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Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC Road Trip — Best Stops Along the Way

The best attractions, restaurants, and scenic stops between Baltimore, MD and Washington, DC. 43.8 mi, approximately 1 hour 1 min of driving. Real drive times, real ratings, real photos.

Baltimore, MDWashington, DC

43.8 mi · 1 hour 1 min drive · 12 stops found

12 stops along the way

National Aquarium, Baltimore, MD 21202
1

National Aquarium

Baltimore, MD 21202

4 min from Baltimore4.6 (33,229)FamilyHistoryAttraction
Top of the World Observation Level, Baltimore, MD 21202
2

Top of the World Observation Level

Baltimore, MD 21202

4 min from Baltimore4.6 (685)Attraction
Seven Foot Knoll Lighthouse, Baltimore, MD 21202
3

Seven Foot Knoll Lighthouse

Baltimore, MD 21202

6 min from Baltimore4.5 (165)Attraction
Rawlings Conservatory, Baltimore, MD 21217
4

Rawlings Conservatory

Baltimore, MD 21217

10 min from Baltimore4.8 (909)FoodAttraction
Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine, Baltimore, MD 21230
5

Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine

Baltimore, MD 21230

14 min from Baltimore4.8 (6,764)Attraction
Breakout Games, Columbia, MD 21045
6

Breakout Games

Columbia, MD 21045

24 min from Baltimore5.0 (10,060)Attraction
Patuxent Research Refuge, 10901 Scarlet Tanager Loop, Laurel
7

Patuxent Research Refuge

10901 Scarlet Tanager Loop, Laurel

37 min from Baltimore4.6 (1,563)Nature
United States National Arboretum, Washington, DC 20002
8

United States National Arboretum

Washington, DC 20002

44 min from Baltimore4.7 (6,195)Attraction
Rock Creek Park, DC, USA
9

Rock Creek Park

DC, USA

44 min from Baltimore4.8 (4,445)NatureAttraction
Digital Fountain, Bethesda, MD 20815
10

Digital Fountain

Bethesda, MD 20815

51 min from Baltimore5.0 (1)Attraction
United States Botanic Garden, Washington, DC 20001
11

United States Botanic Garden

Washington, DC 20001

52 min from Baltimore4.7 (18,273)Attraction
Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historic Park, Great Falls Maryland, Potomac, MD 20854
12

Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historic Park, Great Falls Maryland

Potomac, MD 20854

56 min from Baltimore4.9 (50)Attraction

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the drive from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC?

The drive from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC is 43.8 mi, taking approximately 1 hour 1 min without stops. With stops for food, gas, and sightseeing, plan for a full day.

What are the best stops between Baltimore, MD and Washington, DC?

The best stops include scenic overlooks, state parks, historic towns, and local restaurants along the route. Check the stop cards above for top-rated options with real drive times and ratings from Google.

Is the Baltimore to Washington drive scenic?

Yes. The route between Baltimore, MD and Washington, DC passes through several interesting areas. The stops listed above highlight the best scenic, cultural, and food destinations along the way.

Should I make the Baltimore to Washington trip a road trip or just drive straight through?

We recommend making it a road trip. The stops between Baltimore, MD and Washington, DC are worth the detour. Most add less than 30 minutes to your total drive and offer experiences you won't find at highway rest stops.

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