucket Lists
    • Golf Course Bucket List
    • Cruise Bucket List
    • Rail Journey Bucket List
  • Videos
    • YouTube Shorts
    • 2023 Videos
    • 2022 Videos
    • 2021 Videos
    • 2020 Videos
  • About Us
    • About Us
    • Contact Us
    • Get Social!
      • YouTube
      • Instagram
      • Facebook
      • Pinterest
      • LinkedIn
  • Store
    • Travel Products
    • Retirement Gifts
  • Show Search
Hide Search
march land in maryland

MARYLAND

Our Maryland Travel Guide

Located in the Mid-Atlantic region of the U.S, Maryland has an abundance of waterways and coastlines. It is given the nicknames ‘Little America’ and ‘America in Miniature’ because you can find almost any natural feature here. In addition, Baltimore, the state’s largest city, serves as a major seaport. Read our Maryland travel guide and list of major attractions below to learn more about visiting this state.

First, a little history…

Before the Europeans, Native Americans occupied the region and lived in homes made from tree branches, mud, and bark. European explorers began to sail here as early as the 16th century. After they mapped the area, the explorers returned as settlers. In 1634, Maryland became a British colony. However, in the 1770s, Maryland declared independence from the British, creating a divide between the soldiers. The conflict also resulted in many battles in Maryland. After the war was over, Maryland joined the U.S. as the 7th state in 1788.

Travel Guides for this State


Find your adventure! Organized by city name…


dog with toy on saddest day of airstream journey

Best and Worst Week of Our Airstream Journey Video

Continue Reading Best and Worst Week of Our Airstream Journey Video

Explore!

Major Maryland Attractions

National Aquarium

The National Aquarium is a non-profit public aquarium. The aquarium has several ecosystems home to mammals, birds, and plants. The five-story Tropical Rain Forest provides various levels from where you can see the monkeys, birds, frogs, sloths, etc. In the Atlantic Coral Reef Exhibit, you will find dolphins, sharks, and tropical fish. This is our favorite aquarium.

Ocean City Boardwalk

Ocean City Boardwalk is one of the most popular beaches on the mid-Atlantic coast. There is a Ferris wheel and a roller coaster that children and adults can enjoy. The sidewalks are lined with shops and stalls selling foods like saltwater taffy and Delmarva fried chicken. You can go from one attraction to the next through a tram. Visitors will often catch free movies and concerts on the beach if lucky.

Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park

The park is named after a social activist, Harriet Tubman. Tubman was a formerly enslaved person who organized the Underground Railroad, where escaping people found refuge and shelter. Tubman transported the freedom seekers from one station to the next until they reached Canada. A Visitor Center in the park elaborates on the work of Tubman and commemorates her life.

Six Flags America

For people who are interested in theme parks, Six Flag America offers rides of all kinds. The park was founded as a wildlife center in the 1970s, it initially operated as a drive-through safari. After almost a decade, the site was transformed into a theme park. The park attracts tourists of all ages because it has more than 100 rides, attractions, and shows.

Deep Creek Lake

Maryland’s western mountain region is a hidden gem that needs to be given more credit. Deep Creek Lake has 4,000 acres of water, which makes it the largest inland body of water in America. The lake has beaches, resorts, spas, shops, and restaurants along its shore, making it a perfect vacation spot. The lake is artificially built and is home to various aquatic birds and freshwater fish.

Some other notable places and attractions:

Antietam National Battlefield
U.S. Naval Academy Museum and Chapel
Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park
The Walters Art Museum

Explore More!

Journey to another state!


“Travel not to find yourself, but to remember who you’ve been all along!”

Footer

Retirement Travelers is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.

We also participate in various other affiliate programs with products.

Copyright © 2023 ·

Privacy Policy

Cookie Policy