Guidebook for Columbia
Food Scene
This is middle eastern food. My favorite! Restaurant is small - but the food is amazing.
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Maiwand Kabob
5467 Harpers Farm RdThis is middle eastern food. My favorite! Restaurant is small - but the food is amazing.
Dunkin'
1739 New Jersey Ave NWFor a great breakfast, and great coffee
Great atmosphere, great Mexican food, great service and reasonable prices. There is also a bar attached with a pool table. They will also often have live traveling Mexican traveling band (from table to table) for guests enjoyment on the weekends.
Zapata's Restaurant
5485 Harpers Farm RdGreat atmosphere, great Mexican food, great service and reasonable prices. There is also a bar attached with a pool table. They will also often have live traveling Mexican traveling band (from table to table) for guests enjoyment on the weekends.
Toby's Dinner theater is food and a theatrical production. The food is all you can eat - and usually very tasty. Also, I have never seen a production there that I did not enjoy. Lots of fun!
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Toby's Dinner Theatre
5900 Symphony Woods RdToby's Dinner theater is food and a theatrical production. The food is all you can eat - and usually very tasty. Also, I have never seen a production there that I did not enjoy. Lots of fun!
Well, who does not love cheese cake? The atmosphere is great and it's right next to the MAC theater and Columbia Mall. Fun, fun, fun, and yum. Food at Cheesecake Factory is also highly recommended.
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The Cheesecake Factory
10300 Little Patuxent PkwyWell, who does not love cheese cake? The atmosphere is great and it's right next to the MAC theater and Columbia Mall. Fun, fun, fun, and yum. Food at Cheesecake Factory is also highly recommended.
This is also a great place to grab a beer. It is located right next to AMC theater and Columbia Mall. Great food, drinks, and service.
Champs Sports
10300 Little Patuxent PkwyThis is also a great place to grab a beer. It is located right next to AMC theater and Columbia Mall. Great food, drinks, and service.
Subway
3829 Mount Vernon AvenueVery close for budget meals
Entertainment only moments away!
Batting Cages
Mini Golf
Picnic area
Jungle Gym
Skating Park
Columbia Sports Park
5453 Harpers Farm RdEntertainment only moments away!
Batting Cages
Mini Golf
Picnic area
Jungle Gym
Skating Park
Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard
5485 Harpers Farm RdMcDonald's
5485 Harpers Farm RdIf you are looking for a meal out on the cheap. 5 Minutes away
Jesse Wong's
8775 Centre Park Dr10 minutes away via car
Shopping
They have a Starbucks inside of the market. This is also the closet food shopping location.
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Safeway
5485 Harpers Farm RdThey have a Starbucks inside of the market. This is also the closet food shopping location.
If you like specialty, organic, and GMO free foods - this is your market. They have all of the above. They also have a great eat-in food counter and sit down cafeteria style restaurant.
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Whole Foods Market
1440 P St NWIf you like specialty, organic, and GMO free foods - this is your market. They have all of the above. They also have a great eat-in food counter and sit down cafeteria style restaurant.
Arundel Mills
7000 Arundel Mills CirHuge outlet shopping mall.
The Mall in Columbia
10300 Little Patuxent PkwyFood, shops, and entertainment.
Historic Savage Mill
8600 Foundry StVery artsy shopping mall. Lots of fun.
Historic Ellicott City Inc.
3480 Saint Johns LaneEntertainment & Activities
This is located at the Columbia Mall. They usually have all of the latest and greatest movies to offer. State of the arts theater - including an IMAX theater.
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AMC Columbia 14
10300 Little Patuxent PkwyThis is located at the Columbia Mall. They usually have all of the latest and greatest movies to offer. State of the arts theater - including an IMAX theater.
Famous for outdoor concerts. This is so close to our home. Lots of great concerts can be attended here regularly.
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Merriweather Pavilion
10475 Little Patuxent PkwyFamous for outdoor concerts. This is so close to our home. Lots of great concerts can be attended here regularly.
I have never been here - but understand it is lots of fun! It is only about 30 minutes from our home. They have live entertainment, gambling, and so much more.
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Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland
7002 Arundel Mills CirI have never been here - but understand it is lots of fun! It is only about 30 minutes from our home. They have live entertainment, gambling, and so much more.
If you enjoy a thrill - this is a must see. The Zip-line is amazing fun, they also have a climbing wall, high-wire walking amoung the trees, and huge swing. The adventure can be purchased all inclusive or individually. Check out Groupon for discounted tickets. They are not always available - but often. TONS of fun - and totally safe (you are always strapped onto a wire safety line). Call for more details & pricing.
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Terrapin Adventures
Washington StreetIf you enjoy a thrill - this is a must see. The Zip-line is amazing fun, they also have a climbing wall, high-wire walking amoung the trees, and huge swing. The adventure can be purchased all inclusive or individually. Check out Groupon for discounted tickets. They are not always available - but often. TONS of fun - and totally safe (you are always strapped onto a wire safety line). Call for more details & pricing.
Six Flags America
13710 Central AveIf you like roller coasters - this is your place to visit.
Aquarium, Science Center, Shopping, Restaurants, Tour boats, paddle boats, and so much more! MUST SEE! Walking around is free & fun: there are tons of activities for extra fees.
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Inner Harbor
Aquarium, Science Center, Shopping, Restaurants, Tour boats, paddle boats, and so much more! MUST SEE! Walking around is free & fun: there are tons of activities for extra fees.
Columbia Association: The Racquet Club at Hobbit's Glen
Columbia Association Ice Rink
5876 Thunder Hill RdIt takes about 2 hours of driving - but worth the trip. Tons of fun for everyone. AND they have CHOCOLATE!!!
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Hersheypark
100 Hersheypark DrIt takes about 2 hours of driving - but worth the trip. Tons of fun for everyone. AND they have CHOCOLATE!!!
REVIEW: First is safety, it's always number one at Earth Treks. I am not a climber, this experience really gave me confidence. I don't just mean scaling walls, but in everyday life. I will say age is not a factor. I did it several times, it is a challenge and fun. Never thought about it? Then I would suggest at least one Earth Trek adventure. Have fun.
Earth Treks Columbia
7125 Columbia Gateway DrREVIEW: First is safety, it's always number one at Earth Treks. I am not a climber, this experience really gave me confidence. I don't just mean scaling walls, but in everyday life. I will say age is not a factor. I did it several times, it is a challenge and fun. Never thought about it? Then I would suggest at least one Earth Trek adventure. Have fun.
REVIEW: golf is or has become very expensive , that is why this place is s good value for the money. Also nice driving range and a get stone club house. Not s pro course but you can have a nice time in it
Visited June 2015
Fairway Hills Golf Club
5100 Columbia RdREVIEW: golf is or has become very expensive , that is why this place is s good value for the money. Also nice driving range and a get stone club house. Not s pro course but you can have a nice time in it
Visited June 2015
Maryland dýragarður
1 Safari PlFantastic Zoo with newly added exhibits
Review: went in for a facial because I was experiencing some black heads. Never having gotten a facial before, I was unsure of what to expect. Upon arrival, the front desk staff was amazing! They made me feel like I was the only person who was in the spa, and they even gave me delicious coconut enhanced water. Upon being taken back, the lady who worked with my skin (forgot her name, sorry) was incredibly knowledgeable and explained the whole process. After my facial, my skin was incredible. I signed up for the lifestyle program with them, because my friend had one with Massage Envy. The difference is that they don't charge extra to get a monthly facial versus massage, and it's month-to-moth, where you can leave at any time! I can't wait until my next facial!
Visited September 2015
REVIEW: I started coming prior to having a fusion surgery almost two years ago. My therapist, Eric has been meeting my massage therapy needs ever since.He is a skilled therapist and has great interpersonal skills. Very happy to have found this spa.
Visited February 2016
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa
6455 Dobbin RdReview: went in for a facial because I was experiencing some black heads. Never having gotten a facial before, I was unsure of what to expect. Upon arrival, the front desk staff was amazing! They made me feel like I was the only person who was in the spa, and they even gave me delicious coconut enhanced water. Upon being taken back, the lady who worked with my skin (forgot her name, sorry) was incredibly knowledgeable and explained the whole process. After my facial, my skin was incredible. I signed up for the lifestyle program with them, because my friend had one with Massage Envy. The difference is that they don't charge extra to get a monthly facial versus massage, and it's month-to-moth, where you can leave at any time! I can't wait until my next facial!
Visited September 2015
REVIEW: I started coming prior to having a fusion surgery almost two years ago. My therapist, Eric has been meeting my massage therapy needs ever since.He is a skilled therapist and has great interpersonal skills. Very happy to have found this spa.
Visited February 2016
REVIEW: My husband and I routinely swim for exercise at the Columbia swim center. The water in the main pool is comfortable at about 84 to 86 degrees. There is a second pool called the program pool which is cooler and used for swim team practice. There is a large children's pool that goes from one half foot to 2 feet deep. It does not have any fancy water features but has been enjoyed by my children and grandchildren. The splashdown water slides have been closed for renovation with an uncertain reopening date.
Visited February 2016
Columbia Swim Center
10401 Cross Fox LnREVIEW: My husband and I routinely swim for exercise at the Columbia swim center. The water in the main pool is comfortable at about 84 to 86 degrees. There is a second pool called the program pool which is cooler and used for swim team practice. There is a large children's pool that goes from one half foot to 2 feet deep. It does not have any fancy water features but has been enjoyed by my children and grandchildren. The splashdown water slides have been closed for renovation with an uncertain reopening date.
Visited February 2016
Þjóðgarðurinn
FREE museums, and tons of entertainment, restaurants, etc...
check them out on facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/BandORailroadMuseum/
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B&O Ellicott City Station Museum
3711 Maryland Avenuecheck them out on facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/BandORailroadMuseum/
One of my favorite museums every!
check them out for schedules and special events:
http://www.avam.org/
Also check out groupon or living social for discounted tickets
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Amerískt Visionary Art Museum
800 Key HwyOne of my favorite museums every!
check them out for schedules and special events:
http://www.avam.org/
Also check out groupon or living social for discounted tickets
Parks & Nature
There are walking and biking trails, huge lake, paddle boats, pavilions for picnics, playgrounds,free concerts, and multiple sports events (biking, marathons, triathlons, etc...)
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Centennial Park
10000 Clarksville PikeThere are walking and biking trails, huge lake, paddle boats, pavilions for picnics, playgrounds,free concerts, and multiple sports events (biking, marathons, triathlons, etc...)
Lake Kittamaqundi Dam
6165 Stevens Forest Roadgreat place for a walk, or running around the lake, or picnic
REVIEW: Took my grandson (14) for walk there, and we both enjoyed it. Also learned about trees, gardens, woods. Surprised how well it is organized, and easy to visit in about an hour.
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Robinson Nature Center
6692 Cedar LnREVIEW: Took my grandson (14) for walk there, and we both enjoyed it. Also learned about trees, gardens, woods. Surprised how well it is organized, and easy to visit in about an hour.
REVIEW: On a Sunday afternoon, this is a busy little park. The walk though was fine for most any age..If your a casual walker, the loop around the lake is easy enough.
NOTE Parking can be a challenge esp on Sunday. Riders of all ages and wheel types do use this park.
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Lake Elkhorn Park
Patuxent Branch TrailREVIEW: On a Sunday afternoon, this is a busy little park. The walk though was fine for most any age..If your a casual walker, the loop around the lake is easy enough.
NOTE Parking can be a challenge esp on Sunday. Riders of all ages and wheel types do use this park.
GREAT public beach:
http://dnr2.maryland.gov/publiclands/Pages/southern/sandypoint.aspx
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Sandy Point State Park
1100 E College PkwyGREAT public beach:
http://dnr2.maryland.gov/publiclands/Pages/southern/sandypoint.aspx
Sightseeing
National Air and Space Museum
600 Independence Ave SWWashington DC Free museums
Þjóðminjasafn indjánna í Ameríku
4th Street SouthwestLike the stars? Well here is where you can see them upclose and personal. Check the website and calendar of events before heading out.
Howard County Conservancy
10520 Old Frederick RdLike the stars? Well here is where you can see them upclose and personal. Check the website and calendar of events before heading out.
Annapolis Yacht Club
2 Compromise Stcheck ou their website for more information:
http://www.mdsci.org/
look at Groupon and Living Social for potential coupons
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Maryland Science Center
601 Light Stcheck ou their website for more information:
http://www.mdsci.org/
look at Groupon and Living Social for potential coupons
check website for more information:
http://www.historicships.org/
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Söguþungar í Baltimore
301 E Pratt Stcheck website for more information:
http://www.historicships.org/
Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park
723 Second Stwebsite: https://www.amaritime.org/
Essentials
Bank of America (with Drive-thru ATM)
5467 Harpers Farm RdNeed an ATM? This is your closest location.
Howard County General Hospital station
John's Hopkins Facility.
Columbia Sedan And Taxi Services offers airport taxi & cabs services to and from Columbia, Baltimore, Dulles, BWI and Fulton at affordable rates.
Visited July 2015
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Columbia Sedan And Taxi Services offers airport taxi & cabs services to and from Columbia, Baltimore, Dulles, BWI and Fulton at affordable rates.
Visited July 2015
Arts & Culture
Fairs of all kind are held at this location. Check their Website for schedule of events.
Howard County Fairgrounds
2210 Fairgrounds RdFairs of all kind are held at this location. Check their Website for schedule of events.
Columbia Art Center
6100 Foreland GarthFree gallery, and many art classes offerede for a reasonable fee.
Art Museum Drive
Art Museum Drivecheck out the web site for more information:
https://artbma.org/