Charm City isn’t known as the most beautiful city, but perhaps it should. You won’t believe just how many gorgeous hidden gems there really are until you look. Check out these 10 beautiful places in Baltimore that could be straight out of a fairy tale.
- Patterson Park’s Pagoda
Flickr / Jason Brookman Take a stroll around Patterson Park and be sure to stop and gaze at the Pagoda. This magnificent structure is open seasonally on Sundays, allowing visitors to climb to the top and take in the views down below.
Address: E Lombard St, Baltimore, MD 21224
- Cylburn Arboretum
Flickr / Forsaken Fotos Natural beauty abounds at this hidden gem in Baltimore. The mansion on the grounds is full of character and the surrounding plants and trees will have you wanting to sing sweet tunes.
Address: 4915 Greenspring Ave, Baltimore, MD 21209
- Hampden’s Miracle on 34th Street
Flickr / Beau Considine Nothing infuses more magic into your soul than a visit to a dazzling light display during the holiday season. This famous light display is still going strong after 70 years, and it’s not hard to see why. It’s amazing.
Address: Address: 720 West 34th St Baltimore, MD 21211
- George Peabody Library
Flickr / Patrick Gillespie You can visit this spot through the week, or even get married here, making you feel like a bookish fairy tale princess. Seeing this library in person is breathtaking.
Address: Address: 17 E Mt Vernon Pl, Baltimore, MD 21202
- USS Constellation
Flickr / Steve This ship (or any other historical ones in the harbor) will take you on a journey back in time. Make sure to tour them at least once.
Address: 301 E Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21202
- Seven Foot Knoll Lighthouse
Flickr / Mr.TinDC This whimsical structure stands out among the harbor, adding character to the surrounding area. You can climb up the stairs and enjoy the view, which is the perfect photo-taking spot.
Address: Pier 5, Baltimore, MD 21202
- Bromo-Seltzer Tower
Flickr / kdemerly This historic structure looks pretty regal against the rest of the city, almost like a castle tower. At one point it was the tallest building in Baltimore and today, it’s studio spaces for artists. Tours are available.
Address: 21 S. Eutaw Street Baltimore, MD 21201
- Howard Peters Rawlings Conservatory and Botanic Gardens
Flickr / Patrick Gillespie Located at Druid Hill Park, this ornate structure is filled with room after room of greenhouses, making it stunning both inside and outside. You can even get married here, which is sure to make for beautiful photos to remember.
Address: 3100 Swann Dr, Baltimore, MD 21217
- Druid Hill Park
Flickr / Baltimore Heritage Speaking of Druid Hill Park, we cannot leave out the whimsical wood carvings located throughout the area. These detailed works of art are reminiscent of Lord of the Rings, or similar epic stories and films.
Address: 900 Druid Park Lake Dr, Baltimore, MD 21217
- Lake Roland Park
Facebook / Lake Roland If you enjoy the great outdoors and a good hiking spot, check out Lake Roland Park. This lesser known park is full of scenic sights, wildlife, and this picturesque dam. Visit year-round.
Address: 1000 Lakeside Dr, Baltimore, MD 21210
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Flickr / Jason Brookman
Take a stroll around Patterson Park and be sure to stop and gaze at the Pagoda. This magnificent structure is open seasonally on Sundays, allowing visitors to climb to the top and take in the views down below.
Address: E Lombard St, Baltimore, MD 21224
Flickr / Forsaken Fotos
Natural beauty abounds at this hidden gem in Baltimore. The mansion on the grounds is full of character and the surrounding plants and trees will have you wanting to sing sweet tunes.
Address: 4915 Greenspring Ave, Baltimore, MD 21209
Flickr / Beau Considine
Nothing infuses more magic into your soul than a visit to a dazzling light display during the holiday season. This famous light display is still going strong after 70 years, and it’s not hard to see why. It’s amazing.
Address: Address: 720 West 34th St Baltimore, MD 21211
Flickr / Patrick Gillespie
You can visit this spot through the week, or even get married here, making you feel like a bookish fairy tale princess. Seeing this library in person is breathtaking.
Address: Address: 17 E Mt Vernon Pl, Baltimore, MD 21202
Flickr / Steve
This ship (or any other historical ones in the harbor) will take you on a journey back in time. Make sure to tour them at least once.
Address: 301 E Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21202
Flickr / Mr.TinDC
This whimsical structure stands out among the harbor, adding character to the surrounding area. You can climb up the stairs and enjoy the view, which is the perfect photo-taking spot.
Address: Pier 5, Baltimore, MD 21202
Flickr / kdemerly
This historic structure looks pretty regal against the rest of the city, almost like a castle tower. At one point it was the tallest building in Baltimore and today, it’s studio spaces for artists. Tours are available.
Address: 21 S. Eutaw Street Baltimore, MD 21201
Located at Druid Hill Park, this ornate structure is filled with room after room of greenhouses, making it stunning both inside and outside. You can even get married here, which is sure to make for beautiful photos to remember.
Address: 3100 Swann Dr, Baltimore, MD 21217
Flickr / Baltimore Heritage
Speaking of Druid Hill Park, we cannot leave out the whimsical wood carvings located throughout the area. These detailed works of art are reminiscent of Lord of the Rings, or similar epic stories and films.
Address: 900 Druid Park Lake Dr, Baltimore, MD 21217
Facebook / Lake Roland
If you enjoy the great outdoors and a good hiking spot, check out Lake Roland Park. This lesser known park is full of scenic sights, wildlife, and this picturesque dam. Visit year-round.
Address: 1000 Lakeside Dr, Baltimore, MD 21210
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