Getting
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getting to oec
Conveniently located between Baltimore and Washington, DC, and just 20 minutes from Baltimore Washington International Airport, Old Ellicott City awaits you.
Conveniently located between Baltimore and Washington, DC, and just 20 minutes from Baltimore Washington International Airport, Old Ellicott City awaits you.
Take I-95 S to Exit 49B (I-695 W toward I-70/Towson) to EXIT 13 (MD-144/Frederick Rd toward Catonsville). Frederick Rd turns into Main St in about 4 miles.
Hundreds of free parking spaces are available at 8 public parking lots. Handicap spaces are plentiful in each lot as well as on Main Street.
Coffee shops, local breweries, a wine bar and an eclectic mix of French, Mexican, Japanese, Syrian, and American eateries – OEC is a palate pleaser. Find a full listing of our restaurants HERE
Many OEC restaurants have an ‘al fresco’ option. Simply click here Outdoor Dining to see a complete listing.
Plenty of outdoor fun awaits you in OEC. Hang out by the river or hike the trolley trail. Get an outdoor history lesson at one of our parks (details HERE). Stroll our streets to find murals and hidden animal friends by local artists. In warmer weather months, take in an outdoor concert or movie (details HERE).
There are 8 different historic buildings and museums to visit in town, and a history tour company that hosts a variety of walking tour experiences. Get the details on all of them HERE.
This year our history is really in the spotlight as Ellicott City celebrates its 250th year. Learn about special anniversary events HERE.
Public restrooms are located in the lower level of the Welcome Center at 8267 Main Street.
YES! Well behaved furry friends are welcome to stroll our streets with you. Many of our businesses offer water bowls and treats.
Please honor the Howard County leash law and be respectful of other guests.
Ellicott City Partnership
8267 Main Street
Ellicott City, MD 21043
443-240-2060
[email protected]
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