Visitor Guide
Prince George's — Visitor Guide
Top attractions, trails, food and drink, history, seasonal activities, and everything you need to plan your visit to Prince George's, Maryland.
🧭 About Prince George's
Maryland's Best-Kept Secrets, Minutes from the Capital
Prince George's County sits just minutes outside Washington, D.C., blending a major waterfront destination at National Harbor with countryside horseback riding, deep African American and colonial-era history, and a lively arts scene — all without the crowds or prices of the capital itself. It's a county of contrasts: a 175-foot observation wheel on one end, quiet farm and nature trails on the other, and everything from casino entertainment to performing arts in between.
⭐ Top Attractions
National Harbor
A mixed-use waterfront development on the Potomac River, anchored by the Capital Wheel, with shopping, dining, and entertainment for every age.
The Capital Wheel
National Harbor's signature 175-foot observation wheel, offering sweeping views of the Potomac and Washington, D.C. skyline.
The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center
A major performing arts venue hosting theater, music, and dance performances.
Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
A landmark resort at National Harbor with dining, entertainment, and convention facilities.
Gateway Arts District
An arts-focused neighborhood anchoring the county's creative and cultural scene.
🥾 Trails & Outdoors
🍺 Food & Drink Trails
🏛️ History & Heritage
African American History Sites
Historic sites and museums documenting the county's African American heritage
War of 1812 Heritage Sites
Historic sites connected to the War of 1812
18th Century & Antebellum Sites
Colonial and antebellum-era historic homes and sites
Transportation History Museums
County-operated museums covering transportation history
🗓️ Seasonal Guide
Spring 🌸
Nature programs and horseback riding season open up alongside the county's spring festivals.
Summer ☀️
Water activities, National Harbor events, and outdoor performances fill the summer calendar.
Fall 🍂
Agritourism and farm visits, along with outdoor festivals, mark the fall season across the county.
Winter ❄️
Ice skating, holiday events at National Harbor, and a full theater season keep winter busy.
🏨 Places to Stay
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Source: Maryland Mountain Side — Official Allegany County Tourism