Neighborhoods
By Mike Unger, About.com Guide to Baltimore
Baltimore is a city comprised of distinct neighborhoods. Each has its own unique character, embodied by its restaurants, bars, and shops. In Baltimore's neighborhoods, third or fourth generation residents live alongside newcomers. Neighborhoods are a large part of what makes Baltimore so charming.
Inner Harbor
Less a neighborhood than an attraction for tourists, the Inner Harbor nonetheless has become the face of Baltimore. Packed with restaurants and world-class attractions like the National Aquarium, there's always plenty to do in this downtown neighborhood
Canton
One of the city's oldest neighborhoods turned into one of its hottest in the last 20 years. located near the water in East Baltimore, Canton is home to many young professionals, restaurants, and bars.
Charles Village
Home to Johns Hopkins University and the Baltimore Museum of Art, Charles Village home to a nice mixture of students, professors, and regular old Baltimoreans.
Federal Hill
When word of that Maryland had ratified the Constitution in 1789 hit Baltimore, citizens gathered at the large hill overlooking the harbor to celebrate. Thus, the hill, and the surrounding neighborhood, became known as Federal Hill. Today it is a bustling home to many restaurants, bars, and of course, the Cross Street Market
- Historic Federal Hill Main Street
- American Visionary Art Museum
- Cross Street Market
- Photo Tour of Federal Hill
Fells Point
Baltimore's most popular neighborhood for tourists also is beloved by its residents. Set on the water, Fells Point is home to many of the city's great restaurants, bars, clubs, galleries, and antiques stores.
Little Italy
Baltimore's Little Italy is not one of the country's largest Italian neighborhoods, but it is one of its most charming. A collection of mom and pop restaurants, the neighborhood is a draw for locals and out-of-towners alike.
Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon is the city's cultural center. Packed with museums, the Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, Lyric Opera House, and Peabody Institute, the neighborhood is a destination for lovers of all the arts.
Other Neighborhoods
Many other, smaller neighborhoods dot Baltimore's landscape. Here's information on some of them.
