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Cherry Blossoms at the Kenwood neighborhood near Bethesda, Maryland<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

In Montgomery County, there is no shortage of ways to safely discover new places to visit and check a few things off your bucket list along the way.<\/h4>\n

Whether you\u2019re looking to take a scenic drive over Washington, DC’s Cherry Blossom season<\/a> or plan a weekend getaway<\/a> to visit friends and family, these micro-weekend getaway itineraries are sure to inspire you to visit when the time is right for you.<\/p>\n

Cherry Blossoms At-Your-Own-Pace<\/h4>\n

Springtime in Montgomery County means its cherry blossom season<\/a>. A local favorite for viewing the delicate white flowers is the Kenwood<\/a> neighborhood, located between Bethesda and Chevy Chase<\/a>. Enjoy this casual drive-thru experience before venturing to downtown Bethesda for lunch at Gringos & Mariachis and shopping at Bethesda Row<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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The Family Room in Laytonsville, MD<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Shop Small. Shop Local.<\/h4>\n

There is no shortage of shopping options, including a vast array of locally owned boutiques. Stop by The Family Room<\/a> in Laytonsville to browse its selection of Maryland-made products. Then venture to Takoma Park\u2019s Historic Main Street and check out Tabletop, followed by a sumptuous lunch at The Republic. Nearby is Kensington Antique Row<\/a>, where you will find individual antiques and specialty shops, a multi-dealer antiques market, a design center, art gallery and several cafes and restaurants.<\/p>\n

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The Comus Inn<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Practice Your Perfect Pirouette<\/h4>\n

When the weather dips below freezing, outdoor ice skating<\/a> is a fun winter activity to spend with the family in Montgomery County. Show off your best moves at Veteran\u2019s Plaza in Downtown Silver Spring or Rockville Town Square. For indoor skating enthusiasts, spend the day at Cabin John Ice Rink or Wheaton Ice Arena. Head to Clarksburg Premium Outlets<\/a> for an afternoon of bargain hunting, followed by a visit to The Comus Inn<\/a> for Chef Sammy D\u2019s XXXL-BLTA.<\/p>\n

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Brookeville Beer Farm<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A Place for Beer Lovers<\/h4>\n

No visit to Montgomery County would be complete without visiting its many breweries along the Tastemakers Trail<\/a>. Locals love drinking a pint on a working horse farm at Waredaca Brewing Company<\/a> or relax at Silver Branch Brewing Company<\/a>\u2019s outdoor biergarten. After you check in at Cambria Suites Rockville<\/a>, enjoy a local brew at one of several restaurants at Rockville Town Square<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Great Falls Tavern Visitors Center in Potomac, Maryland<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

C&O Canal Experience<\/h4>\n

Celebrating its 50th Anniversary of becoming a National Park, the C&O Canal National Historical Park<\/a> offers a variety of historic and outdoor experiences. Visit the Great Falls Tavern Visitors Center, view the Great Falls Rapids on the Potomac River, and hike the Billy Goat Trail. Recharge with a glass of wine at Old Angler\u2019s Inn. Make your trip an overnight experience by staying in a Canal Quarters Lockhouse<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Montgomery County\u2019s Rural Side<\/h4>\n

Enjoy gentle rolling hills and picturesque views in Montgomery County\u2019s 93,000-acre Agricultural Reserve<\/a>. Take a kayaking tour of the Potomac River with Calleva<\/a> in Poolesville, visit one of three wineries in Poolesville and hike the famous Sugarloaf Mountain<\/a>. Keep the adventure going with round of golf at one of nine public courses<\/a> or test your skills at Topgolf in Germantown<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Montgomery County’s 93,000-acre Agricultural Reserve<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Farm-To-Table Fun<\/h4>\n

Indulge in all the comforts of home at The Inn at Tusculum Farm<\/a>. Tour the farm\u2019s 500 acres of gentle rolling hills, learn how the farm operates from the on-site manager and meet the resident alpacas and chickens. Spend the day learning the art of glass blowing at Art of Fire. Then head to Butler\u2019s Orchard<\/a> for apple cider and a fresh baked pie. Finish your farm-to-table weekend with a sumptuous meal at Silo Falls<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Looking for more micro-adventures?<\/p>\n

Get inspired by visiting Visit Montgomery’s blog<\/a> and request a FREE Weekend Getaway Guide<\/a> or sign-up for our monthly email newsletter<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Maryland. Open for it.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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