Top Things to do in Montgomery County
Top Hotels in Montgomery County
- 1. Hyatt Regency Bethesda
- 2. Hilton Garden Inn Silver Spring White Oak
- 3. Embassy Suites by Hilton Bethesda
- 4. Comfort Inn Shady Grove - Gaithersburg - Rockville
- 5. Hilton Washington DC / Rockville Executive Meeting Center
- 6. DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC North/Gaithersburg
- 7. Cambria Hotel Rockville
- 8. Canopy by Hilton Washington DC Bethesda North
- 9. Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC / Bethesda
- 10. The Bethesdan Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Montgomery County, Montgomery County
Discover the best top things to do in Montgomery County, United States including Great Falls, Glen Echo Park, Sugarloaf Mountain, Brookside Gardens, Audubon Naturalist Society Woodend Sanctuary, Brookside Nature Center, RIO Washingtonian Center, Butler's Orchard, Billy Goat Trail, Cabin John Regional Park.
Restaurants in Montgomery County
1. Great Falls
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By FJGonzalezG - Bethesda, United States
The Great Falls park in Maryland provides great views of the Great Falls from the overlook at Olmsted Island. When the river is high, the walkway to the overlook provides thrilling close-up vistas of the raging waters below. The park is also home to the Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center, where you can familiarize yourself with the history of the C&O Canal. Located about a third of a mile north of mile marker 14, this is a great place to access the canal's tow path. There are also great hiking trails. Our favorites are the Ford Mine Trail and the River Trail. You can access the Mine trail at the northern/farthest end of the parking lot. This 2.1 mile trail has flat segments near the canal and a hilly portion on part of the loop. The 1-mile River Trail can be reached by crossing the canal at the Visitors' Center, walking north on the tow-path just past the Washington Aqueduct Observation Deck. It is flat and offers great vistas of the Potomac River, and great opportunities to see waterfowl and other critters. It floods regularly, which often makes it muddy and sometimes impassable.
2. Glen Echo Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 94 reviews
National Park Service offers year-round activites for residents and visitors in dance, theater and the arts.
Reviewed By Parisfan072 - Washington DC, United States
Glen Echo was an amusement park for years. It closed, I believe in the late 1950s or early 1960s. It is a unique spot with wonderful architecture and a whole new host of attractions, although the original Dentzel carousel horse remains the centerpiece. It hosts regular dances and concerts, as well as classes in the arts. It's a genuine treasure that is well worth your acquaintance.
3. Sugarloaf Mountain
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 136 reviews
At an elevation of 1,282 feet, Sugarloaf stands more than 800 feet above Maryland's scenic farmland below.
Reviewed By Thibodeaux75 - Maryland, United States
Sugarloaf mountain is great. We have enjoyed hiking on all of the trails the views are beautiful and the being there is refreshing!
4. Brookside Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 294 reviews
Reviewed By ITRT
Brookside Gardens is truly an impressive gem located within the Wheaton Regional Park. It is a beautiful and well-maintained place to simply enjoy the beauty of the flowers, trees, gazebos, ponds and water structures. The water structures were not on when we visited. A bonus is the temporary outdoor exhibit honoring those in Montgomery County who died of Covid-19. The walkway has one strand of crystals in memory of each life lost. Another memorial near one of the ponds honors those who lost their lives during the sniper spree in 2002. While we were there, we saw people using the gardens as a backdrop for their wedding and Quinceañera photos. A permit is required to take professional photos. There are two conservatories on the grounds as well as a visitor center/gift shop. There is also a butterfly garden (fee), children’s garden, and greenhouse. Although there seemed to be adequate parking spaces, there was a line of cars waiting for a parking spot. The gardens have both paved and un-paved trails and paths. Most visitors, and some of the trees, wore masks because of Covid restrictions in place. Plan a visit: you will be impressed and glad you did.
5. Audubon Naturalist Society Woodend Sanctuary
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By BettyAdler - Chevy Chase, United States
The Audubon Naturalist Society Woodend Sanctuary has managed to maintain a completely natural and exquistely private retreat near a busy commercialized area. You'll never know that you are so near stores and residential homes! Go for a walk at dusk and you'll see lots of animals! I love the peace and quiet there. The Woodend Mansion is a delightful site for weddings and other happy events.
6. Brookside Nature Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 59 reviews
Reviewed By 706isag - Silver Spring, United States
I love walking in the park. The gardens are beautiful. I love the sound of water it’s so relaxing and calming. It is also adjacent to wheaton regional park. No dogs are allowed in the garden ????
7. RIO Washingtonian Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 261 reviews
RIO Washingtonian Center is a lakefront shopping, dining and entertainment experience for the whole family, located just off of I-270 in Gaithersburg, MD.
Reviewed By S136CZkellyl - Gaithersburg, United States
There are lots of places to eat at the Rio and you can stroll and walk around the pond. They have specialty shops as well as name brand stores. They have it all.
8. Butler's Orchard
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 177 reviews
A family farm providing good, green fun and local produce for over 71 years. We offer 300 acres of pick-your-own fruits and vegetables, a Farm Market, and special events throughout the year. At our annual Pumpkin Festival enjoy a hayride, jump in the hayloft, swoosh down the giant slides, visit barnyard buddies, play the rubber duckie derby, and explore the corn maze! Enjoy beautiful fall foliage, live music, hand dipped caramel apples, and lots more!
Reviewed By 16Ariella - New York City, United States
I went to this place with a lot of elementary age children and we all had a great time. The staff are wonderful,The hayride was fun, and the blueberries we picked were delicious! There is also a playground and a few animals. There isn't much shade, so make sure to dress accordingly! Oh and BRING WATER!!
9. Billy Goat Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 258 reviews
Reviewed By Rtwodogs - Washington DC, United States
This is not a walk in the park. :). this trail is fin, and challenging in areas. Grab a map, your hiking boots, gloves, and water and enjoy a great day with friends and family. Should have stability and stamina to hike this trail.
10. Cabin John Regional Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 159 reviews
Reviewed By 655ozlems
It is one the most spectacular place in Maryland. An amazing place especially during autumn and spring where you can kayak, walk, run, bike or just listen the nature. Just go and you will be surprised that there is a heaven in the city
