Plan Your Visit

Brunswick arch

Brunswick is located 15 miles southwest of the City of Frederick, an hour’s drive from Baltimore, MD and Washington, DC, and next door to historic Harper’s Ferry, WV. With its trail head access (mile marker 55) and ample free parking in the heart of downtown, Brunswick is the ideal spot to launch day trips on the C & O Towpath or overnight while traveling the C&O Canal National Historical Park and the Greater Allegheny Passage. Brunswick also provides easy access to the southernmost three miles of the Appalachian Trail in Maryland. The intersection is only 3 miles down the Towpath.

Sunset over the Potomac River Bridge

Where to Stay

From tents to RVs, stylish short-term rentals to king-size hotel beds, whatever your style, Brunswick has the right accommodations for you.

Airbnbs

Brunswick Family Campground

Holiday Inn Express & Suites – Brunswick-Harpers Ferry Area

Travelodge by Wyndham

a row of pasteries

What to Eat & Drink

Our independent mom & pop restaurants are one of the best things about Brunswick. Grab coffee or sandwich in a former church turned café (complete with original stained glass windows and choir loft), sip craft beer in a firehouse-turned-brewery, or satisfy a craving for New York style pizza, authentic hummus and shawarma, or Maryland grass-fed burgers (or Impossible burgers) and ice cream within blocks of one another.

Beans in the Belfry Café

Boxcar Burgers

Corner Store

King’s Pizza

Maple & Rye Bakery

Potomac Street Grill

Smoketown Brewing Station

Whistle Punk Delicatessen & Market

 

Outside view of Smoketown Brewing

Things to Do

With its river and trail side location and well-preserved buildings from its heyday as a railroad town, Brunswick is a gem for outdoor recreation and history buffs.

Bridgeway Bikes

Brunswick Academy of Martial Arts

Brunswick Heritage Museum

Five Dances Wellness Center

River & Trail Outfitters

River’s Edge Trails

Roots & River Yoga

Upstairs at Smoketown

Shop

Discover the charm of Brunswick Main Street, where local art, unique shops, and inspired décor invite you to explore. From handmade gifts to vintage finds, every store offers something special.

Decor at Potomac River Interiors

Ampersand Antiques

Antiques N’ Ole Stuff

C & O Tattoo

Footworks

Lockhouse Gallery

Love & Lily Bridal

Potomac River Interiors

Smoketown Bait & Tackle

The Public Spectacle

Traveling Bros Cigars