- Our list of the best things to do in Bethesda, Maryland, features the top 626 nearby activities — including 223 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Bethesda, MD has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Sights & Landmarks, Entertainment & Shows, and Museums & Galleries.
- The results below include the top 26 things to do within the city of Bethesda, MD , followed by 599 popular activities in nearby cities, including Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring, Alexandria, Sterling, Columbia, Bowie, Chantilly, Fairfax, Laurel, Reston, Gaithersburg, Rockville, Potomac, McLean, Ashburn, Annandale, Springfield, College Park, Fort Washington, Herndon, Falls Church, Oxon Hill, Centreville, Greenbelt, Germantown, Lorton, Odenton, Olney, Woodbridge, Crofton, Severn, Clinton, Ellicott City, Hanover, Manassas, Elkridge, Wheaton, Mount Vernon, Leesburg, Glen Echo, Burke, Savage, Brandywine, Annapolis, Baltimore, Sandy Spring and Davidsonville
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41.3 Miles
Spread over 375 acres of land, the Rocky Point Beach is situated at the mouth of both the Middle and Back Rivers along Chesapeake Bay. Along with the 300 foot beach, the surrounding park has numerous picnic areas, two playgrounds, a fishing pier, and a sailing center.
41.4 Miles
96%
480 votes
St. Peter's Church Stone Patio, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
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Based on the stories in 'A Ghostly Tour of Harpers Ferry,' if the weather is above 40 degrees, visitors tour Harpers Ferry and hear about the town's ghost. When the weather is below 40, visitors meet in St. Peter's Church where they see slides and hear the stories.
41.4 Miles
Through music, photos, and wax figures, the John Brown Wax Museum tells the story of John Brown's attack on Harpers Ferry. John Brown led an attempt in 1859 to stop slavery, and his story became the popular Battle Hymn of the Republic song.
41.4 Miles
98%
209 votes
Thomas Hall, St. Peter's Catholic Church, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
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O' Be Joyfull Historical Tours & Entertainment, gives ghost tours of Harpers Valley, and its founder Rick Garland also conducts historical tours including tours of St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church. This leader also presents a Historical Songs and Stories Concert Show, as well as serving as a step-on guide.
41.4 Miles
Sully's Comedy Cellar features comedians from Comedy Central, HBO, Last Comic Standing, Leno and Letterman. They also allow individuals to produce their own show by bringing a comedian to perform their comedic set.
41.4 Miles
The Deer Tree Pool is an Olympic sized swimming pool that is known for being one of the largest pools in the county. The pool is open 7 days a week and offers seasonal memberships.
41.5 Miles
64%
22 votes
10820 Beaver Dam Rd., Cockeysville, MD 21030
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Beaver Dam Swimming Club offers a variety of recreation opportunities with its two pools, a rope swing, a basketball and volleyball court, picnic spots and more.
41.5 Miles
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Running Hare Vineyard
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150 Adelina Rd, Prince Frederick, MD 20678
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Running Hare Vineyard is an Italian style winery which offers a variety of quality red and white wine varietals in addition to the beautiful scenic views of the surrounding landscape.
41.5 Miles
Terrapin Nature Park is a local waterfront park comprising of a vast shoreline and many acres of wetlands which make it popular wildlife watching and sightseeing destination. Visitors can also enjoy other activities here such as hiking, biking and more.
41.5 Miles
Blackwater Distilling makes a variety of distinctive craft spirits, using organic and locally grown ingredients. Specialties include Sloop Betty Vodka, Sloop Betty Honey, and Picaroon Maryland Rum. The distillery offers tours for visitors.