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Baltimore, Maryland
Baltimore is a vivacious city steeped in rich traditions and has become a major travel destination welcoming over 11 million visitors a year. Inner Harbor, Baltimore's crown jewel, is a popular waterfront area teeming with stores, restaurants and attractions.
Baltimore is known for its fabulous crabs but boasts numerous dining options that can satisfy most of your cravings, from gourmet cuisine to ethnic foods from around the world.
For those of you who love to shop, Baltimore is abound with quaint, upscale boutiques, antique shops, specialty shops, jewelry stores and malls filled with familiar retailers.
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 The Maryland Zoo
(410) 366-5466
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2570 Druid Park Drive
Baltimore, MD 21217
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The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, founded in 1876, is the third oldest in the United States and is internationally known for it's conservation and research contributions. The 180 acre zoo houses more than 2,000 birds, mammals, amphibians and reptiles representing nearly 270 species. The animals are displayed in natural settings replicating their native habitats.
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National Aquarium in Baltimore
(410) 576-3800
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501 East Pratt Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
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This world-class aquatic institution covers more than 200,000 square feet and is home to more than 11,000 animals from more than 600 species of fish, birds, amphibians, reptiles and marine mammals. Journey from the top of the rainforest to the depths of the ocean to explore the magical connection between water and all living things.
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Maryland Science Center
(410) 685-5225
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601 Light Street
Baltimore, MD 21230
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The Science Center is Maryland's oldest scientific institution and one of the oldest scientific institutions in the U.S.. The Maryland Science Center was founded as a meeting place for an amateur scientific society. Present day offers up three floors of demonstrations to challenge your mind and exercise your imagination. You can also experience an illuminating view of the sky from The Davis Planetarium as well as a remarkable five-story IMAX Theater.
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Fort McHenry National Monument
(410) 962-4290
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2400 East Fort Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21230
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The Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine is the birthplace of the American National Anthem. During the War of 1812, the 18th-century brick fort defended the Baltimore harbor and stopped a British advance into the city. The valiant defense of the fort by 1,000 Americans inspired Francis Scott Key to compose the anthem.
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Harborplace and The Gallery
(410) 332-4191
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200 East Pratt Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
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Located right in the middle of the Inner Harbor, Harborplace is home to over one hundred big national names and local shops and artisans that just don't exist anywhere but here. There are also sixteen full-service restaurants plus a variety of more casual eateries.
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Photo credit: Baltimore Area Convention and Visitors Association
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