Tourism has a tremendous impact on Frederick from the perspectives of generated revenues and the character it instills. In 2005, some 1.9 million visitors spent in excess of $280 million while on excursion in Frederick County. Tourism also accounts for nearly 6,500 industry-related jobs.

One of the chief attractions is downtown Frederick’s dynamic 40-block historic district, with its nationally renowned architecture, variety of historic sites, 200 retailers and antique shops, and 40 restaurants along Restaurant Row. Nearly three-quarters of all visitors to Frederick County come to downtown Frederick during their journey – about 1.4 million tourists each year.

Other notable visitor attractions throughout the City and downtown include the National Museum of Civil War Medicine, Frederick County Historical Society and Roger Brooke Taney House, Mt. Olivet Cemetery and the grave of Francis Scott Key, and Harry Grove Stadium – home to the Frederick Keys, the Baltimore Orioles’ minor league affiliate. For additional tourism-related information visit www.fredericktourism.org and www.downtownfrederick.org.