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Highest-rated things to do in Maryland by visitors

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When planning your next holiday, you might feel an instinctual pull toward destinations that would take you across oceans, like Tokyo or Paris, but there are experiences closer to home that will have you thinking twice before booking a trip abroad ever again.

If you're craving a burst of adrenaline, why not reserve a spot in Michigan's famed Saugatuck Dune Rides? The activity's charmingly dated website is a great indication of its word-of-mouth notoriety and timeless appeal. Over in Arizona, you might be surprised to find that it's not just the Grand Canyon that tempts travelers to its desert landscape—it's also one-of-a-kind venues like the Musical Instrument Museum, where music enthusiasts can find over 7,500 instruments from 200 countries around the world.

Indeed, even if you've lived in Maryland your whole life, you might be surprised by just how many top-rated things you've yet to cross off your list. From architectural wonders and picturesque views to historical museums and other must-see sights, you'll find your appreciation for Maryland reignited just by reading through this list of top-rated things to do.

Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated things to do in Maryland using data from Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor ranks places using a combination of metrics, including overall rating, reviews, and number of page views. As a result, an activity with a 5 out of 5 overall rating might rank lower than one with a 4 out of 5. Data is as of Aug. 15, 2025.

Whether you're a family of five traveling in a recreational vehicle or a duo of friends looking for a quick getaway in Maryland, read on for a list of sights you could easily plan a trip around.

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#30. Mgm National Harbor - Casino

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#30. Mgm National Harbor - Casino

- Rating: 3.7/5 (812 reviews)
- City: Oxon Hill
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#29. Historic Downtown Frederick

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#29. Historic Downtown Frederick

- Rating: 4.7/5 (685 reviews)
- City: Frederick
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#28. Top of the World Observation Level

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#28. Top of the World Observation Level

- Rating: 4.5/5 (593 reviews)
- City: Baltimore
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#27. Billy Goat Trail

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#27. Billy Goat Trail

- Rating: 4.7/5 (263 reviews)
- City: Potomac Montgomery County
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#25. Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum

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#25. Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum

- Rating: 4.6/5 (1,074 reviews)
- City: St Michaels Talbot County
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#22. The Adventure Park At Sandy Spring

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#22. The Adventure Park At Sandy Spring

- Rating: 4.8/5 (809 reviews)
- City: Sandy Spring Montgomery County
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#20. Sagamore Spirit Distillery

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#20. Sagamore Spirit Distillery

- Rating: 4.9/5 (1,104 reviews)
- City: Baltimore
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#17. Antietam National Battlefield

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#17. Antietam National Battlefield

- Rating: 4.8/5 (1,472 reviews)
- City: Sharpsburg
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#15. Annapolis Historic District

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#15. Annapolis Historic District

- Rating: 4.7/5 (1,285 reviews)
- City: Annapolis
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#14. American Visionary Art Museum

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#14. American Visionary Art Museum

- Rating: 4.6/5 (1,653 reviews)
- City: Baltimore
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#10. Swallow Falls State Park

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#10. Swallow Falls State Park

- Rating: 4.7/5 (790 reviews)
- City: Oakland Garrett County
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#7. Oriole Park at Camden Yards

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#7. Oriole Park at Camden Yards

- Rating: 4.8/5 (5,132 reviews)
- City: Baltimore
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#5. Fort McHenry National Monument And Historic Shrine

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#5. Fort McHenry National Monument And Historic Shrine

- Rating: 4.7/5 (3,478 reviews)
- City: Baltimore
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