About Baltimore

Rich history, attractive architecture, and lively streets are some of the hallmarks of Maryland’s largest city, Baltimore. It is also recognized as the largest independent city in the country. It is home to more public monuments than any other city in the country. The city consists of 289 properties that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places, which is more than any other city in the US With more than hundreds of identified districts, Baltimore has been dubbed “a city of neighborhoods.”

Sights

The affluent city of Maryland offers so many historic sightseeing opportunities and tours that you’ll be flooded with options. Some of the city’s major historic sites include Fort McHenry National Monument, Fell’s Point, The Walters Art Museum, American Visionary Art Museum, Baltimore Museum of Art, Historic Ships in Baltimore, Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Museum, Federal Hill Park, Baltimore Museum of Industry, Geppi Entertainment Museum, Mount Vernon Cultural District, and Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Baltimore.

Baseball fans can enjoy a game of high-octane professional baseball at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Marine romantics will find much to delight in at the National Aquarium. For players, Horseshoe Casino is an ideal place. Science devotees can discover the Maryland Science Center. Bookworms will find a lot to explore with the Peabody Library. Wildlife lovers will have a great time discovering the Maryland Zoo. For kids, the Port Discovery Children’s Museum is a must-see.

Some of the other featured attractions include Inner Harbor, Baltimore Water Taxi, Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Johns Hopkins University, World’s Top Viewing Level, M&T Bank Stadium, Little Italy, Joseph Meyerhoff Hall Symphony, Baltimore Visitor Center, Edgar Allan Poe’s Grave Site and Memorial, and Hampden.

Di Pasquale’s Italian Marketplace & Deli, Charleston Restaurant, The Capital Grille, Thames Street Oyster House, and Dalesio’s Restaurant are the perfect places in town to savor some of the most delicious meals.

Best time to visit

The best time to visit Baltimore is considered June through August, with a number of unique festivities and events taking place with all the spirits. But at the same time, you will also have to deal with high hotel rates that are now at their peak due to the large influx of people.

Main airport

The Baltimore / Washington Thurgood Marshall International Airport, commonly known as BWI or BWI Marshall, is the main commercial airport among the three airports that serve the city. Police services are also provided at the airport by the Maryland Transportation Authority Police.