Kaitlin & Christian
Kaitlin & Christian
Things to Do
Welcome to St. Mary's County
Our area offers a unique blend of rich history, life on the water, and convenient access to our Nation’s Capital. We hope you'll take some time during your visit to explore and enjoy all that makes this place special to us.
Below, you'll find suggestions for activities and dining options, organized by location:
Near Woodlawn in southern St. Mary's County
Pax River area, just outside the Patuxent River Naval Air Station in mid-St. Mary’s County
Solomons Island, across the bridge at the southern tip of Calvert County
Washington, D.C. which is about 1.5-hour drive to the northwest.
Near Woodlawn in St. Mary's County
The Official St. Mary's County Visitor's Guide | St. Marys County MD Tourism
https://www.visitstmarysmd.com/plan/travel-tools/brochures/
Historic St. Mary's City
Maryland’ First Settlement: Visit Historic St. Mary’s City, founded in 1634, it was the first European settlement of the Maryland Colony and was the fourth oldest permanent settlement in British North America. It is home to the Maryland Dove, a re-creation of an early 17th-century English trading ship, which made the first expedition. Walking paths, beautiful water views, start your journey at the St. Mary’s City Visitor Center.
Point Lookout State Park
Civil War History: Visit Point Lookout State Park that is primarily known for its Civil War history, specifically its role as a prison camp for Confederate soldiers and a Union hospital. The park is also known for fishing, boating, and camping.
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Pax River Area
Patuxent River Naval Air Museum
Visit the Patuxent River Naval Museum, it features a variety of interactive exhibits, such as a replica of a WWII-era control tower, a dive bomber simulator, and a flight simulator.
Pax River Dining Options
Route 235 from Wildewood to Pax River base, the area’s main thoroughfare, features a variety of chain restaurants. From fast and casual fare to full-service dining, here are just a few of the options available.
🚗 Fast Food & Quick-Service
Chick-fil-A – Original chicken sandwich, waffle fries, and frosted lemonade 🍳
Chipotle Mexican Grill – Customizable burritos, bowls, and quesadillas.
Five Guys – Freshly made burgers and hand-cut fries.
🍔 Casual & Fast-Casual Dining
Tia’s Cantina – Mexican-American eats with spicy margaritas, flautas, and quesadillas.
Blue Wind Gourmet – Crab cake sandwiches and Mediterranean pizza with wine pairings.
Plaza Azteca Mexican Restaurant – Mexican tableside guacamole, fajitas, and signature margaritas.
Inter Thai Restaurant – Pad Thai, tom yum soup, and curry puffs, tucked into a cozy setting.
🍽️ Full-Service Sit-Down Dining
Bob Evans – Farmhouse feasts, pot roast, and banana nut bread 🍳
Cracker Barrel – Country-fried steak, pancakes, and nostalgic country charm* 🍳
Olive Garden – Fettuccine Alfredo, Chicken Parmigiana, and endless breadsticks.
Texas Roadhouse – Hand-cut steaks, fresh-baked rolls, and lively atmosphere.
Longhorn Steakhouse – Flo’s Filet, Parmesan-crusted chicken, and bold flavors.
Okada Japanese Steak & Seafood – Hibachi, sushi, and ramen in a polished Japanese setting.
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Solomon's Island - Across the Bridge
South Calvert County | Calvert County, MD - Official Website
https://www.visitcalvert.com/3695/South-Calvert-County
Calvert Marine Museum
Cross the Thomas Johnson bridge into southern Calvert County. On Solomons Island the Calvert Marine Museum offers visitors a unique and fascinating look at the history of southern Maryland's coastal region. The museum has a touch pool, a virtual reality exhibit, a light house display and a large aquarium with local fish.
Boating, Fishing and Sailing Rentals
If you are feeling adventurous and want to get out on the water, see this link for information on boating, fishing and sailing rentals.
Get on the Water in Southern Calvert | Calvert County, MD - Official Website
https://visitcalvert.com/3701/Get-on-the-Water-in-Southern-Calvert
The Lighthouse Restaurant and Dockbar
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Visit the Nation’s Capital
Springtime is a wonderful time to visit DC. See this link for a multitude of things to do and how to plan your visit.
Official Tourism Site of Washington DC | Washington DC
https://washington.org/
Smithsonian Institution
The Smithsonian Museums are magnificent and free. Our favorites are the Natural History Museum, Air and Space, and National Gallery of Art.
The White House
Schedule a White House tour in advance through your Member of Congress.