- Our list of the best things to do in Essex, Maryland, features the top 314 nearby activities — including 112 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Essex, MD has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Sights & Landmarks, and Museums & Galleries.
- The results below include the top 6 things to do within the city of Essex, MD , followed by 308 popular activities in nearby cities, including Baltimore, Annapolis, Columbia, Pasadena, Ellicott City, Glen Burnie, Bel Air, Severna Park, Cockeysville, Laurel, Stevensville, Towson, Odenton, Severn, Rock Hall, Elkridge, Dundalk, Chestertown, Edgewater, Catonsville, Hanover, Crofton, Parkville, Pikesville, Owings Mills, Timonium, Savage, Perry Hall, Lutherville and Monkton
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33.7 Miles
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Campus Dr, Bldg 140, College Park, MD 20742
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Part of the University of Maryland campus, Capital One Field at Byrd Stadium is an athletic stadium named for former university president Harry Byrd. It has a seating capacity of over 50,000 and hosts football and lacrosse games.
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7100 Baltimore Avenue, College Park, MD 20740
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The National Museum of Language has officially become a virtual museum. Rather than a physical space, the museum has exhibits, lectures, language summer camps, and workshops that are offered through their website.
33.8 Miles
A wooded 24 acre site is home to the American Center For Physics, which features a huge archive of physics materials along with rotating science and art exhibits. Four different physics societies can be located inside.
34.1 Miles
Open to the public, Olney Golf Park offers a practice facility and golf academies for both kids and adults. The park features a driving range, teaching studio and two-acre, short-game practice area.
34.2 Miles
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23 votes
4501 Olney-Laytonsville Road, Olney, MD 20832
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Featuring activities such as the Paintball Apocalypse, the Hades Hayride, and the Trail of Terror, Field of Screams Maryland is a multi-haunt venue. The company offers fast passes and also sells food.
34.2 Miles
Wheaton Park Stables is an equestrian facility that provides youth summer camps, private horseback riding lessons, group lessons, and pony rides. The site also offers escorted year-round trail rides to beginners.
34.3 Miles
Situated along the water North East Park is a favorite spot for relaxation and recreation for North East locals. The park features expansive flat grass land, shady trees and benches overlooking the water.
34.4 Miles
218 Walnut Street, North East, MD 21901
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The Upper Bay Museum offers a variety of artifacts that teach visitors about maritime life, including decoys and duck hunting gear. The location also hosts historical hunting demonstrations for visitors to enjoy.
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Located in Olney Manor Recreational Park, Olney Manor Dog Park is a one-acre park with separate play areas for large and small dogs. Open from sunrise until sunset, the park is completely fenced for off-leash exercise and play.
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The Olney Indoor Swim Center features large swimming pools, a diving well, hydrotherapy pools, and a splash play area for kids. The center also features shower and locker facilities and a sauna.