Frederick · neighborhood

Things to do in Downtown

Scout has 0 verified spots mapped in Downtown, 25 with full Scout intelligence.

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0

Typical spend

$50

Typical visit

1.2 hr

Easy parking

12%

Food · 19Cocktails · 13Shopping · 9Arts · 6Views · 3Outdoors · 3

Best spots in Downtown

Bakehouse

Downtown

Bakehouse

Bakehouse is a good stop for a quick coffee and pastry, perfect for starting a day exploring Frederick or grabbing a snack. Expect to spend under $15 per person for a short visit.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
The Tasting Room

Downtown

The Tasting Room

The Tasting Room is a good choice for a sophisticated evening meal or drinks, pairing well with a walk around downtown Frederick. Plan for an hour and a half and about $50-100 per person.

FoodCocktailsViews
$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
the Wine Kitchen on the Creek

Downtown

the Wine Kitchen on the Creek

The Wine Kitchen on the Creek is good for a upscale dinner with wine pairings, especially nice for a date night or special occasion. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and about $50-$120 per person for a meal and drinks.

FoodCocktailsViews
$50–$120 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Wye Oak Tavern

Downtown

Wye Oak Tavern

Wye Oak Tavern is a good choice for a refined dinner outing, especially for special occasions or a romantic evening. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and budget $75-150 per person for a full meal and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRomantic
$75–$150 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Cafe Nola

Downtown

Cafe Nola

Cafe Nola is a good spot for a relaxed meal or coffee, or for creative cocktails in an art-filled setting. Expect to spend $10-40 per person for a visit of 1-1.5 hours.

FoodCocktailsShopping
$10–$40 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Bentztown

Downtown

Bentztown

Bentztown, as a typical American restaurant and bar, is suitable for a dinner outing or drinks, likely pairing well with other downtown activities. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $20-50 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Frederick Social

Downtown

Frederick Social

Frederick Social is a gastropub and cafe suitable for casual meals or drinks, pairing well with a walk around downtown Frederick. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $15-35 per person for a meal and a drink.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$15–$35 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Hootch and Banter

Downtown

Hootch and Banter

Hootch and Banter is suitable for a sophisticated dinner, often followed by drinks. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours and $35-$80 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$35–$80 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
The Perfect Blend Cafe

Downtown

The Perfect Blend Cafe

The Perfect Blend Cafe is a good stop for a casual coffee or quick bite, suitable for a solo break or a relaxed meet-up. Expect to spend 45-90 minutes and about $5-$15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Gravel & Grind

Downtown

Gravel & Grind

Gravel & Grind is a good spot for a quick coffee and a light bite, or to browse bicycle gear. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and under $15 per person for a casual visit.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Tempo Di Pasta

Downtown

Tempo Di Pasta

Tempo Di Pasta is a solid choice for a casual dinner outing, suitable for dates or family. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $30-60 per person on a meal.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$30–$60 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
JoJo's Restaurant & Tap House

Downtown

JoJo's Restaurant & Tap House

JoJo's is a casual spot for American food and craft beer, good for a relaxed meal that could precede or follow downtown activities. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $20-50 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Beans & Bagels

Downtown

Beans & Bagels

Beans & Bagels is a casual spot for breakfast or lunch, suitable for a quick solo meal or a family outing. Expect to spend 45-60 minutes and $10-25 per person for bagels, sandwiches, or coffee.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Carroll Creek Park

Downtown

Carroll Creek Park

Carroll Creek Park is a free linear park perfect for a casual stroll, suitable for families or solo outings. Expect to spend 1-2 hours walking the paths and enjoying the scenery.

OutdoorsViewsRelaxed
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
White Rabbit Gastropub

Downtown

White Rabbit Gastropub

White Rabbit Gastropub is suitable for a casual dinner or drinks. Expect to spend 90 minutes and $25-60 per person on burgers, steaks, or brunch. It pairs well with an evening stroll in downtown Frederick.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$25–$60 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Cellar Door Restaurant

Downtown

Cellar Door Restaurant

Cellar Door is an intimate spot for an evening meal or drinks, offering live entertainment. Plan for a 1.5-hour visit with a per-person spend of $50-100, ideal for a date or special occasion.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Ibiza Cafe

Downtown

Ibiza Cafe

Ibiza Cafe is a versatile spot for a coffee, snack, or drink, making it a good starting point or mid-day break for a solo outing or casual meet-up, typically costing $10-$30 per person for an hour.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$10–$30 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Brewer's Alley

Downtown

Brewer's Alley

Brewer's Alley is a solid choice for a casual dinner or drinks with friends, or a family meal, often fitting well before or after exploring downtown Frederick. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $30-70 per person on food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Bushwaller's

Downtown

Bushwaller's

Bushwaller's is a classic Irish pub for drinks and a meal, suitable for an evening outing or a casual weekend stop. Expect to spend $25-$75 per person for food and a few drinks.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$25–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Frederick Visitor Center

Downtown

Frederick Visitor Center

The Frederick Visitor Center is good for starting a day exploring Frederick, offering maps, local information, and a gift shop. Expect to spend an hour and potentially purchase souvenirs or guidebooks.

HistoryShoppingArts
$0–$20 typical1 hr visiteasy parking
Clue IQ: An Escape Room Experience

Downtown

Clue IQ: An Escape Room Experience

An escape room is a focused 60-minute activity, great for team building or a fun challenge. Expect to spend $30-40 per person; it can be paired with dinner or drinks afterward.

ArtsAdventurousPlayful
$30–$40 typical1 hr visitmoderate parking
Weinberg Center for the Arts

Downtown

Weinberg Center for the Arts

The Weinberg Center is suitable for an evening outing to see a show, often paired with dinner nearby. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and $25-$100 per person on tickets.

Live musicArtsRelaxed
$25–$100 typical2.3 hr visitmoderate parking
National Museum of Civil War Medicine

Downtown

National Museum of Civil War Medicine

This museum offers an educational look at Civil War medicine, typically taking 1.5 hours to explore. Expect to spend $10-15 per person for admission, suitable as a daytime activity in downtown Frederick.

ArtsHistoryEducational
$10–$15 typical2 hr visitmoderate parking
Curious Iguana

Downtown

Curious Iguana

A stop at Curious Iguana can be a quiet solo outing or a brief family browse, easily paired with other downtown Frederick activities. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and potentially purchase a book for around $15-25.

ShoppingRelaxedQuiet
$0–$25 typical1 hr visitmoderate parking
Everedy Square & Shab Row

Downtown

Everedy Square & Shab Row

Everedy Square & Shab Row offers a collection of independent shops and eateries, suitable for a 1.5 to 3-hour browse. Spend can range from free window shopping to over $100 for purchases or meals.

ShoppingFoodArts
$0–$100 typical1 hr visitmoderate parking

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