Discover things to do in Hagerstown, like shopping at Valley Mall

When you book a hotel room at the Country Inn & Suites, Hagerstown, you’ll be within easy reach of several highways, which makes day trips to cities such as Gettysburg, Baltimore, and Washington, DC a breeze. You can close out an afternoon spent antique shopping in Frederick with a delicious dinner in the city’s downtown district, located about 40 minutes away. Looking for exciting things to do closer to the hotel? Carve out some time to explore Civil War history at Antietam National Battlefield, admire the exhibits at the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, or shop for the season’s latest trends at Valley Mall.

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Antietam National Battlefield

9.84 mi / 15.84 km from the hotel
Before exploring this Civil War battlefield, take an engaging tour of the museum and watch an informative video to learn more about this historic site.

Catoctin Wildlife Preserve

18.09 mi / 29.11 km from the hotel
This seasonal wildlife preserve offers up-close encounters with more than 600 species of animals from habitats around the world.

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park

3.4 mi / 5.48 km from the hotel
At this destination, you can hike, camp, ride horseback, or cruise the canal, which runs parallel to the Potomac River.

Downtown Frederick Historic District

23.86 mi / 38.4 km from the hotel
See quaint homes dating as far back as the 1700s. Charming storefronts are home to dozens of clothing boutiques, antiques stores, art galleries, traditional taverns, and trendy restaurants.

Hagerstown Aviation Museum

6.45 mi / 10.37 km from the hotel
If you marvel at aviation, you’ll enjoy a stop at this non-profit museum that features an impressive collection of antique planes and memorabilia.

Hagerstown Premium Outlets

2.16 mi / 3.47 km from the hotel
Hit this shopping complex to find savings on top brands like Calvin Klein, Kate Spade, Banana Republic, Polo Ralph Lauren, and Coach.

Monocacy National Battlefield

26.14 mi / 42.07 km from the hotel
At Monocacy National Battlefield, interpretive trails wind through the picturesque site of “the battle that saved Washington, DC.” Exhibits and seasonal tours bring to life the ambitious Confederate attempt to gain ground in the Civil War.

Valley Mall

0.19 mi / 0.31 km from the hotel
With more than 100 name-brand stores, this popular indoor mall is certain to result in a successful shopping day. Need a break from retail therapy? Take in a movie or grab a bite to eat at the food court.

Western Maryland Rail Trail

13.15 mi / 21.16 km from the hotel
Explore the shores of the Potomac River by way of the Western Maryland Rail Trail. The paved path extends for nearly 28 miles and is perfect for roller blading, biking, and jogging.

Washington County Museum of Fine Arts

2.26 mi / 3.64 km from the hotel
Enjoy free admission to this popular venue, located in Hagerstown City Park. In addition to housing an impressive collection of 19th and 20th century American art, this museum hosts concerts, classes, and rotating exhibits throughout the year.

Hagerstown City Park

2.27 mi / 3.65 km from the hotel
Lace up your walking shoes and take to the picturesque pathways at this family-friendly park. Featuring picnic tables, baseball fields, gardens, ponds, and a playground, it has plenty to keep you entertained.