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Baltimore, Maryland

· Baltimore, MD

Why you should go…

Baltimore's Inner Harbor anchors a city of distinct rowhouse neighborhoods, from Fell's Point to Hampden. Visitors come for the harbor's museums and waterfront, the city's seafood, and an arts and music scene with centuries of history behind it.

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General sightseeing guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • The forecast is part of the ticket

    Haze, low cloud, and rain flatten a view. Clear-day visits are worth rearranging your plans for.

  • Golden hour sells out first

    Sunset slots at observation decks and cruises are the first to go, so book those further ahead.

  • Dress a layer warmer

    It is always breezier up high and out on the water than it feels at street level.

  • Timed entry is common

    Plenty of landmarks release tickets in windows rather than at the door, so check before you walk over.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Baltimore, Maryland, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Museums
    Free

    The Walters Art Museum

    Free

    Wander free galleries of art spanning Egyptian mummies, medieval ivories, armor and Old Master paintings in Mount Vernon.

    0.5 mi awaySwitch it up: Museums

  • Attractions
    Iconic

    National Aquarium

    $25–$50

    See sharks, dolphins, jellies and a tropical rain forest at a large aquarium on Baltimore's Inner Harbor.

    0.5 mi awaySwitch it up: Attractions

  • Sightseeing
    Iconic

    Inner Harbor

    Free

    Stroll a waterfront promenade lined with museums, historic ships, seafood restaurants and boat tours in downtown Baltimore.

    0.5 mi awayMore like this

  • Eat & Drink
    Foodie Favorite

    Lexington Market

    Free

    Graze among dozens of local food merchants selling seafood, baked goods, deli fare and produce in Baltimore's historic public market.

    0.6 mi awaySwitch it up: Eat & Drink

  • Sightseeing
    History Buff

    Fells Point

    Free

    Walk Belgian block streets past historic rowhouses, pubs, shops and the waterfront of Baltimore's old shipbuilding port.

    1.1 mi awayMore like this

  • Sightseeing
    Iconic

    Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine

    Under $25

    Walk the ramparts of the pentagon-shaped fort whose 1814 defense inspired the words of the national anthem.

    2.5 mi awayMore like this