Downtown Baltimore Travel Guide

Baltimore

Downtown Baltimore
Downtown Baltimore
Port Discovery
Oriole Park at Camden Yards
Downtown Baltimore
Business and financial trading blend with historical architecture, baseball, live music, museums and theaters in the energetic city center of Baltimore.

Downtown Baltimore has superb dining, entertainment and sporting attractions. Explore the focal point of one of Maryland’s most happening cities to discover its renowned theater district and concert venues. Attend a ballgame in Downtown Baltimore and embark on a culinary adventure.

At the heart of the district is the neoclassical Baltimore Basilica, the first Catholic cathedral built in the United States. Walk from here to the historic Mount Vernon quarter. Magnificent panoramas await at the summit of Baltimore’s Washington Monument.

Art enthusiasts delight in a collection spanning more then 7,000 years at the Walters Art Museum. Attend a jazz concert at the Eubie Blake Cultural Center. The George Peabody Library holds over 300,000 books in a striking Baroque, Rococo and Greco-Roman structure. Stroll between brewpubs, cocktail bars and speakeasies and sample flavors from Afghan to Ethiopian at Mount Vernon’s restaurants.

Cheer on the Baltimore Orioles baseball team at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Enhance your enjoyment by sampling the stadium’s signature crab mac and cheese hot dog. Nearby, the Babe Ruth Birthplace and Museum tells the story of one of the world’s most celebrated baseball stars.

See Edgar Allan Poe’s Grave in the Westside neighborhood. Browse exhibitions by in-house artists at Bromo Seltzer Arts Tower. Savor Chesapeake Bay crab cakes, fried chicken and waffles and global street food at Lexington Market. The Hippodrome Theatre hosts year-round performances of hit Broadway musicals.

The Chesapeake Shakespeare Company presents more performing arts events in the form of classic plays and Shakespeare productions. Bruce Springsteen and the Grateful Dead are among the legendary music acts that have played the Royal Farms Arena. Uncover a wonderland of hands-on activities at the Port Discovery Children’s Museum.

Buses, light rail and the metro reach all parts of Downtown Baltimore. Extend your city tour to the Inner Harbor. Find major city attractions such as the Maryland Science Center, National Aquarium and Top of the World Observation Level.


Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in Downtown Baltimore

Lord Baltimore Hotel
Lord Baltimore Hotel
3.5 out of 5
20 W Baltimore St, Baltimore, MD
The price is ฿3,879 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
฿3,879
฿4,557 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star historic hotel in Baltimore. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,899 reviews)
"It was great!"

Reviewed on 18 Apr 2025

Lord Baltimore Hotel
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Baltimore Downtown Convention Center Area
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Baltimore Downtown Convention Center Area
2.5 out of 5
100 North Eutaw Street, Baltimore, MD
The price is ฿3,441 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
฿3,441
฿4,043 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Baltimore. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (535 reviews)
Great stay and experience
"Check in was super easy. Close to Camden Yards to walk to the game. Room was super clean, modern, and spacious. Continental breakfast was a nice added bonus, as was the hotel bar. Would definitely recommend again. Recommend parking in the garage across the street ($16 for overnight)"

Reviewed on 17 Apr 2025

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Baltimore Downtown Convention Center Area
Sonesta Hotel Baltimore Inner Harbor
Sonesta Hotel Baltimore Inner Harbor
2.5 out of 5
1 East Redwood Street, 15 South Charles Street, Baltimore, MD
The price is ฿3,708 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
฿3,708
฿4,357 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Baltimore. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (493 reviews)
"Clean, quiet, off site parking convenient"

Reviewed on 17 Apr 2025

Sonesta Hotel Baltimore Inner Harbor
Residence Inn by Marriott Baltimore Inner Harbor
Residence Inn by Marriott Baltimore Inner Harbor
3 out of 5
17 Light St, Baltimore, MD
The price is ฿3,578 per night from 4 May to 5 May
฿3,578
฿4,204 total
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Baltimore. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Great convenient location. We didn't have a car but we're able to easily get there from the train station and back. Could walk to whatever we needed to. Breakfast was good, but a lot of people in line for the waffles and they were clogging up the area to get to the other food."

Reviewed on 15 Apr 2025

Residence Inn by Marriott Baltimore Inner Harbor
Hampton Inn & Suites Baltimore Inner Harbor
Hampton Inn & Suites Baltimore Inner Harbor
2.5 out of 5
131 E Redwood St, Baltimore, MD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,125 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
฿4,125
฿4,847 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Baltimore. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Very clean and very convenient — walking distance to the aquarium, the waterfront, and lots of restaurants!"

Reviewed on 19 Apr 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Baltimore Inner Harbor
Staybridge Suites Baltimore - Inner Harbor by IHG
Staybridge Suites Baltimore - Inner Harbor by IHG
3 out of 5
17 Commerce Street, Baltimore, MD
The price is ฿3,879 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
฿3,879
฿4,557 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Baltimore. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,014 reviews)
"Property was clean and well maintained. Staff was very friendly. Parking attendants were very nice. Definitely would stay here. Only wish they had a restaurant on site. But other restaurants were nearby."

Reviewed on 20 Apr 2025

Staybridge Suites Baltimore - Inner Harbor by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Baltimore

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Downtown West

While you're in Downtown West, take in top sights like Charm'tastic Mile and jump on the metro at Convention Center Station to see more of the city.

Downtown West
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Inner Harbor

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Inner Harbor. Make a stop by National Aquarium in Baltimore or Baltimore Inner Harbor Marina while you're exploring the area.

Inner Harbor
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Mount Vernon

The abundant dining options and waterfront views are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Washington Monument or George Peabody Library while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Centre Street Station to get around town.

Mount Vernon
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Otterbein

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Otterbein and surrounding area, you can visit Oriole Park at Camden Yards and Baltimore Inner Harbor Marina.

Otterbein
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Little Italy

Waterfront views, restaurants and shopping are some highlights of Little Italy. You might stop by National Aquarium in Baltimore or Baltimore Inner Harbor Marina while you're in the area.

Little Italy
American Visionary Art Museum showing a city and art

Federal Hill

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Federal Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Baltimore Inner Harbor Marina or Maryland Science Center.

Federal Hill

Downtown Baltimore Travel Guide