College Park/DC/Baltimore Area Information
College Park, MD
Washington, D.C.
Baltimore, MD
College Park
Restaurants
There are many dining options in the city of College Park. Here are a few
familiar restaurants that are in close proximity to the school. For additional information
and on dining in College Park please see: College Park Dining
- Buffalo Wild Wings
- Friday’s
- Applebee’s
- Noodles & Company
- Chipotle
Hotels
There are many hotels to choose from within College Park, many of which offer
discounted rates and shuttles to the university. Please keep in mind that these
hotels book quickly around commencement and it is best to make plans as early as
possible. For your convenience we have listed a few below:
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UMUC Marriott
Adelphi Rd at University Blvd.
College Park, MD 20740
1.800.228.9290
301.985.7300
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Holiday Inn
10000 Baltimore Ave.
College Park, MD 20740
1.800.465.4329
301.345.6700
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Clarion Inn and Fundome
8601 Baltimore Ave.
College Park, MD 20740
1.800.424.6423
301.474.2800
Getting to College Park
Map of College Park/ Campus Map
Directions
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For specific turn by turn directions please use Google Maps to assist
you. If possible, try to use alternate routes into campus such as
avoiding Route 1/ Baltimore Avenue.
Transportation
DOTS
Please visit
www.transporation.umd.edu for more information.
Taxi
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Silver Cab (301) 807-7452 or (301) 577-2000
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Greenbelt Taxi Service (301) 441-8400
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At the College Park Metro Station, minutes from campus, there is a taxi stand.
*Please Note: Most cabs do not take credit card.
Airport Shuttle
The most commonly used airport shuttle at the University of Maryland is the
Super Shuttle. Reservations can be made online and rates vary. Please make reservations
in advance.
Super Shuttle: 1-800 Blue Van:
www.supershuttle.com
WMATA
Metro Map with link to www.wmata.com
Safety
Campus Policies
For a comprehensive view of the University of
Maryland’s campus policies please visit:
www.president.umd.edu/policies.
Emergency Plan
In the case of an emergency or inclement weather,
please refer to the University’s Emergency Preparedness Website at:
www.umd.edu/emergencypreparedness/umeop.
Campus Police
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For emergencies please dial 301.405.3333 for the College Park Police. Calling
911 from your cell phone will require rerouting of your call.
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For non-emergencies please call the College Park Police at 301.405.3555
Inclement Weather Plan
In the case of inclement weather please refer to
our emergency preparedness site for instructions and event cancellations: www.umd.edu/emergencypreparedness.
Washington, D.C. [
www.washington.org ]
Experience the rich culture, history and diversity that represent America in
Washington DC. The nation’s capital is known for its many world famous monuments,
museums, restaurants and neighborhoods. Home of the nation’s law makers and lobbyists,
Washington, D.C. is truly a city like no other!
Smithsonian Museums (not a complete list): African Art Museum, Air and Space
Museum, American History Museum, American Indian Museum, Natural History Museum,
and the Postal Museum. These free attractions can be found in close proximity to
the National Mall & Smithsonian Metro Stops.
Memorials & Monuments: Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, WWII Memorial,
Korean War Veterans Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial.
Baltimore, MD [
www.baltimore.org ]
Baltimore, named a top 10 destination worldwide by Frommer's, is a vibrant, modern,
world-class metropolitan area. This charming waterfront city attracts millions of
tourists annually to attractions such as Harborplace, the National Aquarium in Baltimore,
the Maryland Science Center, the USS Constellation, the Power Plant, and more.
Harbor East
President & Aliceanna Streets
www.harboreast.com
Baltimore destination is located where President Street meets Aliceanna Street.
Harbor East offers a collection of the area restaurants.
Harborplace and The Gallery at Harborplace
200 East Pratt Street
410-332-4191 or 800-HARBOR-1
www.harborplace.com
Harborplace and The Gallery feature a mix of over 100 shops, 16 sit-down restaurants
and 40 diverse eateries, as well as live entertainment on the waterfront.
For more information about events in Maryland outside of the Baltimore area
please visit: www.visitmaryland.org.
