Maryland boasts a stunning Mid-Atlantic coastline and mountains that pack this small state with colourful character. Rent a car from Hertz to explore Maryland and all the stunning nature that abounds. The varying landscape makes for an array of diverse activities for all to enjoy.
Take your car hire to Maryland’s Swallow Falls State Park. Home to some of Maryland’s finest scenery, this park is nestled in the mountains and less than 10 miles north of Oakland. The Youghiogheny River runs along the border of the park and winds through its lush greenery, creating rippling rapids. This river and the nearby Muddy Creek are white water rivers, with waterfalls, strong rapids, and swift currents. Proper caution is required when hiking along these rivers. The park and its hemlock forests are perfect for a calming day out too.
Rent a car to drive to Maryland’s Washington County Museum of Fine Arts. Located in Hagerstown just off Park Circle, the museum features American Art, as well as a rotation of exhibitions, art classes and concerts. Famed as the centrepiece of Hagerstown City Park, this hub of art will allow visitors to browse art collections from artists like Benjamin West, Thomas Cole and Thomas Moran. The impressive displays of American Decorative and Folk art will definitely keep visitors occupied for some time.
Next, drive to Maryland’s House of Yoder in your car hire. Located in the Spruce Forest Artisan Village and surrounded by lovely greenery, this museum details the heritage and important role the Yoder immigrants played in American history. Regardless of faith, there is plenty to see, from antiques, genealogy to architectural style. The Yoder house design is modelled after the architecture of buildings by the original Swiss immigrants in the 1700s.
Travel to the first certified Maryland Heritage Area – Canal Place. Located in Western Maryland, it features the heritage of the canal basin and its surrounding under the theme “Crossroads of Transportation”. Tread on the same paths that Native Americans did, as well as the British during the French and Indian War. There’s even a pedestrian bridge that leads you to George Washington’s headquarters. A trip to this Maryland historic site in your car rental will surely be enriching.
A hotspot for tourists is the Flying Dog Brewery. Travel to Frederick, Maryland, in your car hire to visit the largest brewery in the entire state. This craft beer brewery was established in 2006, and yields up to 100,000 barrels of beer a year. Visitors can sample the beer during tours, and also view the artwork done on the buildings by Ralph Steadman. However, pleased be cautioned not to drink and drive.
Next, drive to Maryland’s Schifferstadt Architectural Museum in your rental car. Famed as the oldest standing house in Frederick, it was built in 1758 by the family of German immigrant farmer Josef Brunner. A treat for architecture buffs, the two feet thick sandstone walls and unique roof with flared eaves are rare features of a house.
Rich in history stretching back to colonial times, Maryland has so many natural and historical wonders to keep travellers amazed. Rent a car and head off to explore this wonderful state.
