Beyond the Vines in Maryland Wine Country

Things to do in Maryland wine country – besides sipping through the vineyards

When it’s time to take a break from wine tasting, Maryland has plenty to keep the fun going. It’s hard to narrow down all the things to do in Maryland into a top five list, after all the state is home to National Parks, hiking trails, beaches, museums and so much more. But, there are a few things you shouldn’t miss… (Sip in more with Carpe Travel’s Maryland Wine Country Travel Guide.)

Baltimore Inner Harbor

Family friendly, the inner harbor neighborhood at the mouth of the Patapsco River in Baltimore has the National Aquarium, Maryland Science Center, and Port Discovery Children’s Museum. Paddle boat in the harbor, see a concert at Power Point Live, and dine at the many restaurants in the neighborhood, or head to the other side of the harbor to Fells Point where there are pubs, taverns, many of the serving up famous Maryland crab.

Morgan Run Natural Environment Area

While visiting the wineries in the Piedmont Plateau region, take a nature break to picnic, fish or hike the 3.4-mile loop in Morgan Run.

Chesapeake City Historic District

Visiting the wineries by the Eastern Shore? Spend some time in Chesapeake where there are antique shops, restaurants, the Canal Museum, art galleries and summer concerts.

Adventure Park USA

Give the kids a break from the grown-up fun of visiting wineries and spend the day at the 17.5-acre Adventure Park in Monrovia, close to many of the wineries in the state. Outside there are roller coasters, mini golf, and go-karts. Inside there’s an arcade, mini bowling, laser tag and so much more.

Western Maryland Scenic Railroad

If you’re visiting the wineries on the western end of the state, take a 32-mile ride through scenic mountains on a vintage train powered by steam or diesel. During the holidays, they host a Polar Express Train Ride and throughout the year, there are Murder Mystery Dinner Trains for adults.

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