- Our list of the best things to do in Ellicott City, Maryland, features the top 415 nearby activities — including 137 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Ellicott City, MD has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Sights & Landmarks, Entertainment & Shows, and Amusement.
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118 N. Washington St., Alexandria, VA 22314
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The primary draw of Alexandria's Christ Church is its history as it was the location of George Washington's funeral, and his church pew is still marked. The church also still holds public events throughout the year.
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The Old Town Waterfront is centered mostly around the marina and parks, allowing for outdoor activities like boating, fishing, biking, and walking. The district also features many shops, restaurants, and historic sites.
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Several tours of both the freshwater and seawater regions within the Washington DC region are available through the Potomac Riverboat Company. Sightseeing tours include the Washington Monuments Cruise, the Mount Vernon Cruise, the Alexandria Seaport Cruise, and the Pirate Cruise.
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105-107 S. Fairfax St, Alexandria, VA
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Operating as a family apothecary business from 1792 to 1933, the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum still houses some of the original ingredients, papers and products used during the time for customers including Robert E. Lee and the Washingtons.
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The focus of the 476-acre Lake Fairfax Park is the 20-acre lake itself that offers fishing and boating. There is also an on-site waterpark known as The Water Mine Family Swimmin' Hole with a lazy river, tunnels, slides, and an interactive water play area for children.
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Tucker Road Ice Rink is a year-round indoor ice skating facility whose amenities include a warming room and viewing room. They also offer public ice skating sessions with skate rentals, Learn to Play Hockey classes and birthday party packages.
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Situated inside John Strongbow's Tavern, Medieval Madness is a live dinner theater show. The meal and seating arrangements are set up in family style with the show itself following the medieval bard traditions.
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The Lyceum is essentially a history museum that was founded in 1839 by a group calling themselves the Alexandria Lyceum in conjunction with the Alexandria Library Company. Local history collections, school programs, concerts, and lectures are offered within the museum.
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1400 Lake Fairfax Dr., Reston, VA 20190
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More than an acre of water-based fun is implemented at the Water Mine Family Swimmin' Hole. The entire park is surrounded by a lazy river that runs 2.5 miles an hour while the center features flumes, slides, showers, spray towers, and an interactive fun center for young children.
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Fun for the whole family, Volcano Island is a waterpark located in Sterling. The waterpark features multiple waterslides, pools and splash pads, offering an array of activities for guests of all ages.