Scenic Drives

Drive along scenic USA road-trip routes through Virginia and Maryland, exploring spectacular mountain vistas and picturesque coastal routes.

Your great American road trip starts here! Check out the scenic drives near Washington, DC, and byways experiences in Virginia and Maryland.

Highlights include Skyline Drive, which runs more than 100 miles along the Blue Ridge Mountains; George Washington Memorial Parkway, an historic scenic drive taking you to Mount Vernon and other highlights from the first president's legacy; and Maryland's Historic National Road, with stops from small towns to the big city of Baltimore.

Also peruse our list of 10 storied routes that help tell the story of America.

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Skyline Drive, Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains

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Skyline Drive, Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains

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