Things to See and Do in Baltimore, Maryland
By Libby Zay, About.com Guide
Events & Festivals
There are so many events and festivals happening in Baltimore that it can be hard to keep them all straight. Look for the monthly About Baltimore event calendar, or check these listings on holidays, ethnic festivals, free attractions, and more.
- Monthly Discount & Free Events
- Holidays in Baltimore
- Follow "Baltiomore Events & Fests" on About Baltimore's Twitter
Attractions & Museums
Profiles and roundups of the best attractions and landmarks around Baltimore.
- Museums in Baltimore
- Seven Things You Have to Do in Baltimore
- Free Attractions in Baltimore
- Discounts, Coupons and Deals
- Inner Harbor Attractions
- Inner Harbor Cruises & Boat Tours
- Historic Ships
- Things to Do with Kids in Baltimore
- Fort McHenry National Monument
- Art Museums
- Art Galleries
- African American History Sites
- The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore
- Maryland Science Center
- National Aquarium in Baltimore
- Ripley's Believe It Or Not!
- Patterson Park
- Druid Hill Conservatory
- Follow "Baltimore Museums" on About Baltimore's Twitter
Nightlife & Entertainment
From neighborhood bars to thumpin' clubs, these are the places to see and be seen after hours in Baltimore.
- Best Bets for Bars
- Live Music Venues
- Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
- Power Plant Live!
- Creative Alliance at the Patterson
- Fells Point Bars
- The Hippodrome Theater
- Movie Theaters in Baltimore
- Follow "Baltimore Music" on About Baltimore's Twitter
Food & Drink
From crab houses to fine dining, Baltimore has a culinary scene with the chops to please all palates.
- Baltimore Food Trucks
- Baltimore's Best Happy Hours
- Baltimore's Best Diners
- Baltimore's Best Ice Cream Parlors
- Snowballs: The Essential Sweet Treat in Charm City
- The Best Soup Spots in Baltimore
- Baltimore Beers & Breweries
- Wine Tastings in Baltimore
- Vineyards & Wineries Near Baltimore
- Farmer's Markets in Baltimore
- Public Markets in Baltimore
- Brunch in Baltimore
- Steamed Crabs in Baltimore
- Inner Harbor & Harbor East Restaurants
- Dining in Little Italy
- Outdoor Dining in Baltimore
- Vegetarian and Vegan Restaurants
- Vineyard and Wineries Near Baltimore
- Restaurants with Gluten-Free Menu Options
- Romantic Restaurants
Sports & Recreation
Everything you need to know about Baltimore's sports teams and the great outdoors in the city.
- Orioles Baseball
- Ravens Football
- Preakness Stakes
- Blast Indoor Soccer
- Johns Hopkins University Lacrosse
- Maryland Terrapins Basketball
- Maryland Terrapins Football
- Naval Academy Football
- Public Pools in Baltimore
- Baltimore Yoga Studios
- Baltimore City Public Golf Courses
- Olympic Atheletes from Maryland
- Follow "Baltimore Sports" on About Baltimore's Twitter
Shopping & Services
Information on shops and specialty stores in Baltimore.
- Best Vintage Boutiques
- Baltimore Area Malls
- Outlet Malls Near Baltimore
- Baltimore Farmer's Markets
- Baltimore Public Markets
- Candy & Chocolate Shops
- Jewelry Stores & Designers
- Baltimore Christmas Gifts
- Follow "Baltimore Shopping & Services" on About Baltimore's Twitter
Beyond City Limits
One of the benefits of living in Baltimore is how close the city is to charming Chesapeake towns, historic battlefields, and national parks.