Affordable Maryland Hotels & Attractions for the Ultimate Budget-Friendly Getaway
BETHESDA, Md., Aug. 25 /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott International, Inc., one of the world's leading lodging companies, is helping families plan budget-friendly vacations by highlighting affordable Maryland hotels and attractions.
With affordable Maryland hotels in virtually every corner of the state -- from Aberdeen to Waldorf -- Marriott offers spacious, comfortable accommodations near many of the state's top attractions and hidden treasures. Some of the top locations for families to stretch their dollar include:
Adkins Arboretum. Located 25 minutes from Easton and 30 minutes from the Chesapeake Bay Bridge, this 400-acre native garden and preserve on the state's Eastern Shore features four miles of paths along streams, through meadows and gardens. (Admission: $3 for adults, $1 for students ages 6-18.)
BabeRuthBirthplaceMuseum. Discover the story behind the life of George Herman "Babe" Ruth -- America's first sports icon. Included with admission is access to the Sports Legends Museum at Camden Yards, where guests can see memorabilia from the Baltimore Orioles, Colts, Ravens and Blast; the Negro League teams; the Preakness; the Maryland State Athletic Hall of Fame and more. (Admission: $12 for adults, $5 for children ages 3-12)
FrontierTown. In Worcester County, near many family-friendly Maryland hotels and restaurants, Frontier Town features thrilling theme park rides for kids of all ages, plus a waterpark with a lazy river, family activity pool, water slides and more. (Admission prices vary depending upon the options you choose.)
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park. Located at the confluence of the Potomac & Shenandoah Rivers, this living history museum offers a unique glimpse back in time. Visitors will find a variety of exhibits and museums to browse, trails to hike and battlefields to explore. (Admission: $6 per vehicle.)
Bethesda's Arts & Entertainment District. From public art to world-renowned galleries theaters to music venues, this is the perfect place to spend an afternoon with friends and family. (Admission varies.)
Historic Annapolis Foundation Walking Tour. Whether you choose a guided tour of Annapolis or a self-guided audio walking tour, visitors can explore the history and grandeur of this revolutionary city. (Prices vary.)
MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) is a leading lodging company with more than 3,200 lodging properties in 66 countries and territories. Marriott International operates and franchises hotels under the Marriott, JW Marriott, The Ritz-Carlton, Renaissance, Residence Inn, Courtyard, TownePlace Suites, Fairfield Inn, SpringHill Suites and Bulgari brand names; develops and operates vacation ownership resorts under the Marriott Vacation Club, The Ritz-Carlton Club and Grand Residences by Marriott brands; operates Marriott Executive Apartments; provides furnished corporate housing through its Marriott ExecuStay division; and operates conference centers. The company is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, USA.
