Takoma Park Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States
About Takoma Park
Takoma Park is bordered by, and often confused with the adjacent Takoma neighborhood of Washington, D.C. TheTakomaMetrorail Station is in D.C., near the border of the 2 cities. The area is populated with many Hispanic, African and Asian immigrants. Together with nearbyHyattsville, they form an area that is one of the most politically liberal districts in the U.S. and home to a sizable percentage of Maryland's immigrant population. The Old Town area of Takoma Park is composed of three historic districts which run along Carroll Avenue from 4th Street NW (in Washington, D.C.) to Takoma Junction in Maryland. This is an artsy, counter-cultural area anchored by the Metro station,Takoma Theater, theWashington Operawarehouse and theHouse of Musical Traditions. More densely forested than the surro
Top Attractions in Takoma Park
Explore the best things to see and do in Takoma Park:
- ★Fort Stevens Park and Battlefield National Cemetery
- ★Liz Lerman Dance Exchange
- ★Roda Movements
- ★Statue of Roscoe the Rooster
- ★Takoma Park Folk Festival
- ★Takoma Park Jazz Fest
- ★Takoma Park Street Festival
Where to Eat in Takoma Park
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Beijing Delight
- 🍴Donut Run
- 🍴Eastern Carry Out
- 🍴Kin Da
- 🍴La Chiquita Restaurant
- 🍴Los Pollos Restaurant
Where to Stay in Takoma Park
- 🏨Econo Lodge
- 🏨Hilltop Hostel
- 🏨Motel 6
- 🏨Quality Inn
Takoma Park Travel Guide Sections
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