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About Gaithersburg
Located northwest of Washington, D.C., Gaithersburg serves as a primary city within the metropolitan area and is the third-largest incorporated city in Maryland. Originally incorporated as a town in 1878, it achieved city status in 1968.
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Gaithersburg Community Museum
Located at 09 South Summit Avenue, the Gaithersburg Community Museum occupies a historic former Baltimore and Ohio Railroad station building and freight shed. Designed by Ephraim Francis Baldwin and built in 1884, these structures are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The site was served by Amtrak from 1971 to 1986 before becoming a museum.
View details →Best Hotels in Gaithersburg
16 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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DoubleTree
DoubleTree is a hotel located in the Metropolitan Grove neighborhood.
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Hampton Inn & Suites
Hampton Inn & Suites is a comfortable lodging option located in the Metropolitan Grove neighborhood.
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Hilton Garden Inn
Hilton Garden Inn is located in the neighborhood of Glenora Hills.
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Radisson Hotel Washington DC-Rockville
Radisson Hotel Washington DC-Rockville offers comfortable accommodations in the King Farm area.
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SpringHill Suites Gaithersburg
SpringHill Suites Gaithersburg is a hotel located in the Rio neighborhood.
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TownePlace Suites Gaithersburg
TownePlace Suites Gaithersburg is a hotel located in the Metropolitan Grove neighborhood.
Best Restaurants in Gaithersburg
15 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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Dulcinea Bar & Grill
Dulcinea Bar & Grill is a Mexican restaurant located at 9103 Gaither Road.
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Express Café
Express Café is a restaurant serving American cuisine located at 15916 Shady Grove Road.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Gaithersburg
12 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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Coffee Republic
Coffee Republic is a café located in the King Farm neighborhood that offers a variety of coffee drinks.
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Passion Bakery Café
Passion Bakery Café offers a relaxed setting in the Hunting Hill neighborhood.
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Kung Fu Tea
Kung Fu Tea offers a variety of bubble tea drinks in the Middlebrook neighborhood.
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ViVi Bubble Tea
ViVi Bubble Tea is a café specializing in bubble tea located in Quail Valley.
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Bagel Town Deli
Bagel Town Deli offers a variety of bagels in a casual café setting on Hunting Hill.
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BenGong's Tea
BenGong's Tea is a café in the Metropolitan Grove that specializes in bubble tea.
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Green Grove Cafe
Green Grove Cafe in Hunting Hill offers a relaxed setting for coffee and light fare.
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La Poteria Local
La Poteria Local is a café located in Watkins Mill. It offers coffee shop and Colombian cuisine.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Gaithersburg
5 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
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Dogfish Head Alehouse
Dogfish Head Alehouse is a bar serving regional cuisine in the Metropolitan Grove neighborhood.
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The Grille at Flower Hill
The Grille at Flower Hill is a bar located in the Flower Hill neighborhood.
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Gentleman Jims
Gentleman Jims is an American bar located in Flower Hill. It offers a relaxed atmosphere for drinks and conversation.
Best Things to Do in Gaithersburg
3 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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Fire Museum
The Fire Museum offers a look into the history of fire safety in Oakmont Manor.
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Gaithersburg Community Museum
Located at 09 South Summit Avenue, the Gaithersburg Community Museum occupies a historic former Baltimore and Ohio Railroad station building and freight shed. Designed by Ephraim Francis Baldwin and built in 1884, these structures are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Best Shops in Gaithersburg
17 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Gaithersburg
69 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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College Gardens Park
College Gardens Park is a public park located in the Woodley Gardens neighborhood.
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Fallsgrove Stream Valley
Fallsgrove Stream Valley is a park located in the Glenora Hills neighborhood.
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Lake Whetstone Park
Lake Whetstone Park in the Quail Valley neighborhood offers a peaceful setting for walking, jogging, and outdoor activities.
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Plumgar Local Park
Plumgar Local Park is a public park located in the Plumgar neighborhood.
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Washington Square Park
Washington Square Park is a public space located in the Hamlet North neighborhood.
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Christman Park
Christman Park is a park located in the neighborhood of Rosemont.
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Flower Hill Local Park
Flower Hill Local Park is a public green space located in the neighborhood of Flower Hill.
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Germantown East Local Park
Germantown East Local Park is a public park located in the Middlebrook neighborhood.
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Gunner's Lake Local Park
Gunner's Lake Local Park offers a scenic area for relaxation in the Germantown View neighborhood.
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