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Prince George's County, Largo, MD
SightseeingFamily Favorite

Prince George's County

· Largo, MD

Why you should go…

Prince George's County borders Washington DC and offers National Harbor's waterfront shops and Capital Wheel, Six Flags America, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, and the University of Maryland. The county blends suburban DC access with parks, wineries, and casino entertainment at MGM National Harbor.

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Good to know

General sightseeing guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • The forecast is part of the ticket

    Haze, low cloud, and rain flatten a view. Clear-day visits are worth rearranging your plans for.

  • Golden hour sells out first

    Sunset slots at observation decks and cruises are the first to go, so book those further ahead.

  • Dress a layer warmer

    It is always breezier up high and out on the water than it feels at street level.

  • Timed entry is common

    Plenty of landmarks release tickets in windows rather than at the door, so check before you walk over.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Prince George's County, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Sightseeing
    History Buff

    Anacostia Trails Heritage Area

    Free

    A Maryland-certified heritage area promoting historic sites, trails and cultural attractions across Prince George's County.

    6.7 mi awayMore like this

  • Sightseeing
    History Buff

    Frederick Douglass National Historic Site

    Free

    Tour Cedar Hill, the hilltop Anacostia home where Frederick Douglass lived until his death in 1895.

    8.1 mi awayMore like this

  • Shopping
    Local Gem

    Eastern Market

    Free

    Capitol Hill's 1873 market hall, butchers and famous pancakes inside, weekend farmers and flea markets outside.

    8.4 mi awaySwitch it up: Shopping

  • Eat & Drink
    Foodie Favorite

    Union Market

    Free

    DC's buzziest food hall: dozens of vendors slinging oysters, arepas, pasta, and ice cream in a revived 1930s market.

    8.5 mi awaySwitch it up: Eat & Drink

  • Museums
    History Buff

    Folger Shakespeare Library

    Free

    See Shakespeare First Folios, manuscripts and costumes in the exhibition halls, then visit the gardens and Elizabethan Theatre.

    8.7 mi awaySwitch it up: Museums

  • Sightseeing
    Iconic

    Supreme Court of the United States

    Free

    Climb the marble steps under the words Equal Justice Under Law, then explore exhibitions and hear a Courtroom Lecture inside.

    8.8 mi awayMore like this