Charm City Life
By Mike Unger, About.com Guide to Baltimore
Got a question about Baltimore? Well, we've got an answer. Whether your moving to Baltimore, just visiting or you've been here all your life, find resources on life in Charm City.
For Families
Parents need all the help they can get. So tune in here for web 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.
For Newcomers
If planning to or just thinking about making Baltimore home, check out these links to info on moving to Baltimore.
For Visitors
Just passing through Baltimore? Check out these links to make your visit more fun and maybe a bit easier.
Photo Galleries and Tours
Baltimore is a very photogenic city. And I'm not just talking about the waterfront. Sure, the Inner Harbor sparkles at night and Mount Vernon is perhaps one of the city's most photographed areas. But events like the Kinetic Sculpture Race and Preakness Week make great photographic spectacle. Click on the links to see more of Charm City.
- Michael Phelps
- Painted Screens
- Hampden at Christmas
- Preakness
- Kinetic Sculpture Race
- Baltimore Ravens Photos
- Heritage Walk
- Baltimore Aquarium's Dolphin Show
- Druid Hill Conservatory
- Halloween Lantern Parade
- Baby Elephant at Zoo
- Triple Crown Contender Big Brown
Government & Municipal Services
Whether it's paying your taxes or getting a license, dealing with the Baltimore-area governments can be a hassle. Find out what you need to know to smooth your way through the bureaucracy.
- Property Taxes
- Voting in Maryland
- Income Taxes in Maryland
- Maryland Driving Laws
- Baltimore County Government and Services
Schools & Learning
The Baltimore area has more than a dozen institutions of higher learning plus hundreds of elementary and secondary school.
- Back to School: Grades K-12
- Register in a Baltimore City School
- Enroll in a Baltimore County School
- Baltimore County Magnet Schools
- Maryland High School Assessments
- Required Vaccinations in Maryland
- Maryland Historically Black Colleges and Universities
- Colleges in Maryland
Shops & Services
You can shop until you drop if you want. But maybe you should pace yourself. 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.
- Getting on the Road in Maryland
- Commuting to DC
- Water Taxi
- Baltimore Area Taxi Companies
- Flexcar Car Sharing
Health & Fitness
How to stay in top physical condition in Baltimore. Find resources for healthy living, fitness and nutrition plus how to find a doctor.
- Baltimore Area Heath Clubs
- Find a Doctor in Baltimore
- Quit Smoking
- Required Vaccinations in Maryland
- Substance Abuse Programs
History & Culture
Learn about Baltimore's quirky culture and important history.
