10 TOP Things to Do in Maryland August 2026

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Things to do

Civil War Ghosts: Echoes of the Fallen Gettysburg Ghost Tour

CA $29

per adult

80% of travellers recommend

Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Observation Deck Tickets

Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Tickets + Self Guidebook

CA $25

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

DC at Dusk Night Tour

CA $90

per adult

94% of travellers recommend

DC Highlights Tour

CA $74

per adult

90% of travellers recommend

One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York

CA $277

per adult

92% of travellers recommend

Baltimore Orioles Baseball Game at Oriole Park

CA $72

per adult

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National Mall

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Inspiring architecture, magnificent museums and the icons of American history await on Washington’s famous two-mile (three-kilometer) strip.

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Downtown Washington D.C.

Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Washington D.C.. Check out top attractions like Capital One Arena and Smithsonian Institution, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center Station to see more of the city.

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North Ocean City

North Ocean City is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Ocean City Beach and Carousel Ice Skating Rink.

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Inner Harbor

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Inner Harbor. Make a stop by National Aquarium in Baltimore or Baltimore Inner Harbor Marina while you're exploring the area.

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Downtown Ocean City

If you're spending some time in Downtown Ocean City, Ocean City Beach and Jolly Roger at the Pier are top sights worth seeing.

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Northwest

Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and Smithsonian's National Zoo, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.

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