- Our list of the best things to do in Columbia, Maryland, features the top 518 nearby activities — including 184 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Columbia, MD has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Sights & Landmarks, Entertainment & Shows, and Amusement.
- The results below include the top 22 things to do within the city of Columbia, MD , followed by 495 popular activities in nearby cities, including Baltimore, Washington, Bethesda, Silver Spring, Bowie, Laurel, Gaithersburg, Rockville, Pasadena, Potomac, Ellicott City, Glen Burnie, College Park, Severna Park, Mount Airy, Cockeysville, Greenbelt, Germantown, Towson, Annapolis, Edgewater, Olney, Odenton, Arlington, Severn, Crofton, Catonsville, Elkridge, Dundalk, McLean, Essex, Hanover, Parkville, Pikesville, Owings Mills, Timonium, Wheaton, Glen Echo, Lutherville, Savage, Westminster, Davidsonville, Eldersburg and Sandy Spring
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Arlington Blvd. and Meade St., Arlington, VA 22211
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The focus of the U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial is to commemorate the country's gratitude to the Marines and those who fought beside them in every conflict since 1775. The statue that composes the memorial with the Marines hoisting the American flag at Iwo Jima is famous across the globe.
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Taylor Avenue, Annapolis, MD 21401
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Visitors can support their troops and catch an exciting game at the Navy Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Events include football games with friendly and lively fans, commissioning ceremonies, and much more.
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3710 Colony Club Drive, Edgewater, MD 21037
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The South River Colony Conservancy is a 300-acre wooded preserve that includes walking trails, two outdoor swimming pools, tennis courts, and multiple playgrounds. The trails can be used for mountain biking, hiking, and running.
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The Norman Creek Marina is a public marina that offers seasonal and year round slip rentals to boat owners. The marina also has a fuel dock that has diesel, ice, water, soft drinks, and ice cream.
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Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA 22211
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Within the Arlington National Cemetery is the Tomb of the Unknowns that is also sometimes called the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The Tomb sarcophagus is placed over the grave of an unknown soldier from World War I and serves as a memorial for all deceased unknown soldiers.
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As an expression of gratitude towards the Dutch people for their help during and after World War II, Netherlands Carillon was dedicated. The 49 bell carillon is a reminder of our friends and their service every time the bells sound.
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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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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.
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As a popular biking trail, Custis Trail provides visitors with a scenic path that weaves through a wooded area. The trail follows Route 66, with local commuters often riding it.
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1990 Governor Ritchie Highway, Annapolis, MD 21401
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For outdoor time, pay a visit to Jonas Green State Park, located on the Severn River. At the end of the Baltimore & Annapolis Trail, the park offers a cartop boat launch site. Fishing is a popular pastime.