
Planning to stay closer to home this summer rather than travel out of state? Consider discovering Baltimore attractions like a tourist would. The city is home to many outstanding destinations that you may have never visited or perhaps haven't seen in years. Visiting one or several of them will create a fun, interesting staycation and let you learn more about what Baltimore has to offer.
Our real estate agents recommend visiting the following sites to see Baltimore through a tourist's eyes:
- Oriole Park at Camden Yards – 333 W. Camden St., Baltimore, Md 21201
Oriole Park at Camden Yards – which is usually referred to as Oriole Park or Camden Yards – has been the home of the Baltimore Orioles since 1992. Located in downtown Baltimore, it combines a state-of-the-art design with special touches that evoke famous ballparks of the past. You'll find touches like natural grass turf, steel rather than concrete trusses, and an arched brick façade that give the park a timeless feel. Catch an Orioles game, and before or after the game, visit Eutaw Street, a festive area beside the ballpark that has restaurants, carnival-type entertainment, and the Orioles Hall of Fame Wall.
- National Aquarium – 501 E. Pratt St., Baltimore, MD 21202
The National Aquarium is located on the Inner Harbor, near the heart of downtown Baltimore. It offers countless ways to learn about sea creatures and their habitats, including exhibits of dozens of unique aquatic habitats that contain thousands of animals. To get an even closer look at the animals, book a special encounter such as a dolphin training session, shark catwalk experience, or a virtual tour of the animal care and rescue center.
- B&O Railroad Museum – 901 W. Pratt St., Baltimore, MD 21223
The B&O Railroad Museum has the western hemisphere's oldest and most comprehensive collection of railroad history. It's located in B&O Railroad's former Mount Clare Station and its roundhouse. You'll be able to see a large collection of 19th- and 20th-century railroad equipment, locomotives, rolling stock, original shop buildings, and tracks from Mount Clare.
- Baltimore Museum of Art – 10 Art Museum Dr., Baltimore, MD 21218
The Baltimore Museum of Art has grown exponentially since its founding in 1914 with a single painting. Today, it's home to over 95,000 works of art, including 19th-century, modern, and contemporary art, as well as the world's largest collection of works by Henri Matisse. You'll also be able to see one of the country's most important collections of African art as well as over selections from the museum's 1,000 works of Asian art. The museum is also committed to collecting works from living arts to showcase contemporary art.
- Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine – 2400 E. Fort Ave., Baltimore, MD 21230
Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine holds a significant place in American history. It was used to successfully defend Baltimore Harbor from an attack by the British Navy during the War of 1812. In 1814, a larger American garrison flag replaced an American storm flag flying over Fort McHenry, and this larger flag inspired Francis Scott Key's poem that became "The Star-Spangled Banner." When you explore the fort and its grounds, allow about 1 to 2 hours.
Contact us to learn more about the area's interesting attractions and to see Baltimore homes for sale. We'll help you find a house that you'll be proud to call home!