Top Summer Activities for Your Gaylord National Resort Staycation

Many of the resort's restaurants offer a range of complimentary activities to enhance your stay, including cocktail sampling, beer tasting, wine and cheese pairing, and more.

Explore the riverfront with kayak, jet car, and paddleboard rentals right off the Gaylord’s pier. Reserve your water toys ahead of time for an exciting adventure. Guests are also invited to moor their own boats at the pier or charter a boat for a day on the Potomac River!

The Junior Olympic-sized, 24-meter pool at Gaylord National Resort provides fitness and family fun. The doors open to a glorious outdoor sundeck complete with a whirlpool, kid splash pad, and a pool bar. Kids can enjoy complimentary popsicles, while adults can take advantage of drink specials at the pool bar every weekend.

Atrium View rooms overlook the beautifully landscaped gardens and meticulously maintained resort. A captivating light show erupts each evening, taking Atrium View guests on an entrancing journey through outer space, into lightning storms, on dazzling roller coasters, and inside of firework displays from the comfort of their rooms!

Experience holistic recovery and regeneration at Relâche Spa overlooking the breathtaking waterfront. Treatments are infused with natural elements and delivered by expert therapists to ignite your senses and soothe your soul.

Inside the massive, 19-story glass atrium, you’ll find one-and-a-half acres of lush, indoor gardens. Search for twelve endangered animals by finding the tracking markers that enable the animals to come to life through augmented reality. Simply download the free app on your smartphone to get started and take photos with your new animal friends along the way! This spellbinding experience was created for children of all ages.

Harbor Social opens at 4 pm nightly and serves as a perfect laid-back gathering spot. Unwind at this sports bar with drinks and games like darts, bocce ball, and duckpin bowling.

Treat yourself to an elegant Sunday brunch at Old Hickory Steakhouse featuring farm-fresh omelets, Wagyu steak & eggs, or a pancake board, paired with bottomless mimosas and Bloody Mary’s.

Pose Rooftop Lounge, an 80s-themed bar decked in pastels and old-school decor, features captivating design elements including neon lights, arcade games, and 80’s hits. Unwind with panoramic views of the skyline and riverfront while sipping on craft cocktails at this unique lounge.

Venture out and shop at unique boutiques, relax with drinks on the water, take a spin on the Capital Wheel, or try your luck at the nearby MGM National Harbor. Gaylord National Resort overnight guests enjoy complimentary rides on the circulator bus for transportation to MGM, Tanger National Harbor, and the National Harbor Waterfront.

As you wrap up your staycation at Gaylord National Resort, take a sunset stroll along the waterfront while reminiscing on your newfound memories. Whether seeking peace in the atrium gardens or embarking on adventures like the virtual safari, each activity is designed to enhance your stay and foster moments of joy and relaxation. Gaylord National Resort invites you to return for new delights each season, ensuring a refreshed menu of experiences. Plan your escape today and immerse yourself in the endless possibilities offered by this remarkable resort.

*This blog post is sponsored by Gaylord National Resort