Howard County
Howard County Travel Guide 2026: Top Attractions, Things to do & Itinerary | Trip.com | August 2026
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Things to do in Howard County
What to do
Looking for things to do in Howard County? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Federal Bureau of Investigation Headquarters
4.8/557 Review
National Archives Museum
4.8/556 Review
United States Botanic Garden
4.6/570 Review
Where to stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in Howard County, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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What to eat
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Federal Bureau of Investigation Headquarters
4.8/557 Review
National Archives Museum
4.8/556 Review
United States Botanic Garden
4.6/570 Review
Popular Scenic Hotels Near Howard County
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Popular Types of Attractions in Howard County
Historical attractions | Exhibitions & events | Performances | Concerts | Exhibitions | Nature and wildlife | Natural scenery | Beaches and shores | Mountain climbing | Sightseeing tours | Boat tour | Night view | Sightseeing bus | Cultural institutions | Themed exhibition halls | Museums | Science & technology museums | Leisure activities | Farms and pastures | Camping and campsites | Spa/massage | Outdoor activities | Mountain climbing | Shooting | Cycling | Parks
Popular Attractions in Howard County
Mosaic Christian Church | Western Regional Field 7 | James Clark Jr. Library Building | African Art Museum of Maryland (AAMM) | Toby's Dinner Theatre | Artcraft Collection | Centennial Park | Swinging Bridge at Orange Grove | AMC Columbia 14 | K1 Speed Jessup | Hopkins United Methodist Church | Carroll Baldwin Hall | The Salt Sanctuary of Maryland | Muslim Family Center | Terrapin Adventures | Alpha Ridge Park | Lake Kittamaqundi Pier | Patapsco Trail Head At Landing Road | Columbia Art Center | Lisbon Park | Meadowbrook Park | Pig Tail Recreation Area | Triadelphia Lake View Farm | Terra Maria Ruins | Phelps Luck Pool | Hillside Park | Hawthorn Park | Emmanuel Temple Church | Patuxent River State Park - Annapolis Rock Rd Parking | Columbia Road Park and Recreation Area
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Popular Restaurants in Howard County
The Cheesecake Factory | Hot Pot Hero Ellicott City | Sushi Sono | Galliano - Maple Lawn | Kelsey's Restaurant, Irish Pub & Banquet Room | Seasons 52 | The Food Market | Cazbar - Columbia | Mikey & Mel's Deli | Union Jack's Columbia | Maggiano's Little Italy | Marketplace Cafe at Nordstrom | Little Spice | BIBIBOP Asian Grill | Clove & Cardamom Restaurant | Bushel and a Peck Kitchen & Bar | Cilantro Neighborhood Cantina | Noodles and Company | The Iron Bridge Wine Company | Shannon's Saloon | Trattoria E Pizzeria Da Enrico | Mango Grove Indian Cuisine | Alexandra's Restaurant | AIDA Bistro & Wine Bar | Glenwood's (Stanford Grill - Columbia) | Jey's Subs & Pizza | Leelynn's Dining Room and Lounge | Trattoria Amore | La Palapa Too Mexican Grill & Cantina | Bare Bones Bar & Grill
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