- Our list of the best things to do in Bowie, Maryland, features the top 573 nearby activities — including 213 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Bowie, 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 22 things to do within the city of Bowie, MD , followed by 550 popular activities in nearby cities, including Baltimore, Washington, Annapolis, Arlington, Bethesda, Silver Spring, Alexandria, Laurel, Columbia, Rockville, Pasadena, Ellicott City, McLean, Glen Burnie, Edgewater, College Park, Fort Washington, Oxon Hill, Severna Park, Gaithersburg, Greenbelt, Potomac, Falls Church, Stevensville, Olney, Odenton, Severn, Crofton, Clinton, Elkridge, Dundalk, Catonsville, Hanover, Wheaton, Glen Echo, Annandale, Savage, Davidsonville, Brandywine, North Beach and Sandy Spring
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The historic Glenview Mansion is a home built in 1926 that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The mansion sits on 153-acres of land and hosts a number of public and private events during the year.
19.7 Miles
Views of the Potomac and Washington DC monuments are some of the biggest pulls for the Mount Vernon Trail. It is a multi-use recreational trail that runs for nearly 18 miles along the shoreline of the river.
19.7 Miles
Offering breathtaking views of Chesapeake Bay, John H. Downs Memorial Park provides visitors with the opportunity to enjoy an array of outdoor activities. This includes basketball, biking, fishing and kayaking.
19.7 Miles
Located near Andrews Air Force Base, Cosca Regional Park offers a combination of land that has been developed for recreation and natural untouched areas. A large children's playground is available in addition to a family friendly train and a boathouse that has paddleboat rentals.
19.8 Miles
23%
120 votes
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.
19.8 Miles
Receiving roughly 500,000 visitors each year, the Torpedo Factory Art Center serves as one of the largest art havens in the county with 82 studios, six galleries, and two workshops. The institute also has art classes through The Art League School and an on-site cafe.
19.8 Miles
An outdoor recreational space in Pasadena, Downs Park offers trails for both nature walks and bicycling. The park further provides basketball courts, a playground, picnic area and amphitheater for added enjoyment.
19.8 Miles
Opened in 2002, ArcLight Bethesda is a local movie theater that aims to provide a memorable movie-watching experience for its guests. The theater shows a variety of films, ranging from Hollywood hits to independent movies.
19.8 Miles
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8510 High Ridge Road, Ellicott City, MD 21043
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Founded in 2002, the Chesapeake Shakespeare Co is an acting company dedicated to promoting theatrical arts in the local community. A Midsummer Night's Dream, Romeo and Juliet, and The Importance of Being Earnest are among the shows performed.
19.8 Miles
The Downs Park & Dog Beach features a number of amenities for community members and their furry friends to enjoy, including kayaking amenities, picnic equipment, a fishing pier, basketball courts, and 5 miles of paved trails for jogging and biking.