- TripBuzz found 264 things to do with kids in or near Essex, Maryland, including 258 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Baltimore, Annapolis, Columbia and Pasadena.
- From Rocky Point Beach to Heritage Society of Essex & Middle River Inc, the Essex area offers 110 different types of family activities, including: Marinas, History Museums, Beaches and Parks.
- Located in central Maryland is the city of Essex. Located near Chesapeake Bay, locals and visitors can enjoy outdoor and water recreation as well as beautiful scenic views as it features many acres of rural land for gardens and landscape. The city also plays host to local events, festivals and concerts, drawing tourists from throughout Maryland.
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American Century Theater operates out of a stage attached to a middle school and focuses on 'neglected' 20th century plays. This black box theater provides lots of flexibility in seating and staging.
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Surrounded by hiking trails, Lake Redman is a prime water sports destination, with activities like boating, kayaking, and paddleboating for visitors to participate in. The lake has several picnic areas for visitors to set up family picnics at.
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The waterfall hike trail through Scott's Run Nature Preserve is the closest one to the Metro DC area. The main trail is a 2.2 mile loop, but there are also many interconnecting trails along the 384 acres that make up the park.
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The York City Ice arena is a community-managed facility that actually houses two separate ice surfaces. This allows the rink to play host to local hockey teams and figure skating competitions while also offering public lessons and open skate sessions.
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Billy Goat Trail is a popular hiking trail located on and around the Potomac River and offers both a strenous rocky terrain as well as flat ground to suit hikers with varying skills.
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The Tony Award-winning Signature Theatre is a non-profit theater company that covers a wide range of productions. Contemporary musicals, modern plays, reinvented classic musicals, and new works are all featured.
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Situated in the heart of Newark, Kells Park has over 5 acres of mixed woodland and field, interspersed with playparks. It has a variety of sports fields for use by local teams as well as several kilometers of hiking trails.
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11710 MacArthur Blvd Potomac, MD, Potomac, MD
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Visitors who take the Great Falls Canal Boat Ride will ride through a historical canal in a boat pulled by mules, while park rangers in period clothing discuss 19th century life. The ride lasts for approximately one hour.
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Open to members, Smyrna Swim Club has a 9 feet deep pool for guests to play in. There is also a smaller pool for babies. Swimming lessons are provided by trained instructors.
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151 Saint George Boulevard, Oxon Hill, MD
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National Children's Museum is a small place located at Saint George Boulevard with rooms that have different arts and crafts, and has a separate area for infants and toddlers. There is a parking garage and outdoor space nearby for a picnic, and several restaurant options.