Hagerstown is a small city on the edge of the Appalachian Mountains along the Potomac River in Maryland, USA. It is the county seat of and the largest city in Washington County. The city is perhaps best known for its outlet mall, which offers a huge variety of clothing. It is named after Jonathan Hager, a German settler who founded the town. The City has a population of around 40,000 (metropolitan area: 230,000) and is growing. Hagerstown is one of the fastest growing cities in Maryland.

Get in

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Hagerstown is the largest city in Western Maryland (not counting Frederick County) and is only an hour's drive from:

Washington, DC.

Baltimore, Maryland.

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

You could also fly in via Hagerstown Regional Airport, located 8 miles outside of the city. There are six flights daily to and from Pittsburgh. Rental Cars are available at the airport.

Get around

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Renting Cars or driving to Hagerstown is advised because only the Downtown area is walkable. Walking should be avoided in most parts of the city.

For a Taxi you could call Miller Cabs, You cannot hail a cab on the street.

You could use a County Commuter bus. The busses are very ineffective. Hagerstown's mass transit is very inadequate.

See

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There are many famous historic sites in the area. Fredericksburg, Antietam National Battlefield, Harpers Ferry (of John Brown fame.

Do

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The City is a haven for mountain bikers, fishermen, canoists and hunters.

It is a focal point for outdoor recreation in the area. The Appalachian Trail and the C&O Canal Towpath are close by.

Buy

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The Prime Outlets at Hagerstown The Prime Outlets are a large outdoor mall. There are over 150 stores.

Valley Mall The Valley Mall is one of only two indoor malls in the Hagerstown Metropolitan area (other is the Martinsburg Mall). There is over 800,000 Square feet ov retail space. The Anchors are Macy's, The Bon Ton, JC Penny, Sears, and Regal Cinimas.

Eat

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Plaza Hotel, 1718 Underpass Way, Halfway Blvd, Tel: 800 732-0906, . Dining at the Plaza Hotel will be a memorable experience. Attached to the Plaza Hotel, the Fireside Restaurant offers a full menu of steaks, seafood, and other American specialties in an upscale surrounding.

The Airport Inn, Located next to the Hagerstown Airport, good atomosphere, and fine dining.

The Grille at Park Circle, Located on Park Circle in Downtown. The Grille has good food and was rated one of the best restaurants in Hagerstown.

There is fast food and many other choices around the city.

Sleep

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Clarion Hotel and Conference Center, 901 Dual Highway, 301 733-5100, . The largest full service conference center in the Quad-States area and suitable for groups and meetings of all types and sizes. It is also convenient headquarters for exploring the many historic attractions in the area or enjoying outdoor recreation.

Microtel Inn & Suites Hagerstown, 13726 Oliver Drive, Tel:(240) 527-2700 , . A Great Room at a Great Price.

Plaza Hotel, 1718 Underpass Way, Halfway Blvd, Tel: 800 732-0906, . 3-star hotel in the heart of the Cumberland Valley. Whether it's work, play or just relaxing,...