Road trip, anyone? If you’re a lover of history, then you’ll want to partake in this road trip that leads to 7 iconic landmarks in Maryland. Drive time is 3 hours and 22 minutes but you’ll want to make time to stop at each and every spot. You could start at either end of this route, or even add more spots if you’d like. One thing is for sure, you’re bound to learn a lot along the way. Click here to follow along with the map, and enjoy the journey.
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- Fort Frederick State Park (Big Pool)
lcm1863 / Flickr Our journey begins at Fort Frederick State Park. This fort stood as Maryland’s defense during the French and Indian War. Head here to witness artillery firings and check out the 18th-century markets. Fort Frederick State Park, 11100 Fort Frederick Rd, Big Pool, MD 21711, USA
- Antietam National Battlefield (Sharpsburg)
Doug Kerr / Flickr This infamous battlefield is home to Bloody Lane and other iconic sites. 23,000 soldiers were killed, wounded, or missing during the Battle of Antietam, making this a haunting, yet fascinating place to explore. Antietam National Battlefield, 302 E Main St, Sharpsburg, MD 21782, USA
- Washington Monument State Park (Middletown)
F Delventhal / Flickr DC isn’t the only place with a Washington Monument – Maryland is actually home to two! The first on our list can be found at Washington Monument State Park. This peculiar looking structure was built in 1827, and today, you can still walk to the top and admire the overlook view that stretches on for miles. Washington Monument State Park, 6620 Zittlestown Rd, Middletown, MD 21769, USA
- Monocacy National Battlefield (Frederick)
Forsaken Fotos / Flickr Another Civil War site can be found at Monocacy National Battlefield. The battle here took place in 1864 and it’s still full of historic sites, including old houses. Head here to learn about the area while taking picturesque photos of the serene surroundings. Monocacy National Battlefield, 5201 Urbana Pike, Frederick, MD 21704, USA
- Washington Monument (Baltimore)
Ron Cogswell / Flickr The centerpiece of Baltimore’s Mt Vernon neighborhood is this impressive monument, which was built in the early 1800s. Not many people know that you can actually go inside of the monument and walk the spiral staircase to the top. Washington Monument, 699 N Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA
- Fort McHenry (Baltimore)
Nick Normal / Flickr Did you know that Maryland’s very own Fort McHenry inspired the Star Spangled Banner? This fort played a roll in the War of 1812, helping defend an attack by the British Navy. Today, you can tour this interesting spot, inside and out. Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine, 2400 E Fort Ave, Baltimore, MD 21230, USA
- Maryland State House (Annapolis)
Doug Kerr / Flickr Last but not least is the Maryland State House in Annapolis. Dating back to 1772, it’s known as the oldest U.S. state capitol in continuous legislative use. It’s open to the public for self-guided tours. Maryland State House, 100 State Cir, Annapolis, MD 21401, USA
These certainly aren’t the only iconic landmarks in Maryland. What other ones would you add to the list? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!
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lcm1863 / Flickr
Our journey begins at Fort Frederick State Park. This fort stood as Maryland’s defense during the French and Indian War. Head here to witness artillery firings and check out the 18th-century markets.
Fort Frederick State Park, 11100 Fort Frederick Rd, Big Pool, MD 21711, USA
Doug Kerr / Flickr
This infamous battlefield is home to Bloody Lane and other iconic sites. 23,000 soldiers were killed, wounded, or missing during the Battle of Antietam, making this a haunting, yet fascinating place to explore.
Antietam National Battlefield, 302 E Main St, Sharpsburg, MD 21782, USA
F Delventhal / Flickr
DC isn’t the only place with a Washington Monument – Maryland is actually home to two! The first on our list can be found at Washington Monument State Park. This peculiar looking structure was built in 1827, and today, you can still walk to the top and admire the overlook view that stretches on for miles.
Washington Monument State Park, 6620 Zittlestown Rd, Middletown, MD 21769, USA
Forsaken Fotos / Flickr
Another Civil War site can be found at Monocacy National Battlefield. The battle here took place in 1864 and it’s still full of historic sites, including old houses. Head here to learn about the area while taking picturesque photos of the serene surroundings.
Monocacy National Battlefield, 5201 Urbana Pike, Frederick, MD 21704, USA
Ron Cogswell / Flickr
The centerpiece of Baltimore’s Mt Vernon neighborhood is this impressive monument, which was built in the early 1800s. Not many people know that you can actually go inside of the monument and walk the spiral staircase to the top.
Washington Monument, 699 N Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA
Nick Normal / Flickr
Did you know that Maryland’s very own Fort McHenry inspired the Star Spangled Banner? This fort played a roll in the War of 1812, helping defend an attack by the British Navy. Today, you can tour this interesting spot, inside and out.
Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine, 2400 E Fort Ave, Baltimore, MD 21230, USA
Last but not least is the Maryland State House in Annapolis. Dating back to 1772, it’s known as the oldest U.S. state capitol in continuous legislative use. It’s open to the public for self-guided tours.
Maryland State House, 100 State Cir, Annapolis, MD 21401, USA
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