Tourism Council of Frederick County

Three Days and Two Nights

From November through December, the streets of historic Frederick are decorated with twinkling white lights, making this a truly charming time of the year to visit. Holiday events coupled with plenty of shopping opportunities make Frederick the perfect holiday destination for tour groups.

Day One

Guided Tour of Downtown Frederick, Historical Society and Toby’s Dinner Theatre

Sit back and take in the view from the motorcoach as your step on guide tells the stories of our town. From our famous "clustered spires," to notable Federal-style architecture, this tour offers a tranquil way to enjoy your Frederick County experience. With just the right mix of historical vision complemented by homespun local lore, these tours are guaranteed to make Frederick's colorful past come alive for your group. Your tour will include a stop at the nationally acclaimed Community Bridge Mural, where an artist has transformed a plain concrete bridge into a permanent illusion of an old stone and ivy covered bridge.

At the Historical Society of Frederick County, docents will lead your group on a tour of this 1820's Federal-style mansion, which maintains a unique collection of furnishings, art and memorabilia from Frederick's past.

Enjoy a show and dinner at Toby's Dinner Theatre. 

Day Two

Maryland Christmas Show and Weinberg Center for the Arts

At the Maryland Christmas Show, your group will enjoy the work of over 500 artisans at this top-rated craft fair.

The 2011 dates for this event are as follows:

November 18, 19 and 20

November 25, 26 and 27

Spend the day shopping and exploring the many wares for sale and display!

This evening, enjoy dinner at Brewer’s Alley Restaurant, located in the heart of Frederick's historic district.  Enjoy a delicious meal and if you choose, a tasting of the many varieties of beer made on premise.

Following dinner, perhaps opt to attend one of the many fantastic productions offered at The Weinberg Center for the Arts, a restored, 1920’s movie palace.

Day Three

National Museum of Civil War Medicine, The National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton

Begin your day at The National Museum of Civil War Medicine. This total emersion museum tells the dramatic story of the war from recruitment, to life in camp, to advances in medical techniques, to life on the home front.

In the afternoon, enjoy a gracious "High Tea" at a beautiful Victorian-style mansion.

Your next stop is The National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton to see the home of the first American born Saint, Elizabeth Ann Seton. Self-guided tours of the grounds include a film presentation depicting Elizabeth Seton's life and accomplishments, a tour of the original 1770's farmhouse and the colonial style "White House" built in 1809 that served as her home. This site is nestled in the glorious foothills of the Catoctin Mountain.

Please contact the following for tours, prices and operating hours:

For overnight accommodations, please refer to our Destination Frederick County Guide.

For further information please contact:

Becky Bickerton, Sales Manager, (800) 999-3613 or 301-600-4050 or e-mail at bbickerton@fredco-md.net