Where does the University of Maryland fit geographically? Take a look at
this link.
College Park
The University of Maryland is located in College Park, MD, which lies within Prince George's County. Within
the county confines lie many fine restaurants, retail shopping areas, the university, the College Park Airport (the world's oldest continuously operating
airport), the National Archives II (the world's largest archival facility), NASA (Goddard Space Flight Center), and the National Wildlife Visitor Center.
For more information on all that College Park has to offer, visit this link. For more information on our county,
please click here.
Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C. is a metropolitan city with historic attractions, museums, monuments, hotels, restaurants,
free annual events and visitor services unrivaled by any other American city. Since the capital is only 9 miles from the university, and accessible by metro
rail from College Park, a visit to the city is convenient and recommended! Washington, D.C. For more information, visit
this link.
Annapolis
Annapolis, with its beautifully preserved restored buildings and bricked downtown streets boasts historic charm.
Also a boater's paradise, the city ranks as the Sailing Capital of America and hosts the country's largest in-water boat show every October.
For more information contact the Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau, 26 West Street, Annapolis, MD 21401, 410.268.TOUR or
visit this link.
Baltimore
Only 30 miles from the university, Baltimore has something for everyone. Built around the inner harbor, the city is a
walker's delight, with a lineup of attractions within 3-4 blocks of each other. For more information contact the Baltimore Area Convention and Visitors
Association, USF & G Tower, 100 Light Street, 12th Floor, Baltimore, MD, 21202, 800.343.3468 or visit
this link.
