Downtown Baltimore Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Downtown Baltimore
Downtown Baltimore
Port Discovery
Oriole Park at Camden Yards
Downtown Baltimore

Business and financial trading blend with historical architecture, baseball, live music, museums and theatres in the energetic city centre of Baltimore. 

Downtown Baltimore has superb dining, entertainment and sporting attractions. Explore the focal point of one of Maryland’s most happening cities to discover its renowned theater district and concert venues. Attend a ballgame in Downtown Baltimore and embark on a culinary adventure.

At the heart of the district is the neoclassical Baltimore Basilica, the first Catholic cathedral built in the United States. Walk from here to the historic Mount Vernon quarter. Magnificent panoramas await at the summit of Baltimore’s Washington Monument.

Art enthusiasts delight in a collection spanning more then 7,000 years at the Walters Art Museum. Attend a jazz concert at the Eubie Blake Cultural Center. The George Peabody Library holds over 300,000 books in a striking Baroque, Rococo and Greco-Roman structure. Stroll between brewpubs, cocktail bars and speakeasies and sample flavors from Afghan to Ethiopian at Mount Vernon’s restaurants.

Cheer on the Baltimore Orioles baseball team at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Enhance your enjoyment by sampling the stadium’s signature crab mac and cheese hot dog. Nearby, the Babe Ruth Birthplace and Museum tells the story of one of the world’s most celebrated baseball stars.

See Edgar Allan Poe’s Grave in the Westside neighborhood. Browse exhibitions by in-house artists at Bromo Seltzer Arts Tower. Savor Chesapeake Bay crab cakes, fried chicken and waffles and global street food at Lexington Market. The Hippodrome Theatre hosts year-round performances of hit Broadway musicals.

The Chesapeake Shakespeare Company presents more performing arts events in the form of classic plays and Shakespeare productions. Bruce Springsteen and the Grateful Dead are among the legendary music acts that have played the Royal Farms Arena. Uncover a wonderland of hands-on activities at the Port Discovery Children’s Museum.

Buses, light rail and the metro reach all parts of Downtown Baltimore. Extend your city tour to the Inner Harbor. Find major city attractions such as the Maryland Science Center, National Aquarium and Top of the World Observation Level.


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Our pick of the best Downtown Baltimore Hotel Deals

Lord Baltimore Hotel
Lord Baltimore Hotel
3.5 out of 5
20 W Baltimore St, Baltimore, MD
The price is AU$194 per night from 22 July to 23 July
AU$194
22 July - 23 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star historic hotel in Baltimore. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,088 reviews)
"It started out rocky, but ashley at the front desk was awesome!"

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

Lord Baltimore Hotel
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Baltimore Inner Harbor by IHG
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Baltimore Inner Harbor by IHG
4.5 out of 5
2 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD
The price is AU$213 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$213
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Baltimore. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Review
"The room was clean and well maintained."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Kimpton Hotel Monaco Baltimore Inner Harbor by IHG
Residence Inn by Marriott Baltimore Inner Harbor
Residence Inn by Marriott Baltimore Inner Harbor
3 out of 5
17 Light St, Baltimore, MD
The price is AU$215 per night from 22 July to 23 July
AU$215
22 July - 23 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Baltimore. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"The hotel was great. Our room was wonderful. The staff were courteous and helpful. We were disappointed that the parking was only vallet. I guess that is expected in the city."

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

Residence Inn by Marriott Baltimore Inner Harbor
Sonesta Hotel Baltimore Inner Harbor
Sonesta Hotel Baltimore Inner Harbor
2.5 out of 5
1 East Redwood Street, 15 South Charles Street, Baltimore, MD
The price is AU$198 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$198
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Baltimore. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (712 reviews)
"The staff is very professional and nice. Any issue/questions we had they answered promptly."

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Sonesta Hotel Baltimore Inner Harbor
Staybridge Suites Baltimore - Inner Harbor by IHG
Staybridge Suites Baltimore - Inner Harbor by IHG
3 out of 5
17 Commerce Street, Baltimore, MD
The price is AU$191 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$191
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Baltimore. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"The staff were friendly and helpful very professional. The area is near the Historic Block where there use to be outside prostitution but now it's only in the gentlemen clubs around there. Far as the hotel breakfast was good and appreciated, housekeeping came to clean everyday it's greatly appreciated ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Staybridge Suites Baltimore - Inner Harbor by IHG
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Baltimore Downtown Convention Center Area
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Baltimore Downtown Convention Center Area
2.5 out of 5
100 North Eutaw Street, Baltimore, MD
The price is AU$184 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$184
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Baltimore. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (620 reviews)
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Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Baltimore Downtown Convention Center Area
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Baltimore

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Downtown West

While you're in Downtown West, take in top sights like Charm'tastic Mile and jump on the metro at Convention Center Station to see more of the city.

Downtown West
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Inner Harbor

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Inner Harbor. Make a stop by National Aquarium in Baltimore or Baltimore Inner Harbor Marina while you're exploring the area.

Inner Harbor
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Mount Vernon

The abundant dining options and waterfront views are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Washington Monument or George Peabody Library while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Centre Street Station to get around town.

Mount Vernon
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Otterbein

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Otterbein and surrounding area, you can visit Oriole Park at Camden Yards and Baltimore Inner Harbor Marina.

Otterbein
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Little Italy

Waterfront views, restaurants and shopping are some highlights of Little Italy. You might stop by National Aquarium in Baltimore or Baltimore Inner Harbor Marina while you're in the area.

Little Italy
American Visionary Art Museum showing a city and art

Federal Hill

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Federal Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Baltimore Inner Harbor Marina or Maryland Science Center.

Federal Hill

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