Baltimore has no shortage of beautiful places. You just have to know where to look. Here are 12 of the most jaw dropping places around the city. Grab your camera and let’s go!

  1. Patterson Park

Flickr / Craig Fildes This pretty park is home to the pictured pagoda. If the exterior wasn’t beautiful enough, you can also climb to the top and take in views of the city. The pagoda is open noon to 6pm on Sundays, April through October.

Address: Located along S Patterson Park Ave

  1. Federal Hill Park

Flickr / m01229 Federal Hill Park is situated across from the harbor and offers one of the best views in the city. What a gorgeous perspective of Baltimore.

Address: 300 Warren Ave, Baltimore, MD 21230

  1. George Peabody Library

Flickr / Patrick Gillespie This is man-made wonder is known as one of the most stunning libraries in the world and it’s not hard to see why. This is also a popular wedding venue for those looking for an enchanting ceremony to remember.

Address: 17 E Mt Vernon Pl, Baltimore, MD 21202

  1. Druid Hill Park

Flickr / Baltimore Heritage Home of the zoo, conservatory, scenery, and local events, Druid Hill Park truly does it all. This place is spectacular year-round, especially during autumn.

Address: 900 Druid Park Lake Dr, Baltimore, MD 21217

  1. Top of the World Observation Level

Flickr / Craig Fildes Take in spectacular sights of the city by visiting this attraction, which is located on the 27th floor of Baltimore’s World Trade Center. Offering a 360-degree view, you’ll want to stay a while.

Address: 401 E Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21202

  1. Fort McHenry

Flickr / opacity This fort is known as the birthplace of the Star-Spangled Banner. Its unique structure is fascinating when viewed from above, and a more up-close visit proves that this place is filled with character.

Address: 2400 E Fort Ave, Baltimore, MD 21230

  1. Sherwood Gardens

Flickr / Larraine This little floral paradise is hidden in the city, offering a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle. Visit during spring to witness hundreds of multi-colored tulips sprinkled throughout the grounds.

Address: 4100 Greenway, Baltimore, MD 21218

  1. Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Flickr / Brian Moran Also known as the Baltimore Basilica, this impressive place was actually the first Roman Catholic cathedral to be built in the US. This spot is stunning, both inside and out.

Address: 409 Cathedral St, Baltimore, MD 21201

  1. Cylburn Arboretum

Flickr / Preservation Maryland For a nature-infused day trip, head to Cylburn Arboretum. The historic mansion on site is beautifully detailed and the surrounding plant life will make you feel at peace.

Address: 4915 Greenspring Ave, Baltimore, MD 21209

  1. Green Mount Cemetery

Flickr / Craig Fildes Cemeteries aren’t usually known as being beautiful but just wait until you see Green Mount Cemetery. The memorials and towering statues are worth seeing up close.

Address: 1501 Greenmount Ave, Baltimore, MD 21202

  1. Hampden

Flickr / Jack Lyons Seeing this row of houses light up during Christmastime is a must-do each and every year. I can’t wait!

Address: 720 West 34th St Baltimore, MD 21211

  1. The Harbor

Flickr / kymagirl We couldn’t complete our list of most beautiful places in Baltimore without including the harbor! This choice is obvious for many reasons. Where would we be without it?

Where do think is the most beautiful place in Baltimore?

Flickr / Craig Fildes

This pretty park is home to the pictured pagoda. If the exterior wasn’t beautiful enough, you can also climb to the top and take in views of the city. The pagoda is open noon to 6pm on Sundays, April through October.

Address: Located along S Patterson Park Ave

Flickr / m01229

Federal Hill Park is situated across from the harbor and offers one of the best views in the city. What a gorgeous perspective of Baltimore.

Address: 300 Warren Ave, Baltimore, MD 21230

Flickr / Patrick Gillespie

This is man-made wonder is known as one of the most stunning libraries in the world and it’s not hard to see why. This is also a popular wedding venue for those looking for an enchanting ceremony to remember.

Address: 17 E Mt Vernon Pl, Baltimore, MD 21202

Flickr / Baltimore Heritage

Home of the zoo, conservatory, scenery, and local events, Druid Hill Park truly does it all. This place is spectacular year-round, especially during autumn.

Address: 900 Druid Park Lake Dr, Baltimore, MD 21217

Take in spectacular sights of the city by visiting this attraction, which is located on the 27th floor of Baltimore’s World Trade Center. Offering a 360-degree view, you’ll want to stay a while.

Address: 401 E Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21202

Flickr / opacity

This fort is known as the birthplace of the Star-Spangled Banner. Its unique structure is fascinating when viewed from above, and a more up-close visit proves that this place is filled with character.

Address: 2400 E Fort Ave, Baltimore, MD 21230

Flickr / Larraine

This little floral paradise is hidden in the city, offering a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle. Visit during spring to witness hundreds of multi-colored tulips sprinkled throughout the grounds.

Address: 4100 Greenway, Baltimore, MD 21218

Flickr / Brian Moran

Also known as the Baltimore Basilica, this impressive place was actually the first Roman Catholic cathedral to be built in the US. This spot is stunning, both inside and out.

Address: 409 Cathedral St, Baltimore, MD 21201

Flickr / Preservation Maryland

For a nature-infused day trip, head to Cylburn Arboretum. The historic mansion on site is beautifully detailed and the surrounding plant life will make you feel at peace.

Address: 4915 Greenspring Ave, Baltimore, MD 21209

Cemeteries aren’t usually known as being beautiful but just wait until you see Green Mount Cemetery. The memorials and towering statues are worth seeing up close.

Address: 1501 Greenmount Ave, Baltimore, MD 21202

Flickr / Jack Lyons

Seeing this row of houses light up during Christmastime is a must-do each and every year. I can’t wait!

Address: 720 West 34th St Baltimore, MD 21211

Flickr / kymagirl

We couldn’t complete our list of most beautiful places in Baltimore without including the harbor! This choice is obvious for many reasons. Where would we be without it?

For more of Baltimore’s man-made marvels, click here!

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