Top Attractions in Baltimore

Baltimore Essentials

Baltimore's core attractions span centuries of American history and innovation. Explore the maritime legacy of the Inner Harbor, home to the historic USS Constellation and the National Aquarium's diverse marine life. Significant landmarks include Fort McHenry, where the national anthem was penned, and the literary legacy of Edgar Allan Poe's final resting place. The city’s cultural landscape is anchored by the George Peabody Library’s architectural grandeur, the extensive collections at the Walters Art Museum, and panoramic views from Federal Hill Park and the World Trade Center's observation deck.

Baltimore Essentials — Map

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Inner Harbor

The Inner Harbor is a historic seaport, tourist attraction, and landmark in Baltimore, Maryland.

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Fort McHenry

Fort McHenry is a historical American coastal pentagonal bastion fort on Locust Point, now a neighborhood of Baltimore, Maryland.

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The George Peabody Library

The George Peabody Library is a library connected to the Johns Hopkins University, focused on research into the 19th century.

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National Aquarium, Baltimore

Opened in 1981, this great aquarium is located in two buildings and is home to more than 750 species.

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USS Constellation

USS Constellation is a sloop-of-war, the last sail-only warship designed and built by the United States Navy.

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American Visionary Art Museum

The American Visionary Art Museum is an art museum located in Baltimore, Maryland's Federal Hill neighborhood at 800 Key Highway.

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Fell's Point

Fell's Point is a historic waterfront neighborhood in southeastern Baltimore, Maryland, established around 1763 along the north shore of…

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Washington Monument

The monument is dedicated to George Washington, the first President of the United States.

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Edgar Allan Poe's Grave Site and Memorial

The death of Edgar Allan Poe on October 7, 1849, has remained mysterious in regard to both the cause of death and the circumstances leading…

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Lexington Market

Lexington Market is a historic market in Downtown Baltimore, Maryland.

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The Walters Art Museum

Walters Art Museum is a public art museum located in the Mount Vernon section of Baltimore, Maryland.

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Baltimore Museum of Art

The Baltimore Museum of Art in Baltimore, Maryland, United States, is an art museum that was founded in 1914.

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Top of the World Observation Level

The Baltimore World Trade Center is a skyscraper located on the Inner Harbor of Baltimore, Maryland.

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Federal Hill Park

Federal Hill Park is a 10.3 acres park located in Baltimore, Maryland on the south shore of the Inner Harbor.

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