6 days in Silver Spring, Baltimore & Annapolis Itinerary

Step out of the city life by going to Washington Monument State Park and Worthington Manor Golf Club. Step off the beaten path and head to Rappahannock Cellars and Desert Rose Ranch & Winery. Get out of town with these interesting Silver Spring side-trips: National Sporting Library & Museum (in Middleburg) and Ballenger Creek Trail (in Frederick).

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In April, plan for daily highs up to 22°C, and evening lows to 8°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Baltimore.

On the 12th (Wed), take in panoramic vistas at Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place, take in nature's colorful creations at Sherwood Gardens, and then learn the secrets of beer at City Brew Tours Baltmore. Here are some ideas for day two: pause for some photo ops at Olympic Park, tour the pleasant surroundings at Ma and Pa Trail, then sample the tasty concoctions at Independent Brewing Company, and finally immerse yourself in nature at Susquehanna State Park.

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Drive from Silver Spring to Baltimore in an hour. In April, daytime highs in Baltimore are 22°C, while nighttime lows are 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Thu) so you can drive to Annapolis.

Start off your visit on the 14th (Fri): identify plant and animal life at Wild Bird Center, then stroll through Quiet Waters Park, then visit Annapolis Towne Centre, and finally indulge your taste buds at Fishpaws Marketplace.

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Getting from Baltimore to Annapolis by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a bus. In April, daytime highs in Annapolis are 20°C, while nighttime lows are 10°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) early enough to go by car back home.