Guidebook for Frederick
Food Scene
Rex's Downtown Grill
57 E Patrick StThe burgers are amazing!
I've heard really good things about this restaurant (although I've never been here).
11 locals recommend
Ayse Meze Lounge
6 N East StI've heard really good things about this restaurant (although I've never been here).
I've heard amazing things about this restaurant. It's super $$$ but well worth it from feedback I've received.
43 locals recommend
VOLT
I've heard amazing things about this restaurant. It's super $$$ but well worth it from feedback I've received.
Parks & Nature
The park is great for picnics, reading on a blanket, walking, running, family-friendly, etc. The clock tower is cool too.
74 locals recommend
Baker Park
The park is great for picnics, reading on a blanket, walking, running, family-friendly, etc. The clock tower is cool too.
Great for hiking, picnics/BBQs, sunset views at the top overlook.
44 locals recommend
Gambrill State Park
8602 Gambrill Park RdGreat for hiking, picnics/BBQs, sunset views at the top overlook.
This garden center is worth the visit, even if you have no intention of making a purchase. The gardens are just so pretty and you can stroll around the property (for free). This is a family-owned business and the owners are so friendly and helpful. Great place for couples, families. There is a kids-only section which is really cool. Great place to take pics too; lots of photo opps.
Surreybrooke Gardens
8610 Baltimore National PikeThis garden center is worth the visit, even if you have no intention of making a purchase. The gardens are just so pretty and you can stroll around the property (for free). This is a family-owned business and the owners are so friendly and helpful. Great place for couples, families. There is a kids-only section which is really cool. Great place to take pics too; lots of photo opps.
Secret spot 35-40 minutes from Frederick. Perfect for a short walk, sightseeing & picnic.
Devil’s Backbone Park
18934 Lappans RdSecret spot 35-40 minutes from Frederick. Perfect for a short walk, sightseeing & picnic.
Arts & Culture
I've not been here as of yet but I've heard great things about the Theatre.
56 locals recommend
Weinberg Center for the Arts
20 W Patrick StI've not been here as of yet but I've heard great things about the Theatre.
I saw an improv performance here in June 2017; amazing little space and a hidden gem in downtown Frederick. Off-street parking available (free on Sundays). Check this place out if you get a chance! Their calendar of events is on their website.
10 locals recommend
Sky Stage Frederick MD
59 S Carroll StI saw an improv performance here in June 2017; amazing little space and a hidden gem in downtown Frederick. Off-street parking available (free on Sundays). Check this place out if you get a chance! Their calendar of events is on their website.
Essentials
Healthy market with a hot/cold/juice bar, cafe with seating, and decent selection of meat, produce, etc.
12 locals recommend
The Common Market
5728 Buckeystown PikeHealthy market with a hot/cold/juice bar, cafe with seating, and decent selection of meat, produce, etc.
This is really close to the house and convenient for most everything you'll need during your stay. If you prefer more organics/healthy options, Common Market (10 minute drive, or so) is your best best.
9 locals recommend
Safeway
927 West 7th StreetThis is really close to the house and convenient for most everything you'll need during your stay. If you prefer more organics/healthy options, Common Market (10 minute drive, or so) is your best best.
MOM's Organic Market
5273 Buckeystown PikeHealth food galore
Drinks & Nightlife
Live music on weekends (check their website for schedule), great drinks, nice staff and crowd, decent food.
72 locals recommend
Cafe Nola
4 E Patrick StLive music on weekends (check their website for schedule), great drinks, nice staff and crowd, decent food.
Yelp gives this place great reviews (food/drink). Right across from the Creek.
50 locals recommend
Hootch and Banter
49 S Market StYelp gives this place great reviews (food/drink). Right across from the Creek.
Shopping
Hagerstown Premium Outlets
495 Premium Outlets BoulevardGreat deals and selection at this outlet.
If you love antiques like I do, you will love this amazing space. It's off the beaten path and they have sales some weekends; check their website for events as they aren't open every weekend unfortunately.
Chartreuse & Co
4005 Buckeystown PikeIf you love antiques like I do, you will love this amazing space. It's off the beaten path and they have sales some weekends; check their website for events as they aren't open every weekend unfortunately.
Everything Else
Some of the best coffee I've had. Try the pour-over, Americano, or Johnny Cash. Great bikes too and they offer rental packages for $40.
12 locals recommend
Gravel & Grind
15 East 6th StreetSome of the best coffee I've had. Try the pour-over, Americano, or Johnny Cash. Great bikes too and they offer rental packages for $40.
Roddy Road Covered Bridge
14760 Roddy Rd