Things to Do in Baltimore
Below, we’ve selected some of our
residents’ favorite things to do in Baltimore during
their free time. But, there’s so much more to experience
than what’s here! We invite you to go to
LiveBaltimore.com and VisitBaltimore.org to discover all
that Baltimore has to offer. In addition to these
resources, we encourage you to talk with locals to learn
their favorite options for dining, entertainment and
exploration
Attractions
Inner
Harbor
Located in the heart of Baltimore, the Inner Harbor is the
city’s premier destination for waterfront dining, shopping,
live music, and attractions. The harbor’s water taxi makes
it easy to get around.
The National
Aquarium
Award-winning exhibits and more than 20,000 aquatic animals
make this Inner Harbor destination Baltimore's most popular
attraction.
The Maryland Zoo
Home to more than 1,500 animals from 200 species, the zoo is
not only impressive in its range, but it’s also one of the
country’s oldest, dating back to 1876.
The Maryland Science
Center
This engaging, kid-friendly destination in Baltimore’s Inner
Harbor invites you to learn through three floors of
interactive science and exploration.
Port Discovery
Children’s
Museum
Featuring loads of hands-on activities, Port Discovery in
Baltimore’s Inner Harbor is the perfect place for babies,
preschoolers, and children to engage in imaginative learning
and play.
Babe Ruth
Birthplace
Located two blocks from Camden Yards, this National Historic
Site is Babe Ruth’s birthplace and features rare artifacts,
photos, videos and more.
Edgar Allan Poe
House
Tour Poe’s Baltimore home—a National Historic Landmark and
the last place he resided before his death in Baltimore—then
visit his gravesite at nearby Westminster Hall.
Museums
American Visionary
Art Museum
Leave your traditional perceptions of museums at the door.
This landmark dedicated to the work of self-taught
artists—including farmers, mathematicians, prison inmates,
and people with mental illness—challenges the notions of
what it means to be an artist.
The Baltimore
Museum of Art
AThe BMA’s internationally renowned collection of 95,000
objects encompasses more than 1,000 works by Henri Matisse
anchored by the famed Cone Collection of modern art, as well
as one of the nation’s finest holdings of prints, drawings,
and photographs.
The Reginald F. Lewis
Museum
Just two blocks from the Inner Harbor, Maryland’s largest
African American museum celebrates the soul of African
American history and culture through objects and art dating
from 1784 to the present day.
The Walter’s Art
Museum
Dive into history at the Walters, which includes collections
spanning more than seven millennia, featuring ancient Asian
art, textiles and furniture, jewelry, arms and armor, and
19th century European art from masters including Millet,
Rousseau, Monet, and Manet.
More Museums:
Hidden Gems
From the Irish Railroad Workers Museum to the National
Museum of Dentistry, Baltimore is home to many carefully
curated gems that should be on your must-see list. Click the
link above for your guide to the best of them.
Museums
American Visionary
Art Museum
Leave your traditional perceptions of museums at the door.
This landmark dedicated to the work of self-taught
artists—including farmers, mathematicians, prison inmates,
and people with mental illness—challenges the notions of
what it means to be an artist.
The Baltimore
Museum of Art
The BMA’s internationally renowned collection of 95,000
objects encompasses more than 1,000 works by Henri Matisse
anchored by the famed Cone Collection of modern art, as well
as one of the nation’s finest holdings of prints, drawings,
and photographs.
The Reginald F. Lewis
Museum
Just two blocks from the Inner Harbor, Maryland’s largest
African American museum celebrates the soul of African
American history and culture through objects and art dating
from 1784 to the present day.
The Walter’s Art
Museum
Dive into history at the Walters, which includes collections
spanning more than seven millennia, featuring ancient Asian
art, textiles and furniture, jewelry, arms and armor, and
19th century European art from masters including Millet,
Rousseau, Monet, and Manet.
More Museums:
Hidden Gems
From the Irish Railroad Workers Museum to the National
Museum of Dentistry, Baltimore is home to many carefully
curated gems that should be on your must-see list. Click the
link above for your guide to the best of them.
Festivals
AFRAM
One of the largest African American festivals on the East
Coast! Hosted in Baltimore City’s Druid Hill Park, this
two-day event draws people from all walks of life come
together to enjoy national entertainment, local eats, and
much more.
Artscape
Baltimore’s largest and most beloved annual arts festival
attracts an average audience of more than 300,000 people to
Midtown Baltimore and the Station North Arts & Entertainment
District each summer.
Baltimore PRIDE
One of the nation’s oldest Pride celebrations, Baltimore
Pride welcomes more than 30,000 revelers to the streets of
Baltimore’s Station Arts district every June.
Brilliant
Baltimore
Brilliant Baltimore unites two of the city’s marquee events:
the Baltimore Book Festival and Light City, illuminating the
city with literature, ideas, world-class light art
installations, and live performances.
More
Events
From cultural festivals like Latinofest to neighborhood
celebrations like Hampdenfest to city-wide events like the
Baltimore Running Festival and Marathon, there’s always a
reason to celebrate in Baltimore. Click the link above for
the latest listings
Sporting Events
Baltimore
Ravens
Baltimore’s legendary fandom starts here. Cheer on the
two-time Super Bowl champions at M&T Bank Stadium in
downtown Baltimore.
Baltimore Orioles
Relax with a day or night game at Oriole Park at Camden
Yards, consistently ranked one of the most beautiful
ballparks in Major League Baseball.
Baltimore Blast
Head to Towson University’s SECU Arena to see the one of
Major Indoor Soccer League’s all-time greatest teams, the
winner of 10 national titles.
Pimlico Race
Course
Located just steps from Sinai’s campus, Pimlico is
Baltimore's premier destination for horse racing and home of
the Triple Crown’s Preakness Stakes.
Nature & Outdoor Activities
Parks &
Trails
Baltimore is home to nearly 20 public parks and trails,
comprising approximately 6,000 acres of parkland, trails,
and green spaces.
Recreational
Programs
Baltimore City’s Department of Recreation and Parks offers a
fun-filled variety of year round activities, including
organized sports, fitness classes, and outdoor programs in
everything from sailing to skateboarding.
Swimming
Baltimore City offers 28 public swim facilities in the
summer. Many private clubs and gyms also offer pool
memberships, and the state’s many beaches are just a short
drive away.
The Waterfront Promenade
Course
Baltimore’s Waterfront Promenade offers almost eight miles
of walking, biking, and jogging space along Baltimore’s
beautiful harbor—with plenty of great restaurants and
attractions for pit stops along the way.