Welcome to Charm City!
Vibrantly diverse and infinitely explorable, Baltimore effortlessly combines the East Coast cool of a big city with the friendly vibes of a tight-knit town. An hour outside of Washington, D.C., two hours from Philadelphia and just over three from New York City, this Maryland gem can serve as an exciting city to visit.
Explore the Waterfront
The heart of the city is Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, where immersive museums tell stories of the USA’s past and historic ships invite you to climb their towering decks. You’ll find plenty of attractions here as well, like the National Aquarium, the world-famous home of over 20,000 sea-dwelling creatures from blacktip reef sharks to moon jellyfish and green moray eels. Get hands-on with experiments and exhibits at the Maryland Science Center and the Port Discovery Children’s Museum – perfect for the young and young at heart. Navigate the harbor via kayak or rent a whimsical paddle boat shaped like Chessie, Baltimore’s native cryptid who supposedly dwells at the bottom of the Chesapeake Bay. Hop aboard the Baltimore Water Taxi for a convenient – and fun – transportation option to many major city attractions.
Savor Creative Cuisine in Eclectic Settings
Discover a food scene that combines old-world charm with modern innovation. Grab a giant crab cake at Lexington Market, the oldest public market in the USA that hosts dozens of restaurants and food vendors. Savor traditional Polish fare and a variety of treats in the 230-year-old Broadway Market, or grab a meal at Cross Street Market before catching a Baltimore Orioles baseball game at nearby Camden Yards.