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Fort Washington, MarylandFort Washington
Spend a half‑day to a full day exploring the forts and park trails; add an evening in nearby Greenbelt if you have extra time.
Fort Washington is a small historic town on the Potomac River, best explored in a single day. Its main attractions are Fort Washington Park, Fort Foote Park and the Harmony Hall historic sites, all reachable by car or local bus. Overnight stays are optional and usually for visitors continuing to Washington, DC or Prince George’s County.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Mar–May, Sep–Nov
- avoid Jul–Aug (heat, occasional thunderstorms)
- Airports
- BWI · DCA
- Nights
- 0–1 (optional)
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Fort Washington, Maryland911 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Fort Washington, Maryland, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyFort Washington is low‑crime; stay on well‑lit park paths after dark and keep cars locked.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportBWI Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (≈30 km (19 mi) north, shuttle or rideshare about 30 min).BWI Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (≈19 mi (30 km) north, shuttle or rideshare about 30 min).
- Getting aroundCar is easiest; parking at the parks is free.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Museum or sight ticketPedestrian entryMay–Oct$3
- Budget bedGreenbelt motel or budget hotel, a night, per roomUS$80
- Mid-range bedGreenbelt motel or budget hotel, a night, per roomUS$120
- High-end bedGreenbelt motel or budget hotel, a night, per roomUS$180
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$70 · Mid US$110 · High US$200
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- BWI Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (≈30 km (19 mi) north, shuttle or rideshare about 30 min) · DCA Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (≈25 km (16 mi) southeast, rideshare about 35 min)BWI Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (≈19 mi (30 km) north, shuttle or rideshare about 30 min) · DCA Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (≈16 mi (25 km) southeast, rideshare about 35 min)
Best months at a glance
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12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Apr
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18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
May
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Jun
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28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Jul
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31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Aug
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30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Sep
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Oct
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Nov
Best
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Dec
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8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Best: Mar–May, Sep–Nov. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)), coolest Jan (−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C) low), wettest Apr (9 rain days), driest Feb (6). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Fort Washington, Maryland: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
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27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
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21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
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14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
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Dec
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
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High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Car is easiest; parking at the parks is free. Metrobus Route B30 connects Fort Washington to Greenbelt Metro (Green Line) – about 30 min. Bicycles allowed on park trails.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
National Harbor
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Metrobus B30 to Greenbelt, then WMATA Green Line to Southern Avenue, then local bus or rideshare – about 45 min total
Waterfront dining and casino; good for an evening after the parks.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Fort Washington area
Limited hotels; most visitors stay in nearby Greenbelt (≈5 km (3.1 mi)) or Washington, DC. Check availability.Limited hotels; most visitors stay in nearby Greenbelt (≈3.1 mi (5 km)) or Washington, DC. Check availability.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $60–$80 excl. bed
- Mid
- $90–$130 excl. bed
- High
- $150+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Greenbelt motel or budget hotel1 × 1 night × US$80 | US$80 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × US$70 | US$70 |
| Fort Washington Park vehicle entry1 × US$10 · May–Oct, free winter | US$10 |
| Metrobus B30 one‑way fare1 × US$3 · check schedule | US$3 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$16 |
| Trip total≈ US$179 per person per day, bed included | US$179 |
prices per night, 2026 estimate
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Prices of common things
| Parking at Fort Washington Park (vehicle)May–Oct | $10 |
| Pedestrian entryMay–Oct | $3 |
| Bicycle rental (hour)check | $5–$8 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Park entry fee: $10 per vehicle or $3 per pedestrian May–Oct; free winter (check dates).
- Fort Washington visitor center closes at 5 PM in winter (4 PM Nov–Apr).
- Fort Foote parking opens at 9 AM; early walkers must park elsewhere.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Fort Washington Park vehicle entry: $10 (May–Oct), free winter
- Metrobus B30 one‑way: $2.50 (check schedule)
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Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
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This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Fort Washington, Maryland. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Mar–May, Sep–Nov · avoid Jul–Aug (heat, occasional thunderstorms) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night in Greenbelt for easy Metro access to DC.
- Consider a bike rental for the 3‑mile Fort Washington trail loop.
Sources
- officialFort Foote Park NPS
- officialFort Washington Park NPS
- officialHarmony Hall NPS
- officialHarmony Hall Regional Center
- secondaryWikivoyage: Fort Washington (Maryland), revision 5239852 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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