Aspen Hill5days- 5
- Days
- 40
- Activities
- 1
- Location
- 15
- Meals out
- 08:00
- Earliest start
Luxury Aspen Hill Retreat & Outdoor Escape
A five-day itinerary tailored for upscale travellers seeking refined outdoor leisure, boutique shopping, and scenic parkland exploration around Aspen Hill, Maryland.
- Food stops
- Parks
- Sights
- Hikes
- Lakes
- Stays
- couples
- solo
- friends
- luxury
- outdoors
- nature
Day by day
Day 1
Gardens, Trails, and Lakeside Leisure8 ActivitiesBegin your journey exploring botanical gardens, scenic woodland hikes, and tranquil boating around Aspen Hill.
- 08:0009:00
FoodBreakfast at First Watch
08:00 – 09:00Enjoy a fresh gourmet breakfast featuring artisanal coffee and seasonal entrees.
- 09:3010:45
SightseeingBrookside Gardens Visit
09:30 – 10:45Stroll through award-winning display gardens and landscaped conservatories.
- entryFree
- 11:0012:15
OutdoorRock Creek Hiking
11:00 – 12:15Take a guided walk along paved and natural woodland trails along Rock Creek.
- 12:3013:45
FoodLunch at Mamma Lucia
12:30 – 13:45Savor authentic Italian cuisine and fine wine in a relaxed setting.
- 14:1515:30
OutdoorLake Bernard Frank Boating
14:15 – 15:30Enjoy a peaceful boating session on the calm waters of Lake Bernard Frank.
- 15:4517:00
ShoppingAspen Hill Farmers Market
15:45 – 17:00Browse local produce, artisanal crafts, and specialty foods.
- 17:1518:30
SightseeingMeadowbrook Local Park Exploration
17:15 – 18:30Explore open green spaces, historic park structures, and tranquil paths.
- entryFree
- 19:3021:00
FoodDinner at Kobe Japanese Steak House
19:30 – 21:00Experience upscale teppanyaki dining and fresh sushi dishes.
Day 2
Antiques, Sports, and Scenic Views8 ActivitiesCombine antique shopping with active recreation and scenic garden excursions.
- 08:0009:00
FoodBreakfast at The Original Pancake House
08:00 – 09:00Start the morning with specialty handcrafted pancakes and fresh juices.
- 09:3010:45
ShoppingOlney Antique Village Shopping
09:30 – 10:45Discover vintage collectibles, fine antiques, and unique decorative items.
- 11:0012:15
OutdoorNorth Gate Park Sports
11:00 – 12:15Engage in light outdoor sports and leisure games at North Gate Park.
- 12:3013:45
FoodLunch at GrillMarX Steakhouse & Raw Bar
12:30 – 13:45Dine on premium cuts, fresh seafood, and handcrafted cocktails.
- 14:1515:30
SightseeingBrookside Gardens Visit
14:15 – 15:30Revisit different sections of the botanical collection and greenhouse displays.
- entryFree
- 15:4517:00
OutdoorRock Creek Hiking
15:45 – 17:00Hike along shaded stream valleys and forested knolls.
- 17:1518:30
OutdoorLake Bernard Frank Boating
17:15 – 18:30Spend late afternoon hours on the lake enjoying the quiet surrounding scenery.
- 19:3021:00
FoodDinner at Il Pizzico
19:30 – 21:00Indulge in refined Italian fare in an intimate atmosphere.
Day 3
Local Markets and Parklands8 ActivitiesExperience local culture through markets, community parks, and outdoor recreation.
- 08:0009:00
FoodBreakfast at Java Nation
08:00 – 09:00Fuel up with artisan coffee beverages and healthy breakfast plates.
- 09:3010:45
ShoppingAspen Hill Farmers Market
09:30 – 10:45Shop for luxury baked goods, flowers, and local preserves.
- 11:0012:15
SightseeingMeadowbrook Local Park Exploration
11:00 – 12:15Walk through quiet meadows and landscaped park areas.
- entryFree
- 12:3013:45
FoodLunch at Silver Diner
12:30 – 13:45Enjoy upscale local farm-to-table diner classics.
- 14:1515:30
ShoppingOlney Antique Village Shopping
14:15 – 15:30Browse curated antique shops and artisan boutiques.
- 15:4517:00
OutdoorNorth Gate Park Sports
15:45 – 17:00Participate in outdoor fitness activities and recreational sports.
- 17:1518:30
SightseeingBrookside Gardens Visit
17:15 – 18:30Enjoy the tranquil afternoon ambiance in the Japanese garden area.
- entryFree
- 19:3021:00
FoodDinner at Clyde's Tower Oaks Lodge
19:30 – 21:00Dine in a grand rustic lodge offering upscale American cuisine.
Day 4
Active Nature and Village Boutiques8 ActivitiesA day focused on nature trails, lake activities, and boutique shopping.
- 08:0009:00
FoodBreakfast at Bagel City
08:00 – 09:00Enjoy freshly baked bagels, smoked fish, and gourmet spreads.
- 09:3010:45
OutdoorRock Creek Hiking
09:30 – 10:45Traverse scenic nature loops through forested regional parks.
- 11:0012:15
OutdoorLake Bernard Frank Boating
11:00 – 12:15Paddle along the picturesque shoreline surrounded by trees.
- 12:3013:45
FoodLunch at Plaza Oaxaca
12:30 – 13:45Taste authentic Oaxacan specialties and handcrafted margaritas.
- 14:1515:30
SightseeingMeadowbrook Local Park Exploration
14:15 – 15:30Take photos of local flora and scenic park pathways.
- entryFree
- 15:4517:00
ShoppingAspen Hill Farmers Market
15:45 – 17:00Pick up handmade goods and local delicacies.
- 17:1518:30
ShoppingOlney Antique Village Shopping
17:15 – 18:30Explore high-end vintage furniture and art galleries.
- 19:3021:00
FoodDinner at The Melting Pot
19:30 – 21:00Experience fine fondue dining with multiple delicious courses.
Day 5
Grand Outdoor Farewell8 ActivitiesConclude your trip with a full day of gardens, park sports, trails, and water views.
- 08:0009:00
FoodBreakfast at First Watch
08:00 – 09:00Enjoy a final breakfast with premium coffee and farm-fresh ingredients.
- 09:3010:45
OutdoorNorth Gate Park Sports
09:30 – 10:45Enjoy morning outdoor recreational sports in the fresh air.
- 11:0012:15
SightseeingBrookside Gardens Visit
11:00 – 12:15Take a final leisurely walkthrough of the tropical conservatory.
- entryFree
- 12:3013:45
FoodLunch at Mamma Lucia
12:30 – 13:45Relish favorite pasta and seafood dishes for lunch.
- 14:1515:30
OutdoorRock Creek Hiking
14:15 – 15:30Walk along the scenic creekside trails one last time.
- 15:4517:00
OutdoorLake Bernard Frank Boating
15:45 – 17:00Enjoy a tranquil final boating session on Lake Bernard Frank.
- 17:1518:30
SightseeingMeadowbrook Local Park Exploration
17:15 – 18:30Unwind in the evening calm at Meadowbrook Local Park.
- entryFree
- 19:3021:00
FoodDinner at Kobe Japanese Steak House
19:30 – 21:00Celebrate the end of your retreat with a luxury steakhouse dinner.
