Cool and Unusual Things to Do in Takoma Park

Unusual
Attractions
in Takoma Park

Takoma Park, Maryland

1 mile from Takoma Park

Silver Spring, Maryland

Acorn Park

Giant acorn-shaped 19th century gazebo from which suburban Washingtonians gazed upon the original "silver" spring.

1 mile from Takoma Park

Silver Spring, Maryland

Bust of the 'Homeless Mayor'

A tribute to the beloved, kind-hearted "homeless mayor" of Silver Spring.

1 mile from Takoma Park

Silver Spring, Maryland

'Coastline' Wave Pool

Live data is transmitted from the Atlantic coast to instantly recreate the ocean waves in this fountain at the NOAA headquarters.

1 mile from Takoma Park

Washington, D.C.

Evelyn Y. Davis's Gravestone

A memorial to a shareholder activist feared by CEOs around the United States.

2 miles from Takoma Park

Upcoming Experiences
Near Takoma Park

Experience

Exploring a Secret Fort

Atlas Obscura Trivia for the World’s Most Adventurous Explorers

Washington, D.C., United States

Free

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Cemetery Spirits & Stories: Iconography

Cemetery Spirits & Stories: Uppity Women

Explore the Ruins of Seneca Quarry

Poolesville, Maryland

$30 per person

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Unearth Lost Towns with Archaeologists

Exclusive Animal Sanctuary Tour

Poolesville, Maryland

$20 per person

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Exploring the Ghost Fleet of Mallows Bay

Nanjemoy, Maryland

$90 per person

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