CAPITAL REGION Escape the Ordinary in the Capital Region By Betsy Boyd Bordering the District of Columbia, the cosmopolitan Capital Region is home to world-renowned restaurants and pivotal historic sites. Blending global influence with a casually sophisticated vibe, the area immediately surrounding our nation’s capital features go-to spots for urban entertainment, world-class roller coaster thrills, unforgettable history, and— at the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center—even a window into the galaxy. Waterfront Promenade at National Harbor 70 / VISITMARYLAND.ORG