Everything in your life gets better when you manage to find that elusive work-life balance we’re all seeking. In Prince George’s, we have plenty of spaces where you can work hard and then jump right into a day of fun or relaxation. You can find a luxury spa for specialized treatments, spend a day supporting the arts, or ditch the city for a day of wineries and vineyards. 

 

Add these joy-filled activities to extend your business itinerary:

 

Relax at National Harbor after your business meetings.

You don’t need to go far to find a bit of rest and rejuvenation after a conference or business meeting at National Harbor. In fact, you don’t need to leave at all. National Harbor is packed with spas, restaurants, and pools that are bound to ease your mind and calm your body.

Schedule a day just for you with this plan:

  • Begin your day by calming your mind at MahoganyBooks, where you can grab a cup of coffee and a good book. Ask the knowledgeable staff for a recommendation, or browse the curated selection at your leisure. The coffee bar is stocked with aromatic African coffee beans, specialty lemonades, and more.

  • At the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, the pool is open for visitors all year long. The indoor Junior Olympic-sized pool is warm and ready for you to jump right in. In the summer, you can bring your family to enjoy the outdoor splash pad, sundeck, and whirlpool.

  • If a spa is more your speed, stop by The Spa & Salon at MGM National Harbor to enjoy its 27,000-square-foot oasis. There are eleven spa rooms, a fitness center, a full-service salon, hot tub spa rooms, and more. Book a custom massage, body polish or scrub, hydrafacial, hair service, or manicure and pedicure. You’ll feel any stress drop away as you enjoy the soothing services.

  • Take a stroll along the water and check out The Awakening, a massive aluminum sculpture created by J. Seward Johnson. The five pieces reach out from the sandy beaches and often serve as a makeshift play structure for beach-loving children.

  • End your day with a meal you’ll enjoy at your own relaxed pace. Book a reservation at Ginger, a restaurant at MGM National Harbor that will take you on a tour through Asia. You can order Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, Korean, and Japanese dishes and enjoy them under the restaurant's lantern-like lights.

 


Feed your artistic sideduring your visit to College Park.

Ten minutes south of College Park is a haven for artists, musicians, and performers. In Hyattsville, you’ll find restaurants serving meals packed with local ingredients, local artists showcasing their fantastic talents, and a community that thrives on connection and creativity. 

Add a day to your College Park visit and fill it with this easy, energizing itinerary:

  • Start with a coffee from Vigilante Coffee Company, where you can enjoy a mural from artist Max Mueller with your latte. This homegrown business serves up some of the best coffee in the region, supported by an award-winning roasting team.

  • Just around the corner, you’ll find the Pyramid Atlantic Art Center, a nonprofit focused on printmaking, papermaking, and book arts. Time your visit with one of the center’s events or stop by whenever they’re open to check out the community studios, local exhibitions, and gift shop. If you’re lucky, you can book a workshop and take your own art home.

  • Stroll down the road a bit farther and you’ll find the Artist & Craftsman Supply. This local shop stocks everything you need to create your own art pieces. From painting to sculpting to printmaking, the shop’s experts can direct you to the products that will make your creative dreams come true.

  • If textile arts are more your thing, head north instead of south from the Pyramid Atlantic Art Center, and you’ll reach Three Little Birds Sewing Co. The small studio offers a variety of classes and workshops, sells patterns and sewing supplies, and runs lessons on practical sewing skills.

  • Stop by the 40-foot mural by Liz LaManche at Franklin’s Restaurant, Brewery & General Store — and then pop in for a meal that will inspire even more imagination.  This historic building is home to Prince George’s first microbrewery and a restaurant with a menu that appeals to everyone. Take your meal out to the tiki bar for a little extra fun.

  • End your day back in College Park with a rousing performance at The Clarice Performing Arts Center at the University of Maryland. The space — home to intimate theaters and large concert halls — hosts acclaimed artists from around the globe, including musicians, comedians, dancers, theatre troupes, orchestras, and filmmakers. Check the schedule before your visit to book your tickets in advance.