College Park is a lively, walkable college town anchored by the University of Maryland — plenty of cafés, casual and upscale restaurants, craft breweries, parks, and regular community events make multi-week stays comfortable, social, and interesting rather than isolating.
It’s a short drive or quick transit ride to Washington, D.C., for world-class museums, theater, and dining, and roughly 30 miles from Baltimore for a different waterfront/big‑city vibe, so weekend escapes are easy.