Living in Baltimore
From Mike Unger, former About.com Guide
Families
Find resources for Baltimore's children and families. There's everything from teen drivers to fun attractions as well as information on daycare centers, preschools and K-12 schools.
- Family Attractions
- Getting Your First Driver's License
- How to Find A Doctor
- Most Popular Maryland Baby Names
Newcomers
New to Charm City or thinking about becoming a Baltimorean? Links to information about settling in here.
Visitors
Vacationing in our fair city? Check out these links to make your visit more fun and maybe a bit easier.
Government and Municipal Services
Whether it's paying your taxes or getting a license, dealing with the Baltimore-area governments can be a challenge. Find out what you need to know to ease your path through the bureaucracy.
History and Culture
Learn about Baltimore's quirky culture and important history.
- African American History Sites
- Baltimore's Painted Screens
- Edgar Allan Poe Lore
- Fort McHenry National Monument
- Heritage Walk Tour
Photo Galleries and Tours
Experience all Baltimore has to offer through photographs.
Schools and Learning
The Baltimore area has more than a dozen institutions of higher learning plus hundreds of elementary and secondary school.
- Baltimore County Magnet Schools
- Enroll in a Baltimore City School
- Historically Black College and Universities
- Maryland Colleges
- Maryland High School Assessments
- Register in a Baltimore City School
- Required Vaccinations in Maryland
Shops and Services
Have a specific need or just want to shop for the sport of it? Click here first to figure out where to find what you're looking for.
Transportation
How to get where you're going, whether you're a commuter, visitor or resident venturing into new territory. Learn about the Maryland vehicle registration, roads, airport and public transit system here.