Downtown Baltimore Travel Guide

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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.


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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 ฿3,034 per night from 5 Dec to 6 Dec
฿3,034
฿3,564 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Stay at this historic hotel in Baltimore. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,593 reviews)
"Quick to check in, and quicker to check out. Friendly staff and good location."

Reviewed on 15 Nov 2024

Lord Baltimore Hotel
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 ฿3,915 per night from 28 Nov to 29 Nov
฿3,915
฿4,600 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Baltimore. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (142 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay."

Reviewed on 18 Nov 2024

Sonesta Hotel Baltimore Inner Harbor
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Baltimore Inner Harbor, an IHG Hotel
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Baltimore Inner Harbor, an IHG Hotel
4.5 out of 5
2 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD
The price is ฿4,122 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
฿4,122
฿4,844 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Baltimore. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"The bar was so nice and the food was delicious"

Reviewed on 18 Nov 2024

Kimpton Hotel Monaco Baltimore Inner Harbor, an IHG Hotel
Staybridge Suites Baltimore - Inner Harbor, an IHG Hotel
Staybridge Suites Baltimore - Inner Harbor, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
17 Commerce Street, Baltimore, MD
The price is ฿3,422 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
฿3,422
฿4,020 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Unique building"

Reviewed on 18 Nov 2024

Staybridge Suites Baltimore - Inner Harbor, an IHG Hotel
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 ฿4,122 per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
฿4,122
฿4,844 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Like the size of room and tv. Cooked a nice meal in the kitchen. Very clean"

Reviewed on 20 Nov 2024

Residence Inn by Marriott Baltimore Inner Harbor
Comfort Inn & Suites Baltimore Inner Harbor
Comfort Inn & Suites Baltimore Inner Harbor
3 out of 5
120 E Lombard St, Baltimore, MD
The price is ฿2,965 per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
฿2,965
฿3,484 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Baltimore. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
5/10 (1,084 reviews)
"Very good place to stay and super clean"

Reviewed on 18 Nov 2024

Comfort Inn & Suites Baltimore Inner Harbor
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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 Baltimore Inner Harbor Marina or Harborplace 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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Little Italy

Waterfront views, restaurants and shopping are some highlights of Little Italy. You might stop by Baltimore Inner Harbor Marina or Baltimore Cruise Terminal 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
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Harbor East

4/5(1 area review)

Harbor East is known for its captivating waterfront views, and with sights like Harbor East Marina and National Katyn Memorial, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Baltimore.

Harbor East

Downtown Baltimore Travel Guide