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class rollercoasters, children’s favorite character rides, games, shows, and the Hurricane Harbor waterpark makes everyone feel like a kid again. The Belair Mansion is beloved by those seeking a glimpse of the past to see how residents lived between 1747-1950.
HIDDEN GEM: National Capital Radio and Television Museum is
a time capsule into the history of broadcast media and memorabilia.
WATERFRONT DISTRICT
The buzz around the Capital region can be heard “across the pond” and it’s all about the food, fun, fashions and finds at National Harbor! Whether you’re on this side of the Potomac or hundreds of miles away, Marylanders, locals and visitors from near and far flock to this lively promenade for mouthwatering cuisine, unique boutiques, watersport activities
and family-friendly attractions. Each season is sensational, from the outdoor summer concert series and movie nights, to the sparkle of autumn’s holiday festivities. During winter, magnificent ice sculptures create a cool wonderland before spring gives way to a
harmony of
pink cherry
blossoms
and
blush-
hued
sunsets.
Nightlife
is kept
alive year
round inside
the MGM Casino,
a favorite for those seeking to test their game skills. It’s been ranked as one of the top casinos on the East Coast. The pulse
of the days and evenings continues at the refined Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center for an upscale treat.
HIDDEN GEM: Dress to impress after shopping at some of the most popular brands and sought-after labels at Tanger Outlets. Eighty-five stores provide endless ways to flatter your look.
SOUTHERN COUNTY
Take a drive along the roads less traveled and head to the beautiful area of Brandywine.
This bucolic corridor is a dreamy portal into scenic wine country, where four family-owned vineyards meet hearty farmlands, and equine adventures blend with agritourism
to offer an idyllic place
to roam. The county’s heartland is also a hub
for history lovers, with landmarks that include the Surratt House Museum — home of a family that became entangled in
John Wilkes Booth’s assassination of President Abraham Lincoln — and the National Colonial Farm, a living history museum in Accokeek.
HIDDEN GEM: Every now and again — if you’re lucky — you’ll stumble upon a treasure like Brandywine Carriage Tours. Sit back,
relax and enjoy this charming
ride of leisure steered
by two majestic horses with pit
stops along the Legacy
Wine Trail. Peek at the
llamas and alpacas at the Villa de Alpacas
Farm nearby, with a wide selection of one-of-a-kind, hand-dyed blankets and items to keep you cozy.
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OUR MUST-SEES
Looking for the essential sights of Prince George’s?
We’ve got you covered.
1|NATIONAL HARBOR (NATIONALHARBOR.COM) 877-628-5427
Boundless options await you at this world-class entertainment center located along the Potomac River and across from the nation’s capital. Test your game skills at MGM Casino, your swing at Topgolf, and your curiosity atop the Capital Wheel. Find new fashions at Tanger Outlets, with delicious dining in between it all.
2|SIX FLAGS AMERICA (SIXFLAGS.COM/AMERICA) 301-249-1500
Extreme rides, a giant waterpark, and activities for the entire family with festive themes during the fall and winter holidays.
3|NATIONAL WILDLIFE VISITOR CENTER (PATUXENT.FWS.GOV) 301-497-5760
One of the largest science and environmental education centers in the area highlights Earth's vital resources and strives to improve the condition of wildlife and their habitats.
4|GATEWAY ARTS DISTRICT (MYGATEWAYARTS.ORG) 301-683-8267
Hyattsville and quaint communities to the south house this Arts & Culture District, which is a canvas for various artists to make an imprint.
5|NASA GODDARD SPACE FLIGHT CENTER (NASA.GOV/GODDARD) 301-286-2000
View earth like an astronaut through interactive exhibits and artifacts that bring the science of space exploration to life.
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Photo by: Nate Smith