Wandering around Frederick, I walked inside a historic house to find exhibits set up by one of the…read moreoldest historical societies in the country. Two friendly women greeted me and encouraged me to buy a $12 ticket to visit. The bottom floor takes visitors through several rooms of art and history of Frederick County. Upstairs are exhibits about the actual house and a few other topics. Outside is a garden that hosts events. I learned a lot about the area and saw art and photos about life back in the day. I also appreciated that the exhibit acknowledges that the house had owners that once enslaved people. Rather than ignoring it, they call it out.

This is THE PLACE for Frederick County History! Worth checking out if you're in the area. See some…read morecool stuff, go in the awesome building. Docents are nice and informative, or you can go self-guided. Takes credit cards for their admission but very much worth it. There is also a Research Center/Library in the basement, and the Taney House which is another museum owned by the same company. For one dollar more during the Taney House season, you can go to both museums.

Military Museum [Frederick MD]…read more We had some time on our last day in MD before heading to the airport... from Linthicum Heights we drove some 50 miles to Frederick. We found a spot on a metered street parking in front of the museum. Admission is $9.50/adult. The museum is dedicated to telling the medical story of the Civil War. There are a lot to see... and learn. The exhibits were great and educational. We learned how the creation of Civil War medicine impacted the present day. Each gallery offered different exhibits following through the footsteps of the soldiers and surgeons and the harsh conditions and personal sacrifices they went through. I can't even imagine how they evacuate the wounded... an "ambulance" then was a wagon pulled by two horses and carted off to a medical facility. Or how about how they did amputations, amputations were the most common surgical operation during the conflict with more than 60,000 being performed. The wounded soldiers suffered different mortality rates depending on where the amputation took place on the body. There are two floors of exhibits. Stairs and an elevator are accessible to the top floor. There are bathrooms on both levels. I am not in the medical field and found the museum very interesting and educational. We didn't expect to stay as long as we did. We even got a parking ticket when we got back to our car ¯\_('~')_/¯ Review #3674

Two floors of exquisitely curated North and South artifacts. Plan on spending at least 90 minutes…read morehere. Public parking lot around the corner, very convenient; also street parking with meters. Charming, safe neighborhood.

I've been a student of the American Civil War for over 60 years. Recently, while visiting friends,…read moreI learned about the Monocacy National Battlefield where "The Battle That Saved Washington" was fought in July 1864. The Visitor Center is very nice with a electronic interpretive displays, as well as battlefield artifacts. There is a self-guided 4 mile (6 km) automobile tour of the battlefield and three walking loop trails. It was raining the day we visited, which curtailed exploring the Battlefield and its historical buildings. But I thoroughly enjoyed the the view of the Battlefield -- a rolling grassy field with dense forest around it -- and imagined what the battle may have looked like that day.

If you love history, specifically civil war history, make this a stop if you're in the area. Stop…read moreby the visitor's center first and pick up some guides & pamphlets to guide you on your journey through. Make sure you have a car, if not you'll be setting aside the whole day trying to walk it. Are you a jogger/cyclist? Love the outdoors? Then also make this a stop, maybe you'll learn something and pick up a few interests on your morning run. Do you fall into none of the previous categories? Well, maybe avoid it. Most of it just looks like big empty fields - it kind of is exactly that to the non-enthusiasts and imagination-deprived. The whole thing is free (including parking) for a budget friendly experience. My cons: 1). some portions lacked proper explanation as to what you were looking at. The "Grist Mill" location on the map did not have a mill. There was an office building with a "do not enter" sign and a small run down shack. Were either of those a mill? Sure didn't look like it. Did the mill just USED to stand here years ago? Who knows. As an actual history enthusiast I would've appreciated the ability to explore the historic buildings more. Several very old farmhouses related to the battle still stand and look in decent shape! Perhaps the budget does not allow, but it would be nice to place an employee at these places and allow people to tour. Also upon peering through the windows, it would seem a lot of history has been lost. The insides are barren and empty. Many times it felt like you'd get somewhere, step out and look at a field, then hop back in and go to the next place. This is coming from someone ACTUALLY interested. I'm not sure what the solution is, but I'm sure there's something they could do to make the experience a bit more compelling.

Sky Stage, please remain in Frederick! This amazing outdoor arts/cultural venue is such a unique…read moreway to bring the community together. I've been to two events here in the last few months and I hope the owner extends this space beyond July as their website states. What started as a burned-down building in need of repair was turned into an amazing outdoor space that feels natural, intimate and inviting for small events. From comedy to poetry readings, yoga, to art - this space is really special and if you're in the Frederick area it's worth checking out. There's plenty of free or low-cost parking nearby and it's also around the corner from great restaurants and Carroll Creek so the location couldn't be better.

Love this unique venue! We were invited to a client appreciation happy hour and really loved the…read morespace! It's so simple yet the vibe is very cool. The space allows for so many interesting events to take place. They host salsa dancing, drum circles, yoga, and many many other things. The living trellis inside is amazing!! The only reason I didn't give it five stars, because I did truly love it, was the lack of a bathroom. There are signs pointing to the "restrooms" but it was simply your average Porta potty. I think having the nicer mobile bathrooms that a lot of outdoor wedding venues use would add so much functionality to the space.

So, this place was ok. It really seems to be geared to school groups, which is fine, just know in…read moreadvance this isn't like a traditional historical house where the rooms are all period decorated. It is really geared to be interactive for children. Which again, is cool, me and my husband spent many minutes playing some of the games. Also, props for them for making actual food in the large kitchen fireplace. My only real issue is that they don't really specify anywhere online that the house was a plantation. I wouldn't have toured it at all had I known that. I am not comfortable touring places where there were slaves.

This playground is so cool! Everything has a fairytale theme and such fun playground equipment for…read morekids. So many slides, climbing options, swings, and more. We had about 2 hours of fun and my kids could have stayed longer. It's not far from the heart of Frederick. Enjoy some play ground time and then go get dinner on the Main Street.

This is an accessible playground in Frederick MD, in memory of Sophie and Madigan. Plenty of…read moreparking. It's got four different kinds of swings and different play structures to include kids of all abilities. The bathroom even has an adult sized changing table. There are trash cans and benches and overall it is well maintained. There is really no shaded area to speak of which is something to consider for sunny days.

My group had an amazing time with Hipstoricdc. Carlos was a great tour guide. Thanks for a fun…read morefilled adventure Carlos!!!!

During my recent trip to Washington DC and Virginia for a sister's weekend, we spent the day with…read moreCarlos from Hipstoricdc. From start to finish everything about our day was perfection. From the moment Carlos picked us up in his amazing vehicle, until he dropped us off later on in the day, we made the most fabulous memories together! His attention to detail was amazing. He opened and closed our doors. He escorted us into each winery. He communicated with the winery staff to make certain we were situated. He took pictures of the day, which he shared with us later. He provided a lovely charcuterie snack for us. He was a wealth of knowledge about wines and wine making and the history of the area and the beautiful vistas. As you can see, I could go on and on!! I have already recommended Carlos and Hipstoricdc to others!! Thank you Carlos for such an amazing experience!

My family went on the history tour Sunday and loved it! Amanda, our guide, was fantastic - funny,…read moreknowledgeable and did a fantastic job. All staff we encountered were great and helpful. I have been to Frederick many, many times but certainly learned a couple things that were new to me. I loved being able to see things that you usually don't notice or have the chance to enjoy. The communication from the company was great with a reminder of our upcoming event and all the details. I would highly reccomend jumping on the bus and taking one of their many different tours. I think I'll go back at Christmas to enjoy the lights and decorations. Thank you Maryland Double Deckers

From the owner: More than a ride—it’s an experience you can’t get anywhere else…read more At Maryland Double Deckers, we don’t just transport you—we immerse you in one-of-a-kind adventures aboard a vintage London double-decker bus. From hands-on reptile encounters for kids to curated winery and brewery tours for adults, every experience is thoughtfully crafted and can’t be replicated by simply walking into a venue on your own. Whether it’s exclusive tastings, behind-the-scenes access, themed events, or storytelling history tours, we make every journey memorable. Climb aboard and discover why it’s always better on top. Planning something special? We specialize in private events too—corporate outings, weddings, bachelorette parties, birthdays, and more. With room for up to 48 guests and a head-turning presence, our bus makes any celebration unforgettable.

This was such an amazing experience! The party was on short notice but they handled everything…read more From the sales rep to our driver- I couldn't recommend them more! With all the wineries in Loudoun, all we needed to tell them the "vibe" and they helped us with deciding everything else. Recommend the wine, the food, the location. There was karaoke on the bus. It was amazing.

Huge thank you to Cork & Keg for providing a full day winery tour for my daughter and me. We…read moreenjoyed lunch and tastings at 4 wineries. I left the planning to the Cork & Keg crew and Jurlissa and Brittani provided a 5 star experience. Highly recommend you reach out to them to plan your wine, craft beer, and/or distillery tour!!