Travelers
looking for a smaller city that has lots of unique and
interesting attractions should not miss Baltimore. This city has
it all: great local cuisine, a beautiful waterfront, and lots of
great sites for the whole family to visit. From crab cakes to
the Edgar Allen Poe House to the new Camden Yards and Fort
McHenry of "Star Spangled Banner" fame, Baltimore has
both history and fun for all.
The new waterfront and Camden Yards are part of one scenic
stretch of downtown Baltimore that has become the center of city
life in recent years. Camden Yards is the home of the major
league Baltimore Orioles, and the surrounding streets are lined
with small cafes, microbreweries, and stores.
Following the street to the water, visitors can enjoy the new
Baltimore waterfront. The biggest attraction at the waterfront
is the National Aquarium, a world-renowned aquarium packed with
fish and animals from Maryland coast and the Atlantic Ocean.
Look out for some great big crab legs!! If you want to sample
some of Maryland's famous seafood cuisine, try the open-air mall
that sits on the waterfront. It is filled with arcades, shops
and restaurants catering to all tastes. This area is the gateway
to the Inner Harbor, featuring boat rides and tours of the
surrounding waterways.
Baltimore's culture scene mixes traditional museums with
interesting historical diversions.The Baltimore Museum of Art
featuring a very large and impressive collection of art from all
periods and places. The Maryland Science Center with exhibits,
demonstrations, an IMAX theatre and a planetarium. Finally, the
Walters Art Gallery features an impressive collection of French
Impressionist art as well as large holdings of ancient Greek and
Roman works.
But history also abounds in Baltimore. Fort McHenry is
nearby, and it is the location of the fight that prompted
Francis Scott Key to write the "Star Spangled Banner."
The USS Constellation, the last surviving ship from the Civil
War, and the USS Forrestal, America's first super carrier, can
also be seen.
Old Baltimore can be found in the neat tree lined streets and
neighborhoods dominated by simple row houses. The Edgar Allen
Poe House celebrates the life and achievements of one of
America's most original writers who invented the detective story
and penned the eerie tale of "The Raven." Babe Ruth's
birthplace is now home to a museum dedicated to his life and
career as one of America's greatest athletes.
Visitors to Baltimore find that a great deal to keep them
busy, from the waterfront to Camden Yards. People come to
Baltimore to enjoy art, culture, and more than just a little
history. Tourists can sample crab cakes, tour the Inner Harbor,
and take in a ball game in one of America's most beautiful
stadiums all within downtown Baltimore.
