65 Things To Do In Baltimore

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1. Inner Harbor

1 km from city center

Nature

Quality museums, historical ships, cozy restaurants, kids-friendly spots, water taxis and picturesque water landscapes- The Inner Harbor has it all.

Tours starting from
₹2,306

5 km from city center

Zoo

Nestled in Druid Hill Park, Maryland Zoo is the only zoo in Baltimore and is the third oldest zoo in the country. The zoo is sprawled over 135 acres and is a haven for more than 1,500 wild animals and 200 distinct species of birds. Divided into five main areas, the zoo offers a wildlife landscape in its Schaefer Plaza, Maryland Wilderness, African Journey, Polar Bear Watch, and Zoo Central.

2 km from city center

Casino

Only casino in Baltimore, Horseshoe Casino is located on the Russell Street of the city and is the second largest casino in Maryland. The casino accommodates two floors with 122,000 square foot gaming arcade and a marketplace featuring food outlets, bars and lounges. The popular casino also equips multimillion facilities like table games, video lottery terminals and a grand Poker room. 2,200 slots (Read More), 150 poker machines and various game tables inside the captivating environment of the Horseshoe Casino in Baltimore enhance the fun of poker.

93 km from city center

Casino

Dover Downs Casino & Hotels is a multi-complex housing a hotel, casino and a racing track situated in the Delaware city, 105 miles away from Baltimore. The arena offers a smoke free gaming space with safe and friendly atmosphere. Apart from its exceptional dining options, Dover Downs has 2,300 slot machines, 18- table poker room and 41 gaming tables. The games organised by the casino includes tabl (Read More)e games like craps and roulette along with card games like Mississippi stud, Spanish 21, three card poker, pal gow poker, blackjack, heads up poker etc.

5. Ocean Downs

Casino

Ocean Downs Casino in Berlin, Maryland is a small casino near Baltimore which features ample slots, dining options and live horse racing simulcasts. In 70,000 square feet, the casino is currently equipped with over 600 slot machines and poker tables. It offers a fun and entertainment experience in smoke free arena and table gaming area where one can play craps, roulette, blackjack etc. Apart from (Read More)fantastic gaming facilities, Ocean Downs also has plenty of food options and free cocktails worth trying.

93 km from city center

Casino

Exciting casino located south of Wilmington, Delaware Park is multi facet gaming arena which houses 2,000 slot machines sprawled over two storey building. Popular for its table games, Delaware Casino can be visited for enjoying thoroughbred racing, sports betting, public golf championship, simulcast wagering etc. With utmost diversified poker arena and table game slots, Delaware park organises Bla (Read More)ckjack, Craps, Roulette, Lucky Ladies, Hot roller craps, Cajun stud Progressive among many others.

18 km from city center

Casino

Live! Casino and Hotel, located on the Baltimore – Washington Corridor, is one of the most popular casino and nearest casino to Baltimore which features dynamic gaming, dining and entertainment slots under a single roof. Spin jackpot game, 4,000 slot machines, 24/7 poker amenities and electronic table games amidst stylish decor amplifies the casino fun. Not only gaming, the R bar inside the casino (Read More) premises offering food and entertainment immersed in perfect video and light makes it worth visiting. Since Live! Casino and Hotel hosts various poker and gaming events every week, it is better to keep an eye on the same before scheduling a visit.

57 km from city center

Casino

Nestled in Perryville, Hollywood Casino is a stylish and renowned casino near Baltimore opened in 2010. Very popular in the list of Casino near Baltimore, it houses a massive gaming floor sprawled over 75,000 square feet and 1,500 slot machines. Gaming enthusiasts can try their hands on table games, card games and even poker in a vibrant ambience. Apart from 10 table poker room and spots for craps (Read More), roulette among others, it is an excellent place to enjoy a glass of champagne playing your gambling games.

Museum

Situated in a 40-acre land that was once home to the original Mount Clare Shop, B & O Railroad Museum is a prestigious landmark and the country’s oldest manufacturing complex. It is renowned for being the birthplace of railroading in the United States.

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A museum filled with a rich history, Historic Ships in Baltimore is located near the Inner Harbor of Baltimore, Maryland. It was created because of the merge of the Baltimore Maritime Museum and USS Constellation Museum. The museum is home to several ships that played a significant part in US history, such as US Submarine Torsk, and Chesapeake (LV-116), Seven Foot Knoll Light, to name a few.

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Located in the neighborhood of Federal Hill in Baltimore, Maryland, American Visionary Art Museum is renowned for being the official museum for self-taught art in the country. The museum displays and preserves art that are made by outsiders.

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Nestled in the center of Downtown Baltimore, Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African-American History & Culture is the best place to experience and soak in all the information about the African-American Marylanders.

Tours starting from
₹1,196

13. Frederick Douglass-Isaac Myers Maritime Park

Museum

Frederick Douglass-Isaac Myers Maritime Park is a shipyard-turned-heritage park situated in the historic landmark called Fells Point in Baltimore, Maryland. This attraction is a fine example of what industrial elegance is all about.

Museum

Situated in a 5-acre waterfront campus, in an oyster cannery from the 1860s, the Baltimore Museum of Industry showcases different kinds of exhibits from the manufacturing and industry sectors. The museum houses several artifacts, along with functioning working equipment.

Aquarium

Considered as one of the top three aquariums in the country, the National Aquarium or Baltimore Aquarium is situated in the Inner Harbor of Baltimore, Maryland. This location is home to thousands of aquatic species, as well as a diverse collection of animals and plants.

Museum

The Walters Museum is situated in Baltimore’s Mount Vernon-Belvedere and is housed across three notable buildings, where one of them is a historic residence. The museum features a vast collection of antiques from Asia and several art pieces from around the world.

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One of the oldest cultural museums in Maryland, the Maryland Historical Society, has a collection of Maryland’s history since 1844. The museum is home to over seven million historic artifacts that date back to pre-Colonial times.

Planetarium

Established in 1797, Maryland Science Center is an educational venue that is perfect for a family-friendly exploration. This three-level destination features exhibits from the natural world, paleontology, the largest creatures from history, and the human body, among others.

Museum

Situated at 203 North Amity Street in Baltimore, Maryland, Edgar Allan Poe House & Museum is a natural historic landmark. Edgar Allan Poe is a notable American writer that lived in this house in the 1830s.

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National Museum of Dentistry in Baltimore, Maryland is located on the campus of the University of Maryland, which is known as the first dental school in the world. It opened in 1996 and displays the history of dentistry, both in the country and around the world.

Museum

Located in Baltimore, Maryland, the Jewish Museum of Maryland is set within the original settlement of the Jewish population during the Great Northward Migration, otherwise, known as the Black Migration that occurred between 1916 and 1970.

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Nestled in Sparks, Maryland, the National Lacrosse Hall of Fame and Museum was once located on the campus of Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore. In 2016, the hall of fame moved to its present location.

Beach

One of the top beaches in the USA, Assateague Island National Seashore is a magnificent shoreline along the Virginia – Maryland border. The beach was developed in 1965 for protecting the wildlife and nature’s beauty along the 41,000 acres shore. Ample amenities and activities like camping, biking, fishing, surfing, kayaking, among others enhance the frolic for adventure lovers. To enjoy a relaxing (Read More) spree, the beach is a great spot for swimming, sunbathing and picnic. Wildlife photography can also be done on the shoreline with ponies, horses, crabs and other pretty wildlife species roaming on the Assateague Island National Seashore.

67 km from city center

Beach

Chesapeake Beach is located towards the southern point of the state and attracts a large number of visitors for a large number of attractions around the area. Bayfront Park, a secluded beach on the Chesapeake beach is the major attraction followed by Chesapeake Beach Railway Trail, Marinas, Public Ramps, Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum, Veteran's Memorial Park, Chesapeake Beach Municipal Water Par (Read More)k etc. Apart from some adventurous sports and activities including boating, fishing, crabbing, jet skiing, visitors can also rent rooms and a pavilion on the beach side for a pretty scenic stay around the area.

Tours starting from
₹8,113

47 km from city center

Beach

Betterton Beach is a small yet vibrant beach covering around 5 acres of landscape land and Victorian setting. There are two public beaches in this area with white sand, 300 feet swimming and 700 feet shoreline frontage. Ideal for picnics and relaxing beach weekend, the entire Betterton beach is beautified by large trees and picnic cabanas. Further, the beach eases the vacation with its extraordina (Read More)ry amenities like a public pavilion, boardwalk, benches, fishing jetty, public pier, etc.

36 km from city center

Beach

Along the Chesapeake Bay for 2 miles lies Sandy Point Beach offering a scenic view and popular picnic arena since 1950. The prime attraction on the beach is a magnificent Sand Point Lighthouse and Chesapeake Bay bridge. Sandy Point Beach is perfect for a family day out as it is situated along the calm water shore away from the city hustle. Swimming, boating, crabbing, fishing and sunbathing are we (Read More)ll-liked activities on the beach along with picnicking.

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₹2,050

24 km from city center

Beach

One of the most popular kayak friendly beaches near Baltimore, Hammerman beach is situated northeast of the city covering around half a mile. Hammerman beach is a swimming beach featuring food stalls, playgrounds, pavilions, concession stands etc. Scenic forest and a splendid sunset view are treats to the eyes while kayaking and boating in the Gunpowder River. Rental picnic arena and pavilions are (Read More) available on the short hiking trails of Hammerman beach making it an ideal holiday beach.

24 km from city center

Beach

Baltimore Beach is the only beach within the city limits and hence is extremely popular for beach sports. Baltimore beach is well known for hosting various volleyball leagues including the East Coast’s largest beach volleyball league on the Inner Harbour of the city. Not only for sports fanatics, but Baltimore beach is also ideal for relaxing sunbathing on the sand munching the seafood from the fo (Read More)od trucks housed on the beach.

18 km from city center

Beach

Situated on 375 acres along 300 feet shoreline on the Chesapeake Bay, Rocky Point Beach and Park is one of the most treasured beaches around Baltimore. The beach is admired for its breathtaking seascape of Craighill Light and Hart Miller Island along with the awe inspiring wildlife. Various fun activities like boating, camping, swimming, fishing can be enjoyed on the sea shore as the beach is equi (Read More)pped with a fishing pier, boat ramps, playgrounds, sailing centres etc. Sports enthusiast can play volleyball or netball along the sandy beach as there are various courts as well.

Tours starting from
₹2,050

23 km from city center

Swimming

Contemplated as the best swimming hole around Baltimore since 1995, Oregon Ridge Beach is a hidden gem near Baltimore which houses a spring fed water quarry and white sand on the shoreline. With a shallow and deep swim area on the beach, it is a public swimming area ideal for all ages. Oregon Ridge Beach is also available on a rental basis and features some extraordinary amenities like concession (Read More)stands, playgrounds, volleyball courts, pavilions, horseshoe pits and picnic tables. Pets and alcohol are not allowed on the beach side.

21 km from city center

Beach

Sprawled over 400 feet beach area Miami Beach Park is an astonishing shore located in the Middle river city. The beach is packed with entertainment and fun activities as it houses grills, pavilions and bathhouses. Natural landscapes and playgrounds for kids make it a family friendly beach where rental pavilions are available for a picnic at nominal rates. Also, Miami Beach park allows fishing and (Read More)swimming, hence an ideal spot to dive into the beach surroundings.

19 km from city center

Beach

Breezy Point Beach is a stunning beach on the shorefront of the Chesapeake Bay covering a shoreline of around half a mile. The beachfront is equipped with a public swimming area and fishing pier appropriate for all ages. The large area around the beach is dedicated to sand sports and sunbathing along with a picnicking site. Breezy point beach also offers rental shelters for a day picnic where one (Read More)can find barbeque grills, seasonal tent, RV campsites, bathhouse and pop up area.

Tours starting from
₹2,050

43 km from city center

Beach

Nestled on Kent Island alongside the Chesapeake Bay in Maryland, Matapeake Park and Beach is a sunny beach with walking trails covering the major historic attractions of the shoreline. The public swimming beach, family picnic area, amphitheatre, ferry house and fishing pier enhances the fun at the beach. The prime attraction of the Matapeake beach is its Dog beach where pets can also splurge the b (Read More)each water and play on the winding trails.

65 km from city center

Beach

Often considered as “Jewel of the Chesapeake Bay”, North Beach is a beautiful and low key beach ideal for a day trip with family and friends. North Beach offers pretty boardwalks along the shoreline other than some historical attractions like Bayside History Museum. Apart from a beautiful boardwalk, there are ample parks like Sunrise Garden, Callis Park, wetlands Overlook Park etc. around the beac (Read More)h for nature fanatics. Visitors can also enjoy fishing, sunbathing and the boat ride on the beach area which is open round the year. Some special events like summer movies and Polar plunge swim at North Beach are worth attending.

0 km from city center

Garden & Park

Federal Hill Park is an iconic park in Baltimore. Spread over 10.3 acres, this whopping designed landscape is of great historic significance. Located on the Southern Shore, this park is popular for its hill top view that oversees the stunning inner harbour. The space has a plush surroundings with ample options for playing and relaxing. Just by chance, if you happen to be in Baltimore on the 4 July (Read More), do visit the hill summit for the splendid spectacle of Independence Day fireworks.

Tours starting from
₹2,558

0 km from city center

Garden & Park

Spanning across 137 acres, Patterson Park is placed to offer the best view to its visitors. Yet another destination that witnessed historical battles, today this park in Baltimore stands as a centre of recreation and relaxation. The landscaping of the park is tastefully done with paved walkways and greenery in the backdrop. Located in the south east Baltimore, the park houses a pagoda on the hillt (Read More)op that was used as an observatory back in the day. This pagoda is open to the public and is a must visit as it offers a bird eye view of the rest of the park.

0 km from city center

Waterfront

Canton Waterfront Park bears testimony of the city’s glorious historic past. This park in Baltimore is renowned for its Korean War Memorial that pays a tribute to 527 Mary Landers. With the magnificent view of Fort McHenry, the park is a perfect location for boat ramps and fishing (non licensed). Covering a sprawling area of 8 acres, Canton Waterfront Park is a perfect place to spend some time out (Read More)doors with friends, family or just by yourself to read or exercise. If you plan to visit this park, look out for its special events like Blue Angels Air Show, Baltimore Seafood Festival and Baltimore Craft Beer Festival.

Tours starting from
₹2,558

0 km from city center

Garden & Park

Flanking on the north west of Baltimore, Druid Hill Park is one of the cleanest parks in Baltimore. Being the oldest landscaped public park in the area, you are likely to find glimpses of the cultural past in the historic structures housed in the arena. With ample space for playing jogging, running and riding, Druid Hill Park is frequented by visitors for the Maryland zoo and sports fields like ba (Read More)seball, basketball courts and tennis courts. It has one of the best golf courses in the area with 18 holes and facilitates hiking through Jones Falls Trail. The Park holds the annual Charm City Cyclocross bicycle race every year in September which is a major cycling event in the east coast of the US. With so much going around, this park is a lively place to be!

Tours starting from
₹2,558

0 km from city center

Garden & Park

Covering approximately 1200 acres, Gwynns Falls Leakin Park is the largest Woodland Park in the east coast city. The idea for this park in Baltimore was conceived with the motive of preserving Gwynns falls and its inhabiting life forms. Today, the Leakin Park supports a diverse topography like valleys, ridge tops, lakes and meadows. Apart from the normal playing and exercising the park is an excel (Read More)lent place to go hiking and traversing biking trails.

0 km from city center

Garden & Park

Carroll Park is located in Pigtown village towards South West Baltimore. This park in Baltimore is the third oldest city park with a sprawling area of 117 acres with basketball courts, baseball fields, skate parks and nine other sports venues. The Park gets its main footfall from the golf course which has nine holes. Every year Carroll Park organises a German first that celebrates craft, art and f (Read More)ood. If you’re in the city during that time, it is something you must not miss.

0 km from city center

Garden & Park

Clifton Park is an estate turned city park in Baltimore. Spread over 266 acres, the park is inspired by English landscaping technique and has lush green lawns and a mansion that add to its appeal. It has one of the most stunning golf courts and tennis courts in the city. The open area offers a mind-boggling skyline view of Baltimore which looks picturesque during the sunset. The Vegan fest held at (Read More) Clifton Park is something that you must attend if you happen to be here.

0 km from city center

Garden & Park

Chinquapin Run Park is a narrow park that meanders alongside the Chinquapin Run rendering it an integral part of the Herring Run. This park in Baltimore has one of the best foliage making it lush with flora and unparalleled tree cover. Owing to its serpentine course, Chinquapin Run Park is perfect for picnics, a brisk walk, jogging and hiking.

0 km from city center

Landmark

Riverside Park is 17 acre huge and is a quiet place to spend some quality time. This park in Baltimore has a little free library, swings and swings where kids enjoy along with a small gazebo. This otherwise quaint park becomes a lively place when there is live music playing and is certainly worth visiting irrespective.

15 km from city center

Golf Course

One of the best-designed courses, as claimed by the architect Lindsay Ervin himself, The Woodlands is a popular golf course in Baltimore. The course is a difficult one, with 18 holes and is more exciting and rewarding as well. The Woodlands shares the clubhouse with another golf course called Diamond Ridge which is a great course too. The golf course boasts a scenic landscape with lush greenery an (Read More)d offers all required services like practice areas, golfing supply shop, lessons, etc.

18 km from city center

Golf Course

Situated by the Chesapeake Bay, beside serene waters and amidst beautiful greenery, this is one of the best golf courses in Baltimore. It was designed by Russel Roberts and boasts its one-of-a-kind scenery as it is one of the only waterfront courses in the city. The golf course is stunning and extremely challenging as the design includes various elevations and features. The 18 holes are situated i (Read More)n the best landscapes, and the course’s difficulty also increases the time required to complete it. However, it is worth witnessing the scenery and enjoying a quiet game in the serene greenery.

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₹2,050

8 km from city center

Golf Course

One of the most popular golf courses especially for various events and tournaments, this is another great 18-hole golf course that is challenging and tough. The course has a series of elevations and turns that make it quite tricky. The golf course is a historically significant place since it has seen some of the most iconic games of famous people such as Arnold Palmer. The serene forests and green (Read More)ery combined with the course’s challenging design make it one of the best golf courses in Baltimore.

14 km from city center

Golf Course

Sharing a clubhouse with The Woodland Golf Course, this is one of the most renowned golf courses in Baltimore adored by locals and tourists alike. The difficulty of the course is quite balanced, which makes the course excellent for all players. The course was designed by Ed Ault and has a unique design where the front 9 holes are very different from the back 9. The front holes are in a relatively (Read More)open setting compared to the back ones amidst thicker forests and trickier paths. There are various facilities available for the players and the area hosts various events too.

19 km from city center

Golf Course

One of the simpler and easier golf courses in Baltimore, Fox Hollow is the perfect location for people who want more practice and have started the game only recently. Though it is easier, all necessary facilities are present for visitors, and it has been named one of the best practice facilities. The course is the perfect spot to polish your skills and offers scenic landscapes on its premises as w (Read More)ell.

38 km from city center

Golf Course

One of the most popular golf courses in Baltimore, the Greystone Golf Course is undoubtedly one of the most picturesque golf courses. It is one of the go-to spots for locals and equally well recommended to visitors. The course has various elevation and features like ponds due to which the difficulty level of this course is on the higher side. But being a challenging course, it is equally enjoyabl (Read More)e and offers beautiful views especially if you visit before sunrise.

4 km from city center

Golf Course

The Carroll Park Golf Course is conveniently located at a short distance from the city center, making commuting relatively easier. It is a 9-hole course which is thus less time-consuming, making it more accessible for people who have a tight schedule during their visit. The difficulty level is medium, and it is playable for most people. It offers all the necessary services to its guests and boasts (Read More) beautiful scenery as well.

Golf Course

A relatively smaller course that initially consisted of 9 holes, this is one of the challenging golf courses in Baltimore. Situated in hilly terrain, the course has plenty of elevations and challenging features that increase the difficulty of the course. Even quite skilled golfers find this course to be a tough one. This golf course is best suited for anyone who is up for a challenge. Even though (Read More) it is smaller in size, the difficulty level makes the playtime longer in the course.

4 km from city center

Golf Course

Holding the title for the first public golf course in Baltimore, Clifton Park is a historic and fun course suitable for all players. The course boasts lush greenery and views and has been the location for many major golf events in the city. The 18-hole course has a medium difficulty level as there are specific elevations, but not as much as some other courses on the list. It is scenic and peaceful (Read More), a great course to try out if you visit the city for its history and the game.

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How can I commute within Baltimore?

Baltimore has a lot of commuting options, the best of them however is by car. You can drive your own car or rent one, and easily navigate the grid-patterned roads. Public transportation is also reliable, with multiple options of buses, Light Rail, Metro Subway, taxis and water-taxis. A free bus service 'Charm City Circulator' is also available, which connects to most of the major attractions in the city free of cost.
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Things To Do In Baltimore

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65 Things To Do In Baltimore

1. Inner Harbor

2. The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore

3. Horseshoe Casino

4. Dover Downs Casino & Hotels

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5. Ocean Downs

6. Wilmington Delaware Park Casino

7. Live! Casino and Hotel

8. Hollywood Casino

9. B & O Railroad Museum

10. Historic Ships in Baltimore

11. American Visionary Art Museum

12. Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African-American History & Culture

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13. Frederick Douglass-Isaac Myers Maritime Park

14. Baltimore Museum of Industry

15. National Aquarium

16. The Walters Art Museum

17. Maryland Historical Society

18. Maryland Science Center

19. Edgar Allan Poe House & Museum

20. National Museum of Dentistry

21. Jewish Museum of Maryland

22. National Lacrosse Hall of Fame and Museum

23. Assateague Island National Seashore

24. Chesapeake Beach

25. Betterton Beach

26. Sandy Point Beach

27. Hammerman Beach

28. Baltimore Beach

29. Rocky Point Beach and Park

30. Oregon Ridge Bridge

31. Miami Beach Park

32. Breezy Point Beach

33. Matapeake Park and Beach

34. North Beach

35. Federal Hill Park

36. Patterson Park

37. Canton Waterfront Park

38. Druid Hill Park

39. Gwynns Falls Leakin Park

40. Carroll Park

41. Clifton Park

42. Chinquapin Run Park

43. Riverside Park

44. The Woodlands Golf Course

45. Rocky Point Golf Course

46. Mount Pleasant Golf Course

47. Diamond Ridge Golf Course

48. Fox Hollow Golf Course

49. Greystone Golf Course

50. Carroll Park Golf Course

51. Forest Park Golf Course

52. Clifton Park Golf Course

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