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Census-designated place in Maryland, United States
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Towson is an unincorporated city in Central Maryland. It is located directly north of Baltimore City and is the county seat of Baltimore County.
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At the time of its completion in 1790, this was the largest private home in the nascent United States. The grounds are open for tours, including the slave quarters, main house, and gardens.
Maryland's second largest university does not have much by way of attractions, but does see a steady stream of visiting prospective students.
This is also a hub for prospective students.
Boordy was founded in 1945 by Philip Wagner, the editor of the Baltimore Sun. It is Maryland's oldest operating vineyard. There are special events on weekends in the summer, with live music on Saturday nights.
Nepalese and Indian food. Lunch buffet and large menu. Very good food and quick service. BYOB or wine -- no corkage fee!
A comfortable little bar attached to the famous Recher Theatre. It serves standard bar fare (burgers, fries, etc.). Most of the patrons are out back at the outdoor patio/bar during the warmer months.
Low key, relatively quiet bar with an Irish theme and friendly staff.
Minutes from Towson University.
Towson Town Center is a large indoor shopping mall.
By bus
MTA operates several bus routes in the Towson area:
By light rail
Towson sprawls. It's best to travel by car, although it is possible to get around the major commercial corridors (meaning mostly just York Rd) and Towson University by riding bus #8, or by walking.
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