The lovely city of College Park, MD features a wide variety of things to see and do, ranging from historical landmarks to amusement parks. Providing easy access to the surrounding area, Choice Hotels® offers you a great selection of College Park hotels.
Some of the fun-filled attractions and points of interest in College Park include:
Dating back to 1856, the University of Maryland is a public university located in College Park, MD, just outside Washington, D.C. In addition to its academic curriculum, the university is also home to the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Byrd Stadium and Comcast Center arena, all hosting a variety of sporting events, concerts, live entertainment and community events throughout the year.
The National Archives and Records Administration houses important legal and historical documents that are available to the public. These records are available to you, whether you want to find information about your family's history, prove a veteran's military service or are researching a historical topic. Behind-the-scenes, guided tours are available Monday through Friday.
Laurel Park is a thoroughbred racetrack and an icon of the region since 1911. Enjoy exciting equine racing action in the luxurious surroundings of the Maryland Jockey Club at Laurel Park, home to a great selection of restaurants, cocktail lounges, cigar bars and various areas to pick your ponies and watch the races.
Lake Artemesia Natural Area features a 38-acre lake, a fishing pier, an aquatic garden and more than two miles of trails for jogging, hiking and biking. Some of the trails lead to the neighboring Calvert Road Park and the grounds of the College Park Airport and Aviation Museum. Bring a picnic and enjoy the day with family and friends amidst the beautiful scenery at Lake Artemesia Natural Area.
You'll discover fun for the little ones as well as excitement for thrill seekers at the Six Flags America amusement park. Looney Tunes MovieTown is the perfect place for kids and parents to enjoy a variety of child-friendly rides and attractions. Alternatively, adrenaline junkies can get their fix aboard the Batwing, a flying roller coaster that gives riders the amazing sensation of free flight.
When making reservations for your next trip to College Park, consider the many properties Choice Hotels has to offer in the surrounding area. Book a room with us today in College Park.
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