Walking distance from both hotels where we have hotel blocks. Our favorite Thai restaurant in Frederick. Rachel is obsessed with their pineapple fried rice!
Orchard Restaurant
45 North Market Street, Frederick, MD 21701, (301) 663-4912
One of our favorite downtown Frederick lunch and dinner spots. Very vegetarian friendly; great sandwiches, stir fry and soups!
Beans & Bagels
49 East Patrick Street, Frederick, MD 21701, (301) 620-2165
Cute local spot for morning bagels and coffee. Outdoor seating out front means you can watch downtown Frederick wake up!
Pumpernickel + Rye
3538 Urbana Pike, Frederick, MD 21704, (240) 397-9600
Best bagels in Frederick County. A bit of a drive but well worth it. New school (and old school) deli favorites. Alex loves the french toast bagel, Rachel is partial to the "Lox Smith".
One of the stops on Maryland's Ice Cream Trail and a favorite of ours to visit after we've biked on the C&O Canal nearby!
Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center
1195 Baltimore Pike, Gettysburg, PA 17325, (877) 874-2478
A 30 minute drive from Frederick, Gettysburg is a must-visit for anyone who hasn't been before.
Frederick Municipal Forest
Frederick, MD 21702
This is our favorite hiking destination near Frederick. Waterfalls, a lake, amazing forests and terrific views. You can't go wrong when visiting the Watershed.
Cugino Forno Frederick
1705 North Market Street, Frederick, MD 21701, (240) 575-9903
Amazing Neapolitan style pizza and genuine Italian gelato.