Whether you need unique made in Maryland gifts for locals who moved out of state and who miss home or for visitors who simply love the Old Line State, you came to the right place! In this article, you will find no less than 25 awesome Maryland-themed gifts that they will love. From food baskets to University of Maryland gifts, there is something for everyone.
Are you short on time? Check out the editor’s top three gifts by budget.
- Large budget: Wooden map of Maryland (#3)
- Mid budget: Old Bay seasoning (#16)
- Small budget: Bamboo cutting board (#22)
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Maryland gifts for large budgets
#1 Maryland gift basket for foodies
Maryland gift baskets are my favorite hamper gifts for people who miss their home state.
You can literally put anything in a basket that will make them feel better. But the best way to make someone feel better is by gifting comfort food from their home, and that is why this Maryland food basket is such a great gift. For more food gifts from Maryland, check out #16.
#2 Phone case with Maryland theme
Do you know a Maryland lover who is also addicted to his or her phone?
Then you just found the ultimate gift; a phone cover with a Maryland design.
You can find more than 500 options for iPhones and Samsungs on Zazzle that will protect the recipient’s most precious gadget while reminding them of their favorite place in the world.
#3 Wooden map of Maryland
Are you looking for unique gift ideas for someone who recently moved to a new home?
Then one of the many beautiful Maryland map designs on Etsy is perfect.
I always love wooden maps and this one has the option to be customized with a name and a heart at a location of your choice.
#4 Maryland mug
Are you looking for Maryland-themed gifts for people who drink a lot of coffee or tea? Or for people who love visiting different US states?
Then the “been there, done that” mug collection from Starbucks is great. Not only do they have a cute state-specific design, but it’s also a cool mug for the recipient to collect.
#5 Sweatshirt
If you know a true Maryland lover, you probably also know that they take great pride in their beautiful state. So to show their love for Maryland to the world, this cool sweatshirt will come in handy!
#6 Coasters
This set of two coasters with the map of Baltimore engraved are great housewarming gifts for someone who recently moved to Baltimore, or for someone who recently moved out.
#7 Wine cork map
If you are looking for unique Maryland gifts for someone’s home, these two maps are great gift ideas.
The first one is a map of Maryland with holes for wine corks, and the second one has holes for beer caps. So the recipient can decorate their map with caps of their favorite drinks!
#8 Maryland sports gifts
Are you looking for Maryland gifts for people who are into sports? Then you came to the right place.
And do you know what’s even better? You can even find great gifts for different kinds of sports. The number one sport in Maryland is lacrosse. It’s also the number one state in the US if you love lacrosse. So head over to Amazon and buy something related to the Terrapins if the recipient is into lacrosse.
For baseball lovers, anything from the Baltimore Orioles will make a great gift. And lastly, for football fans, check out Amazon to find Baltimore Ravens merchandise.
Maryland gifts for mid budgets
#9 State park bucket list poster
Did you know that Maryland is home to at least 50 national state parks?
They are all listed on this bucket list poster that makes a great gift for someone from Maryland who loves nature. Because as much as they love being outdoors, I bet they haven’t visited all 50 parks in their home state yet. And with this poster, they can keep track of all the beautiful places close to their home that they still need to visit.
#10 Necklace
Are you looking for unique gifts from Maryland for women?
Then this super cute necklace shaped like the map of Maryland is exactly what you need!
#11 Cookbooks
Dishing up Maryland: 150 recipes from the Alleghenies to the Chesapeake Bay
Do you need Maryland-themed gifts for someone who loves to cook? Or for someone who misses Maryland food? Then a cookbook is a great gift idea! Dishing Up is the best general cookbook from Maryland. It contains 150 different recipes from across the state. For more specific cookbooks, check out the next two options.
Baltimore Chef’s Table: Extraordinary recipes from Charm City and the surrounding counties
What Baltimore lover doesn’t love Charm City? That’s right, none. So this cookbook with 80 different recipes from popular eateries from Baltimore and around is perfect for people who would love to bring a bit of their favorite city into their homes.
Forgotten Maryland cocktails: A history of drinking in the free state
The last cookbook on this list is probably the best Maryland gift for people who love (guess what?) cocktails! It includes all the Maryland favorite cocktails from the past.
#12 Maryland-themed tumbler
I am a big fan of travel mugs and tumblers because they greatly reduce the number of plastic cups used. So if the recipient cares about the environment and loves to get takeaway coffee, check out the 300+ options on Zazzle!
#13 University of Maryland gifts
Are you looking for unique gift ideas for people who went to the University of Maryland or for current students?
Then head over to Amazon and check out the complete collection of merchandise. One example of a cool gift is this scarf in the colors of the uni flag.
#14 Travel guides
Maryland and Delaware off the beaten path
The Off The Beaten Path series are great travel guides for both locals and visitors. For visitors, it’s a great way to discover the real Maryland and for locals, it’s a fun guide that takes them to places they didn’t even know existed in their state.
Maryland bucket list adventure guide
This is another cool Maryland gift that will work for both tourists and locals; the bucket list adventure guide. Just like the Off The Beaten Path series, it includes 100 unique experiences in Maryland.
Birds of Maryland and Delaware field guide
Are you looking for Maryland-themed gifts for birdies? Then this book is an awesome gift idea. They don’t have to travel far to learn more about their favorite animal, they can simply spot birds in their backyard with this book.
#15 Maryland-themed shirts
Maryland is famous for quite a few things, but the two food-related things that will probably come to mind first are crabs and Old Bay Seasoning. So this shirt with the crab in the color of the Maryland flag, holding a tin of Old Bay seasoning couldn’t get any more Maryland.
This is why this shirt is one of my favorite Maryland-themed gifts for people who are proud of their home state or for visitors who fell in love with the Old Line State.
Though, you can also check out Etsy for more Maryland-themed shirts.
#16 Old Bay Seasoning
As I just explained, one of the most iconic things from Maryland is the Old Bay seasoning. So whether the recipient loves to cook or not, a tin of traditional Old Bay seasoning is always a good gift idea. So they can add a little flavor of home to every meal.
Oh and in case you are not familiar with Old Bay seasoning, it’s a mix of 18 spices and herbs including celery salt, pepper, and paprika. You can use Old Bay seasoning for just about any dish, from popcorn to pizza, and seafood.
#17 Maryland-themed passport cover
This is one of the best Maryland-themed gifts for frequent travelers; a passport cover in a Maryland theme.
For people who love Baltimore, this passport holder with a postcard from Baltimore is a cool gift option. But for people from different cities, head over to Zazzle.
#18 Keychain
Do you need small Maryland-themed gifts for someone who is away from home a lot?
Then a keychain to remind them of their home state is a fun gift idea.
I love this beautiful map-shaped keychain on Etsy, but check out their complete Maryland keychain list if you prefer a different design.
#19 Books about Maryland
Maryland: A History
Does the recipient love history? Then you just found the perfect gift; a history book about their favorite state! The book will teach them everything there is to know about how Maryland was built. It doesn’t cover history before the settlers of 1634 though.
Baltimore Blues by Laura Lippman
For people who love to read a bit lighter material, Baltimore Blues by Laura Lippman is a great alternative gift. It’s a thriller that’s set in present-day Baltimore, where a reporter tries to solve a murder.
Chesapeake Bay Saga by Nora Roberts
Of course, I couldn’t write this list of Maryland gifts without including books from one of the most famous novelists from the state; Nora Roberts. Quite a few of her books are set in her home state, but the Chesapeake Bay saga is (in my opinion) the best for Maryland lovers. It’s about four brothers from the Chesapeake Bay.
#20 Beer glass with print
Are you looking for Maryland-themed gifts for someone who loves beer?
Then obviously a local Maryland-brewed beer is the best gift option. However, if you are looking for a gift that’s non-alcoholic, this cool beer glass with the flag of Maryland is an even better option!
Maryland gifts for small budgets
#21 Maryland-themed luggage tag
Are you looking for Maryland-themed gifts for people who travel a lot?
Then one of the 200+ luggage tags on Zazzle is a great gift idea for you!
Or you can go for the tag I selected because it’s probably one of the most iconic Maryland tags anyway. What could be more Maryland than a crab holding the state’s national flower (Black-eyed Susan)?
#22 Bamboo cutting board
This is another cool Maryland gift idea for people who love to cook; a cutting board with the Maryland map. It’s a beautifully animated map with all the major cities and highlights such as Baltimore, the national battlefield, and a lot more.
#23 Maryland candle
This is one of the best made in Maryland gifts for locals who feel homesick; a candle that smells like Maryland!
It’s one of my favorite gifts from Maryland for long-distance lovers or long-distance friendships. It’s also a cute gift for your child who moved out of state for college or work.
#24 Tote bag
With more than 600 different Maryland-themed tote bags on Zazzle, I am sure you can find one that the recipient will love.
And if you don’t feel like browsing through all options, this tote bag with the crab in the color of the flag is a safe option. I mean, which Maryland lover doesn’t love their iconic crab?
#25 Posters
This vintage travel poster of the Old Line State is a cool housewarming gift for a small budget. Though if you prefer a different design, check out Etsy.
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Final note on these gifts from Maryland
If you still haven’t made up your mind about the best gift for a Maryland fan, check out the editor’s top three.
- Large budget: Wooden map of Maryland (#3)
- Mid budget: Old Bay seasoning (#16)
- Small budget: Bamboo cutting board (#22)
