It’s not too late to take one last weekend getaway before summer ends and why not spend it just outside of Washington DC in Montgomery, County Maryland? You’ll never have a dull moment while you wine, dine, hike, and climb your way through Rockville in our 48-hour weekend itinerary.
Day 1: Cambria Hotel
Cambria Hotel, located conveniently near the Rockville Town Center, is the perfect suite-style place to call home for the weekend. Enjoy the hotel’s many amenities such as the Bistro and Barista Coffee Bar, an indoor heated pool, fitness center, and a full dining menu to make your stay as comfortable as possible.
Day 1: Breakfast at First Watch
Start your day off right by fueling yourself with a hearty breakfast from First Watch. Choose from a full list of fresh, made-to-order breakfast dishes such as the summer crab omelet, triple very acai bowl, or the million-dollar bacon.
Day 1: Take a class at VisArts
Get your creative juices flowing by learning a new art skill at VisArts. Choose from an array of classes like drawing, painting, photography, jewelry making, and more.
Day 1: Try Local Food and Beer at 7 Locks Brewery
Sip on Pilsners and enjoy food trucks every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 7 Locks Brewing. Sit back and listen to live music from local talent and test your skills at their Trivia Nights.
Day 1: Dinner at Thai Chef
Wrap up your first day in Rockville with authentic Thai food from Thai Chef in Rockville Town Square. Delicious dishes like Tom Yum Fried Rice and Po Tak Seafood will leave you feeling like you just touched down in Thailand.
Day 2: Breakfast at Silver Diner
After a good night’s sleep, fuel up for your second day with a farm-to-table breakfast from Silver Diner. The menu includes popular American-style breakfast staples like eggs Benedict, caramel French toast, and buttermilk pancakes.
Day 2: Explore the Croydon Creek Nature Center
Let a day of exploration begin at the Croydon Creek Nature Center. Immerse yourself in nature during a hike along the three miles of trails, and on your way back, visit the Nature Center where you’ll find a variety of animals as a part of their conservation and education efforts.
Day 2: Go for a climb at Movement Rockville
Exercise while having a blast at Movement Rockville! Climb your way through more than 38,000 feet of terrain during an instructed class or head to “Open Climb” to experience extensive lead, top rope, and bouldering routes at your own pace.
Day 2: Dinner at Clyde’s at Tower Oaks
Adjacent to a 21-acre nature preserve, Clyde’s at Tower Oaks is the most ideal spot for a relaxing dinner to end your getaway to Rockville. Take in the beautiful lodge-like décor while you enjoy dishes sourced from local farms in the Maryland area.
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