Havre de Grace - Harford Style Magazine

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by Anne Fullem
watercolors Alice Humphries
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Harford County's quintessential day trip
has something to offer everyone
Need a vacation but only have a few hours to spare? Whether it's relaxation
you're looking for or a little excitement... Havre de Grace has got you
covered. We've done all the work for you and put together some great
Havre de Grace day trips. Try one, or try them all. Go ahead...
you deserve to have some fun!
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Outdoor Lovers
Option 1
Coffee & pastries at Concord Point Coffee
Biller’s Bikes - go for a spin through downtown
Lunch at La Cucina Restaurant
Old Town Parasail - soar over the Susquehanna
Visit the Maritime Museum & Concord Point Lighthouse
Game of pool & drinks at Rodger's House Tavern
Dinner cruise on the Lantern Queen
Romantic walk on the Promenade
Option 2
Crepes at Sweet Devotion
Havre de Grace Marine Center - Kayaking on the river
Lunch at Laurrapin
Take a tour of the Lockhouse Museum
North Park Trail - snap some pictures of wildlife
Explore Downtown & take a Historical Walking Tour
Cruise on the Skipjack Martha Lewis
Dinner at MacGregor’s on the Deck
Romantics
Option 1
Breakfast on the patio at Tidewater Grille
Explore Downtown - take lots of pictures
Pedal boat ride at Old Town Parasail
Lunch at the Ritz
Romantic walk on the Promenade
A massage for two at Salon Marielle
Dinner and Wine Tasting at the Vineyard Wine Bar
Catch the latest performance of the Tidewater Players
Option 2
Trip to the Farmer’s Market & Downtown shopping
Take a walk to the top of the Concord Point Lighthouse
Lunch at MacGregor’s
Visit Bomboy's Candy or Ice Cream for a sweet treat
Visit Steppingstone Museum
Take a drive through Susquehanna State Park
Wine tasting at the scenic Mt. Felix Vineyard
Antique Shopping
Dinner Cruise on the Lantern Queen
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Brigitte Peters, Director of Tourism for Havre de Grace, poses for a quick pic on a yacht
at Tidewater Marina on Bourbon Street. Sundress from Joseph's Department Store.
"Havre de Grace is a perfect getaway and has something to
offer all interests. Our City is built upon strong community and
volunteer support. With it's proximity to I95, the Victorian charm,
history, and access to the water, Havre de Grace is a true gem
situated at the top of the Chesapeake Bay in Harford County."
1 Brigitte Peters
Art Lovers
Option 1
Coffee & pastries at Java by the Bay
Browse the local artwork at Arts by the Bay Gallery
Stop by Vincenti Decoys & the Decoy Museum
Lunch on the deck at MacGregor’s
Shopping at The Art Rooms & Simply Art & Gift Gallery
Walk through Downtown and check out the murals
Dinner at the Vineyard Wine Bar
Enjoy live music at Laurrapin
Option 2
Coffee & pastries at Concord Point Coffee
Visit the HdG Art Show on August 16-18
Crabs for lunch at Price’s Seafood
Visit Art Union & Riverview Art Galleries
The Painted Lady - great boutique with one-of-a-kind items
Dinner cruise on the Lantern Queen
Summer Concert in Tydings Park
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Luxury
History Lovers
Option 1
A Round of golf at Bulle Rock
Lunch at Silks Restaurant
Shopping Downtown
Massage at Salon Marielle
Charter a sunset Cruise at HdG Marine Center
Wine Tasting at the Vineyard
Dinner & music at Laurrapin
Option 1
Take a Haunted History Tour
Visit a Pirate Encampment July 13-14 at the Lockhouse Museum
Visit the Concord Point Light House & climb to the top
Have lunch at Rodger's House Tavern - the oldest building in HdG
Visit Vincenti Decoys and the Decoy Museum
Cruise on the Skipjack Martha Lewis
Option 2
Pamper yourself at Par Excellance Day Spa
Visit the HdG Seafood Festival August 9th
Take a sailing lesson at Bay Sail in Tidewater Marina
Visit the local art Galleries
Watch the sailboat races over cocktails at Tidewater Grill
Take a Dinner Cruise on the Lantern Queen
Option 2
Take a Walking History Tour of Downtown
Check out all the new War of 1812 exhibits, signage and flags
Check out the miniature of Historic 1812 HdG at the Visitor's Center
Visit the Lockhouse Museum
Check out the giant propeller before visiting the Maritime Museum
Visit Steppingstone Museum in Susquehanna State Park
Stop by the Grist Mill on your way back downtown
Dinner on MacGregor's deck watching the boats go by
I hope some of these suggestions will encourage you to take a few hours and explore Havre de Grace. I live here, and not one day goes
by that I'm not in awe of how naturally beautiful it is. Defined by the Susquehanna River sweeping into the Chesapeake Bay and the
graceful ships that dissapear towards the horizon, Havre de Grace provides a glimpse back in time, and encourages you to stop an smell
the roses. The advantage to living so close to such a resource is that you don't have to plan to far ahead. Had a long day... take a drive up
after dinner and walk the Promenade. Looking for some place fun to walk the dogs... grab your furry friends and head out to one of our
parks. Havre de Grace has great restaurants (especially if you like seafood), bountiful shopping, and lots of great stuff to do, including
First Fridays, and the upcoming Graw Days Festival. Hope to see you there!
For more information check out these websites: www.hdgtourism.com • www.harfordmd.com • www.mainstreethdg.com
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