Some things never change, and sometimes, that’s a good thing. You can always rely on these 10 classic spots in Baltimore to stay just the way they are, season after season and year after year. Immerse yourself in history and beauty at these amazing attractions.
- B & O Railroad Museum
Flickr / Craig Fildes The displays may shift from time to time but you can always look forward to a great day at B & O Railroad Museum. You can even take a train ride on the first commercial mile of tracks in the US!
Address: 901 W Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21223
- George Peabody Library
Flickr / logan hicks This immaculate library never changes and we wouldn’t want it to. The beauty is in the details, from the floor, to the ceiling, to the original dewey decimal system that’s still here.
Address: 17 E Mt Vernon Pl, Baltimore, MD 21202
- Fort McHenry
Flickr / opacity Fort McHenry is authentic and is like a trip back in time. Learn about the past and enjoy strolling the grounds and taking in the surrounding water views.
Address: 2400 E Fort Ave, Baltimore, MD 21230
- Patterson Park Pagoda
Flickr / Elvert Barnes The pagoda at Patterson Park has been restored in the past to keep it looking fresh and impressive. On select days, you can even enter this structure, climb the spiral staircase, and get an epic view of the sights down below.
- Baltimore Streetcar Museum
Flickr / Forsaken Fotos Streetcars were a main mode of transportation in Charm City decades ago. Now, you can still see these historic structures up close and even take a ride at the Baltimore Streetcar Museum. We recommend a family day trip here at least once.
Address: 1911 Falls Rd, Baltimore, MD 21211
- Cylburn Arboretum
Flickr / Preservation Maryland The old mansion at Cylburn Arboretum is beautiful and so are the surrounding grounds. See blooming flowers, picture perfect plants, and stunning Japanese maples. We never tire of this magical spot.
Address: 4915 Greenspring Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21209
- Federal Hill Park
Flickr / m01229 Federal Hill Park overlooks the harbor, offering sprawling sights of the city skyline. If you enjoy a good picnic, this place is perfect.
Address: 300 Warren Ave, Baltimore, MD 21230
- Sherwood Gardens
Flickr / Larraine You can always rely on Sherwood Gardens to bloom with thousands of multi-colored tulips each spring. Nothing says warm weather is on the way like a day trip to this enchanting garden.
Address: 4310 Underwood Rd, Baltimore, MD 21218
- Historic Ships of Baltimore
Flickr / Like_the_Grand_Canyon Tour the historic ships in the harbor while learning about the past. These grand structures are always here, awaiting curious guests.
- Miracle on 34th Street
Flickr / Beau Considine Christmas isn’t Christmas without a visit to the annual display at 34th Street. Although more decorations may be added each year, this spot always remains the same in our hearts.
Address: W 34th St, Baltimore, MD 21211
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Flickr / Craig Fildes
The displays may shift from time to time but you can always look forward to a great day at B & O Railroad Museum. You can even take a train ride on the first commercial mile of tracks in the US!
Address: 901 W Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21223
Flickr / logan hicks
This immaculate library never changes and we wouldn’t want it to. The beauty is in the details, from the floor, to the ceiling, to the original dewey decimal system that’s still here.
Address: 17 E Mt Vernon Pl, Baltimore, MD 21202
Flickr / opacity
Fort McHenry is authentic and is like a trip back in time. Learn about the past and enjoy strolling the grounds and taking in the surrounding water views.
Address: 2400 E Fort Ave, Baltimore, MD 21230
Flickr / Elvert Barnes
The pagoda at Patterson Park has been restored in the past to keep it looking fresh and impressive. On select days, you can even enter this structure, climb the spiral staircase, and get an epic view of the sights down below.
Flickr / Forsaken Fotos
Streetcars were a main mode of transportation in Charm City decades ago. Now, you can still see these historic structures up close and even take a ride at the Baltimore Streetcar Museum. We recommend a family day trip here at least once.
Address: 1911 Falls Rd, Baltimore, MD 21211
Flickr / Preservation Maryland
The old mansion at Cylburn Arboretum is beautiful and so are the surrounding grounds. See blooming flowers, picture perfect plants, and stunning Japanese maples. We never tire of this magical spot.
Address: 4915 Greenspring Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21209
Flickr / m01229
Federal Hill Park overlooks the harbor, offering sprawling sights of the city skyline. If you enjoy a good picnic, this place is perfect.
Address: 300 Warren Ave, Baltimore, MD 21230
Flickr / Larraine
You can always rely on Sherwood Gardens to bloom with thousands of multi-colored tulips each spring. Nothing says warm weather is on the way like a day trip to this enchanting garden.
Address: 4310 Underwood Rd, Baltimore, MD 21218
Flickr / Like_the_Grand_Canyon
Tour the historic ships in the harbor while learning about the past. These grand structures are always here, awaiting curious guests.
Flickr / Beau Considine
Christmas isn’t Christmas without a visit to the annual display at 34th Street. Although more decorations may be added each year, this spot always remains the same in our hearts.
Address: W 34th St, Baltimore, MD 21211
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