Located by Chesapeake Bay, Baltimore is a waterfront town offering cultural and economic diversity. It also has plenty of history—it is the birthplace of Babe Ruth, the final resting spot of Edgar Allen Poe, and the city where the “Star Spangled Banner” was written.  Often referred to as “Charm City,” Baltimore has several inviting regions. Downtown’s Inner Harbor offers the Columbus Center of Marine Research, and water taxi rides to Fort McHenry.  Mount Vernon is the city’s cultural hub, featuring art, music, dining and history. Little Italy has the genuine feel of its European namesake. Nearby, Fells Point is a maritime district offering cobblestone streets and cozy pubs. Other attractions include the 178-foot Washington Monument, the B&O Railroad Museum, the Baltimore Museum of Art, as well as Memorial Stadium (home of the Ravens), and Camden Yard (home of the Orioles).

The Inner Harbor is a Mecca for visitors to Baltimore.  This square shaped waterfront is dotted with many attractions including museums, shops and restaurants.  Plus, if you're staying in a major hotel, you'll be in the perfect location as most of them are within a stone's throw of Inner Harbor.

It's all Kid's Play. Baltimore is a kid-friendly city.  Port Discovery is an 80,000 square foot attraction filled with fun learning activities such Miss Perception's Mystery House, an Egyptian tomb, and hands-on activities that include making chewing gum.  Playing with gum has never been so much fun! In addition, Baltimore is home to the Maryland Science Center, a zoo and an aquarium.

Get on the bus, Gus! Actually, stay off!  Touring Baltimore is best done by foot.  It's by far the easiest and the most effective when it comes to seeing the city. Known for being confusing and inefficient, the public buses should be left for the locals!

Known as "Crab City," Baltimore has many reasonably priced fresh seafood restaurants. However, Baltimore's restaurants also appeal to landlubbers!  Try some authentic Italian in Little Italy, located just east of the Inner Harbor.

A trip to Baltimore would not be complete without a trip to Lexington Market, the nation's oldest market.  It really is like a trip back in time. Merchants advertise their goods the old fashioned way - they shout old-time chants.  Among items that you'll certainly want to sample are fresh baked cinnamon rolls and fresh Chesapeake Bay oysters and clams - when in season, of course!  Take a little of Maryland home with you - Faidley's will pack fresh Maryland seafood and ship it anywhere in the world!