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5 Places in Bowie to Take Out-Of-Town Visitors
A tour guide checklist runs down the top restaurants and things to do in Bowie.

Note: This article originally appeared on Bowie Patch in March.
How do you keep house guests entertained and well fed? We asked Patch readers where their favorite place is in Bowie to take visitors from out-of-town to give you the ultimate tour guide checklist.
- Allen Pond Park - Patch readers seem to agree that Allen Pond takes the No. 1 spot on the list. The park includes playgrounds, a skate park, and walking trails.
- Old Bowie Town Grille - A locally-owned restaurant, Old Bowie Town Grille serves contemporary dishes and drinks accompanied often by live performances as part of their concert series.
- TJ Elliott’s - A community favorite featuring Italian and American dishes. Patch reader, Michelle Swisher favorites the pizza, with their subs and lasagna coming in a close second.
- Belair Mansion - If you live in Bowie, you’ve seen the beautiful piece of Bowie history in the middle of Tulip Grove Drive. The Belair Mansion, built in 1745, features a historical museum collection, reflecting the lives of its residents like Provincial Governor Samuel Ogle and American horseman William Woodward.
- Jerry’s Seafood - Known for its famous crab bomb and crab cakes, Jerry’s is a great option for visitors in the mood for authentic Maryland seafood. The restaurant also offers food delivery via UPS so your visitors can take it with them long after they’ve left.
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