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Attractions

Come for the Fun. Stay for the Memories.

DealDriver ButtonBaltimore-it's not so much a place as an experience. And after close to three hundred years of history, this city can deliver more fun-filled family days (and romantic evenings) to make any vacation one you’ll remember forever.

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1st Mariner Arena

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201 W. Baltimore Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Phone: 410-347-2020
Fax: 410-347-2042
Web Site: www.1stmarinerarena.com
Neighborhood: Westside

Baltimore's sports and entertainment center for groups large and small is just a few minutes' walk from the Inner Harbor. We offer quality concerts, professional sports and a variety of entertaining family shows.

Admiral of the Bay, LLC

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P.O. Box 3262
Annapolis, MD 21403
Phone: 410-263-5196
Fax: 410-263-9030
Web Site: www.admiralofthebay.com
Neighborhood: South - 20+ miles

We are event planners for the Chesapeake Bay, accommodating groups of two to 250 people featuring schooners and custom power yachts for weddings, business meetings, lunch or dinner, sunset cruises, crab feasts, or formal dining.

Amaranthine Museum

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2010 Clipper Park Road
Baltimore, MD 21211
Phone: 410-523-2574
Web Site: www.amaranthinemuseum.com
Neighborhood: Baltimore Metro

The Labyrinth at the Amaranthine Museum is an art education experience taking the viewer forward and back in time through the psyche of the artistic mind froom contemporary to Egypt to the Big Bang.

American Craft Council

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72 Spring Street
New York, NY 10012
Phone: 212-274-0630 x251
Fax: 212-274-0650
Web Site: www.craftcouncil.org
Neighborhood: North - 20+ miles

Promoting understanding and appreciation of American craft, we sponsor the nation's largest, most prestigious fine craft show ? held every February in Baltimore since 1976. February 22-24, 2008, at the Baltimore Convention Center.

American Visionary Art Museum

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800 Key Highway
Baltimore, MD 21230
Phone: 410-244-1900
Fax: 410-244-5858
Web Site: www.AVAM.org
Neighborhood: Inner Harbor

This national museum and education center for outstanding original works of art created by intuitive, self-taught artists features seven art galleries, outdoor wildflower sculpture gardens, museum store and gourmet restaurant.

Art Gallery of Fells Point

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1716 Thames Street
Baltimore, MD 21231
Phone: 410-327-1272
Web Site: www.fellspointgallery.org
Neighborhood: Fell's Point

This co-op, nonprofit gallery features paintings, watercolors, photographs, glass jewlery, pastels and sculptures.

Babe Ruth Birthplace Museum

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216 Emory Street
Baltimore, MD 21230
Phone: 410-727-1539
Fax: 410-727-1652
Web Site: www.baberuthmuseum.com
Neighborhood: Camden Yards

A national historic site, this museum is the birthplace of Babe Ruth. See rare artifacts, photos, videos and more; located two blocks from Camden Yards.

Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Museum

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901 W. Pratt Street
Baltimore, MD 21223-2699
Phone: 410-752-2490
Fax: 410-752-2499
Web Site: www.borail.org
Neighborhood: Westside

This fascinating, fun place for kids, families, and lovers of history and American railroading features the most comprehensive collection in the Western Hemisphere, plus free parking and train rides.

Baltimore Boat Show

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148 W. 37th Street
11th Floor
New York, NY 10018
Phone: 212-984-7000
Fax: 212-564-2728
Web Site: www.baltimoreboatshow.com
Neighborhood: Inner Harbor

Enjoy Baltimore's largest and longest-running recreational boating event, displaying more than 500 luxury yachts; high performance, sport fishing boats; personal watercraft; and sailboats; plus equipment, accessories, engines and daily family entertainment; January 21-25, 2009.

Baltimore Clayworks

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5707 Smith Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21209
Phone: 410-578-1919
Fax: 410-578-0058
Web Site: www.baltimoreclayworks.org
Neighborhood: West - Less than 10 miles

A nonprofit ceramic art center located in two historic buildings in Mt. Washington Village, our programs include local, national and international exhibitions; clay classes; artist residency; and programs in the community.

Baltimore Ghost Tours

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P.O. Box 38140
Baltimore, MD 21231
Phone: 410-522-7400
Web Site: www.baltimoreghosttours.com
Neighborhood: Fell's Point

Award-winning haunted walking tours of Fell's Point and Mount Vernon. Certified Authentic Baltimore tours. Evening and day tours, Haunted Pub Walks, and Ghost Talk where we come to you. Group tours available.

Baltimore Helicopter Service

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1800 S. Clinton Street
Baltimore, MD 21224
Phone: 410-303-3034
Fax: 410-675-3568
Web Site: www.baltimoreheliport.com
Neighborhood: Canton

Private charters for up to 5 passengers to the Eastern Shore, New York City or "You Name It."

Baltimore Heritage Walk

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Room 346, City Hall
100 N. Holliday Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
Phone: 410-396-1954
Fax: 410-396-5136
Web Site: www.heritagewalk.org
Neighborhood: Inner Harbor

This 3.2 mile (5 kilometer) walking tour; connects 20 historic sites and museums in a compact area that spans four city neighborhoods: the Inner Harbor, Little Italy, Historic Jonestown and City Center.

Baltimore Inner Harbor Gondola Tours

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400 Key Highway
Baltimore, MD 21230
Phone: 410-837-5339
Fax: 410-539-0722
Web Site: www.baltimoreinnerharborgondolatours.com
Neighborhood: Inner Harbor

Baltimore's 1st Venetian Gondola, come aboard to experience the magic. Enjoy being swept away with an approximately 50 minute cruise along the Inner Harbor taking in all the beauty of the Baltimore skyline.

Baltimore Maritime Museum

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802 S. Caroline Street
Baltimore, MD 21231
Phone: 410-396-3453
Fax: 410-396-3393
Web Site: www.baltomaritimemuseum.org
Neighborhood: Inner Harbor

Tour USS Torsk, last victorious WWII submarine; USCGC Taney, last Pearl Harbor survivor afloat; Lightship Chesapeake, which marked the entrance of the Chesapeake Bay for 33 years; and the 7-foot Knoll Lighthouse, which guided mariners safely into Baltimore Harbor.

Baltimore Municipal Golf Corporation

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6131 Hillen Road
Baltimore, MD 21239
Phone: 410-444-4933
Fax: 410-444-5959
Web Site: www.bmgcgolf.com
Neighborhood: Multiple Locations

We offer four 18-hole golf courses and one nine-hole golf course. Pine Ridge in Lutherville and Mount Pleasant, Clifton Park, Forest Park and Carroll Park in Baltimore city; 24-hour tee time reservations at bmgcgolf.com, 410-254-GOLF and the pro shops.

Baltimore Museum of Industry

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1415 Key Highway
Inner Harbor South
Baltimore, MD 21230
Phone: 410-727-4808
Fax: 410-727-4869
Web Site: www.thebmi.org
Neighborhood: Federal Hill

Visit re-created workshops; explore industry from days past; and see the 1906 Steam Tug Baltimore, a national historic landmark. Enjoy hands-on activities for kids, tours for the whole family and free parking.

Baltimore on Tour, Inc.

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P.O. Box 144
Stevenson, MD 21153
Phone: 410-654-2400
Fax: 410-363-6119
Web Site: www.baltimoreontour.com
Neighborhood: North - 10 to 20 miles

We're a one-stop source for all your destination and meeting management needs in Baltimore and beyond--for conventions, corporations and incentive travel. We offer tailor-made and special interest tours, transportation, shuttles, accommodations, Web-based registration services, meet and greet, and hospitality services.

Baltimore Opera Company

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110 W. Mount Royal Avenue
Suite 306
Baltimore, MD 21201
Phone: 410-727-6000
Fax: 410-727-7854
Web Site: www.baltimoreopera.com
Neighborhood: Mount Vernon

Our fully staged grand operas feature international singers, directors and conductors--performed at Baltimore's historic Lyric Opera House with English surtitles.

Baltimore Public Works Museum

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751 Eastern Avenue
Pier 7 of the Inner Harbor
Baltimore, MD 21202
Phone: 410-396-5565
Fax: 410-545-6781
Web Site: www.baltimorepublicworksmuseum.org/
Neighborhood: Inner Harbor

Explore the dynamic interrelationships of public works and urban life. Learn about the history of Baltimore's public works and the fascinating technology behind clean drinking water, recycling, tunnels and more!

Baltimore Ravens

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1101 Russell Street
M&T Bank Stadium
Baltimore, MD 21230
Phone: 410-261-7283
Fax: 410-468-1340
Web Site: www.baltimoreravens.com
Neighborhood: Camden Yards

The NFL Baltimore Ravens play in the new state-of-the-art M&T Bank Stadium. For seating information, call the Ravens' ticket office at 410-261-RAVE.

Baltimore Rent-A-Tour, Inc.

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4401 E. Fairmount Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21224
Phone: 410-464-7994
Fax: 410-464-7988
Web Site: www.rentatour.com
Neighborhood: O'Donnell Heights

With three decades' experience providing destination management services for conventions, corporations and incentive travel, we offer customized tour packages in Baltimore, Annapolis and D.C., plus meet and greet, spouse programs, shuttles, transportation, computerized registration and ticketing.

Baltimore Shakespeare Festival

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3900 Roland Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21211
Phone: 410-366-8594
Fax: 410-366-8598
Web Site: www.baltimoreshakespeare.org
Neighborhood: Hampden

This nonprofit professional theater is dedicated to producing affordable classical theater of high artistic merit, introducing Baltimore city and Maryland students to Shakespeare through innovative educational programs, both in and out of the classroom.

Baltimore Summer Antiques Show

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500 N. Dixie Highway
Lake Worth, FL 33460
Phone: 561-822-5440
Fax: 561-837-6651
Web Site: www.baltimoresummerantiques.com
Neighborhood: South - 20+ miles

This show, held at the Baltimore Convention Center over Labor Day weekend, features more than 550 international dealers and a 60-dealer Antiquarian Book Fair. Knowledgeable collectors and dealers acquire antiques at this most important summer show.

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

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Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall
1212 Cathedral Street
Baltimore, MD 21201-5545
Phone: 410-783-8000
Fax: 410-783-8077
Web Site: www.BSOmusic.org
Neighborhood: North - Less than 10 miles

The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra is internationally recognized as having achieved a preeminent place among the world's most important orchestras and performs over 100 concerts a year, including classical, pops, holiday, family, special events and summer programs.

Baltimore Theatre Alliance, Inc.

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P.O. Box 10621
Baltimore, MD 21285-0621
Phone: 410-662-9945
Fax: 410-662-9945
Web Site: www.baltimoreperforms.org
Neighborhood: Multiple Locations

We promote and support theater in the greater Baltimore area. Please visit our dynamic Web site.

Baltimore Walking Club

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244 Ridge Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21286
Phone: 410-828-8039
Web Site: www.baltimorewalkingclub.org
Neighborhood: North - 10 to 20 miles

This local walking organization sponsors 5K and 10K walks in and around the Baltimore area. The club is a member of the American Volks Marching Association, a nationwide organization.

Baltimore Yacht Charters, Ltd.

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c/o Inner Harbor East Marina
801 Lancaster Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
Phone: 410-837-9100
Fax: 410-823-0007
Web Site: www.baltimorecharters.com
Neighborhood: Inner Harbor

The exclusive agent of the 75-foot yacht Royal Blue features spacious decks, two bars and uniformed crew; it is tastefully decorated and equipped for luxurious entertaining and dining. We specialize in weddings, corporate planning and parties.

Baltimore/Washington Tour Guide

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1700 Kurtz Avenue
Lutherville, MD 21093
Phone: 410-453-6623
Fax: 410-453-6223
Web Site: www.baltimoretourguide.com
Neighborhood: North - 10 to 20 miles

We offer customized tours of Baltimore and Washington, D.C., in addition to providing the motorcoach bus and tour operator industry with professional step-on guide services. We design tour itineraries for church or school groups, seniors, conventions, and more.

Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary

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409 Cathedral Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Phone: 410-727-3564
Fax: 410-539-0407
Web Site: www.baltimorebasilica.org
Neighborhood: Mount Vernon

The Baltimore Basilica, built during 1806-1821, and officially known as the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, was the first Roman Catholic cathedral built in the United States, and the first major religious building constructed after the adoption of the U.S. Constitution. It is a National Historic Landmark and National Shrine.

Beechtree Golf Club, LLC

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811 S. Stepney Road
Aberdeen, MD 21001
Phone: 410-297-9700 x13
Fax: 410-297-9755
Web Site: www.beechtreegolf.com
Neighborhood: North - 20+ miles

Ranked among the top two public courses in Maryland by Golfweek Magazine, just minutes from Baltimore, this course is an 18-hole masterpiece, and the clubhouse has a character all its own, the perfect location for group outings and business entertaining.

Bingo World

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4901 Belle Grove Road
Arundel Amusements, Inc.
Baltimore, MD 21225
Phone: 410-636-0311
Fax: 410-636-4936
Web Site: www.bingoworld.com
Neighborhood: South - Less than 10 miles

We offer Bingo entertainment with over $20,000 in play seven nights a week. Sessions start at 7:30 and 11 p.m. nightly, 1 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; minutes from downtown. Call for free transportation. Group discounts available.

Black-Eyed Susan

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901 S. Bond Street
Suite 100
Baltimore, MD 21231
Phone: 410-342-6960
Fax: 410-342-6964
Web Site: www.baltimorepaddlewheel.com
Neighborhood: Canton

Baltimore's only authentic paddlewheel dinner and charter boat has a well-earned reputation for providing the finest food and service, featuring comfortable seating for 149 guests in an elegant Victorian interior.

Brown Memorial Park Avenue Presbyterian Church

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1316 Park Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21217
Phone: 410-523-1542
Fax: 410-523-5501
Web Site: www.browndowntown.org
Neighborhood: Bolton Hill

Brown Memorial Park Avenue (PCUSA) has served the surrounding area for 135 years, housing one of the largest collections of Tiffany stained glass windows (12), including the two largest, and a 1930 Skinner pipe organ.

Bulle Rock Golf Course

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P.O. Box 506
320 Blenheim Lane
Havre de Grace, MD 21078
Phone: 410-939-8887x6
Fax: 410-939-8558
Web Site: www.BulleRock.com
Neighborhood: North - 20+ miles

This nationally ranked Pete Dye-designed golf course is one of only 17 five-star golf courses (2006). Ideal facility for group outings and business entertaining; amenities include an excellent restaurant, meeting space and full-service locker room.

Captain Don's Fishing Charters

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1001 Fell Street
Baltimore, MD 21231
Phone: 410-342-2004
Web Site: www.fishbaltimore.com
Neighborhood: Fell's Point

For Chesapeake Bay sport fishing, this is the only charter fishing boat that departs from Fell's Point in Baltimore's Inner Harbor. Licensed for six passengers, all tackle and licenses are provided. Families and kids welcome. Private harbor tours available.

Carroll Mansion

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800 E. Lombard Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
Phone: 410-605-2964
Fax: 410-528-1196
Web Site: www.carrollmuseums.org
Neighborhood: Historic Jonestown

Constructed in 1811, Carroll Mansion has functioned as residence to Charles Carroll of Carrollton, last living signer of the Declaration of Independence, a saloon, tenement apartments, a sweatshop, vocational school, recreational center, and historic site.

CENTERSTAGE

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700 N. Calvert Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
Phone: 410-332-0033
Fax: 410-539-3912
Web Site: www.centerstage.org
Neighborhood: Mount Vernon

Considered one of the top 10 regional theaters in the country and honored as the State Theater of Maryland, this professional theater presents a variety of home-produced plays, from Shakespeare to August Wilson, Sondheim to Shaw, in two state-of-the-art theaters.

City Temple of Baltimore (Baptist)

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317 Dolphin Street
Baltimore, MD 21217
Phone: 410-462-4800
Neighborhood: Baltimore Metro

Our 144 rank pipe "Miracle Organ" has evolved as a great instrument with many voices, built by many builders, across many years. The casework and much of the pipe work was installed in the early 1890s and remain today in its original position.

Cockpit in Court Summer Theatre

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7201 Rossville Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21237
Phone: 410-780-6369
Fax: 410-238-4615
Web Site: www.ccbcmd.edu/cockpit
Neighborhood: East - 10 to 20 miles

This theater features affordable large-scale musicals, intimate comedies and dramas, and a children's play each summer on the campus of CCBC Essex, an easily accessible location with free, plentiful parking.

Compass Pointe Golf Courses

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9010 Ft. Smallwood Road
Pasadena, MD 21122
Phone: 410-255-7764
Fax: 410-437-1855
Web Site: www.compasspointegolf.com
Neighborhood: South - 10 to 20 miles

Convenient to Baltimore, Annapolis and Washington, D.C., Compass Pointe, the area's newest public golf course, offers 36 holes of championship golf; a great location for outings, tournaments, special events and business entertaining.

Contemporary Museum

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100 W. Centre Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Phone: 410-783-5720
Fax: 410-783-5722
Web Site: www.contemporary.org
Neighborhood: Mount Vernon

This unique museum promotes the art of our time as both educational tool and catalyst of progressive social change in Baltimore and surrounding areas, producing and presenting new art and exhibitions immediately relevant to local audiences.

Corrigan Sports Enterprises, Inc.

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6610 Amberton Drive
Suite 400
Elkridge, MD 21075
Phone: 410-605-9381
Fax: 410-605-9389
Web Site: www.corrigansports.com
Neighborhood: Baltimore Metro

This sports marketing and event management company features the Under Armour Baltimore Marathon, Toyota Pro Beach Volleyball, Charm City Challenge Basketball, Frederick Marathon, Capital Classic, Under Armour All American Lacrosse Classic.

Creative Alliance @ the Patterson

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3134 Eastern Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21224
Phone: 410-276-1651
Fax: 410-276-3206
Web Site: www.creativealliance.org
Neighborhood: Canton

This informal theater in a 1930's movie palace shows Baltimore's best: stunning vocalists, neo-burlesque cabarets, one-person shows, mandolin orchestras, zydeco and tango dances, queer performance, kids? performance, art and revival cinema, and locally made film. Bar open! Popcorn!

CSI-Baltimore

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108 N. Virginia Avenue
Falls Church, VA 22046
Phone: 703-584-2474
Fax: 703-584-2461
Web Site: www.csi-dc.com
Neighborhood: Baltimore Metro

This full-service destination management company offers custom-designed tours, citywide shuttle systems and ground operations--featuring special event planning, incentive packages, team-building programs, innovative spouse and children's programs, and complete meeting management services.

Cylburn Arboretum

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4915 Greenspring Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21209
Phone: 410-396-0180
Fax: 410-367-8039
Web Site: www.cylburnassociation.org
Neighborhood: North - Less than 10 miles

This public garden and nature preserve encompasses more than 200 acres, with more than three miles of nature trails through a mature piedmont forest, a man-made wetland area and a historic mansion.

Ed Kane's Water Taxis

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1735 Lancaster Street
Baltimore, MD 21231
Phone: 410-563-3901
Fax: 410-276-3125
Web Site: www.thewatertaxi.com
Neighborhood: Inner Harbor

Our water transportation system of 16 blue-and-white boats is the oldest of its kind in the country. We offer one price for all-day, unlimited on-off service to more than 30 attractions and neighborhoods, with group discounts and special offers available.

Entertainer Charters

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P.O. Box 3262
Annapolis, MD 21403
Phone: 410-263-5196
Fax: 410-263-9030
Web Site: www.entertainercharters.com
Neighborhood: Baltimore Metro

A luxurious Hatteras motor yacht features intimate sit-down dinners for up to 20 or buffet for 45. Entertain groups, family or friends with premium bar, customized catering, cruises to Baltimore, St. Michaels, Rock Hall or lighthouses.

ESPN Zone

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601 E. Pratt Street
The Power Plant
Baltimore, MD 21202
Phone: 410-685-3776
Fax: 410-244-8222
Web Site: www.espnzone.com/baltimore
Neighborhood: Inner Harbor

This sports-themed dining and entertainment experience in Baltimore's Inner Harbor features the Studio Grill, Screening Room and the Sports Arena--all ideal for private events and group functions.

Evergreen Museum & Library

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4545 N. Charles Street
(The Johns Hopkins University Museums)
Baltimore, MD 21210
Phone: 410-516-0341
Fax: 410-516-0864
Web Site: www.museums.jhu.edu
Neighborhood: Charles Village/Homewood

A magnificent Gilded Age mansion on 26 landscaped acres. Take a tour of its world-class collections, including Tiffany art glass, post-impressionist paintings, and Asian decorative arts, assembled by the B&O Railroad's Garrett family.

Everyman Theatre

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1727 N. Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Phone: 410-752-2208
Fax: 410-752-5891
Web Site: www.everymantheatre.org
Neighborhood: Baltimore Metro

This mid-size equity theater with a professional repertory company of artists from the Baltimore/Washington area is dedicated to presenting quality theater that is accessible and affordable to everyone.

Fell's Point Corner Theatre

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251 S. Ann Street
Baltimore, MD 21231
Phone: 410-466-8341
Fax: 410-542-3561
Web Site: www.fpct.org
Neighborhood: Fell's Point

This intimate community theater features an off-Broadway menu of avant-garde and classic plays, including Baltimore playwrights? original productions.

Fire Museum of Maryland

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1301 York Road
Lutherville, MD 21093
Phone: 410-321-7500
Fax: 410-763-8433
Web Site: www.firemuseummd.org
Neighborhood: North - 10 to 20 miles

 

Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine

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2400 E. Fort Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21230
Phone: 410-962-4290
Fax: 410-962-2500
Web Site: www.nps.gov/fomc
Neighborhood: South - Less than 10 miles

This 18th-century brick fort defended Baltimore Harbor during the War of 1812 and is the birthplace of the American national anthem. Park rangers offer visitor programs and special events that highlight the park's history.

France-Merrick Performing Arts Center

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12 N. Eutaw Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Phone: 410-837-7400
Fax: 443-703-2445
Web Site: www.france-merrickpac.com
Neighborhood: Westside

The historic Hippodrome Theatre, located in the heart of downtown's Westside, has been offering great entertainment since 1914. Newly renovated, it is the home to Toyota Broadway in Baltimore, along with music, dance and family entertainment.

Frederick Douglass-Isaac Myers Maritime Park Museum

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1417 Thames Street
Baltimore, MD 21231
Phone: 410-685-0295 x252
Fax: 410-276-6347
Web Site: www.douglassmyers.org
Neighborhood: Fell's Point

An African American heritage site, this museum and park recounts the history of Frederick Douglass, Isaac Myers and the first black-owned shipyard in the United States. Hands-on activities and boat building engage visitors.

Gallery Imperato

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921 E. Fort Avenue
Suite 120
Baltimore, MD 21230
Phone: 443-257-4166
Fax: 410-783-9302
Web Site: www.galleryimperato.com
Neighborhood: Federal Hill

Art gallery. www.galleryimperato.com.

Geppi's Entertainment Museum

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301 W. Camden Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Phone: 410-625-7060
Fax: 410-625-7090
Web Site: www.geppismuseum.com
Neighborhood: Camden Yards

Take an unprecedented journey through American history with a focus on pop culture in media, toys and comic characters as they shaped our children through a magical blend of entertainment and education.

Gordon Center For Performing Arts

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3506 Gwynnbrook Avenue
Owings Mills, MD 21117
Phone: 410-356-7469
Fax: 410-356-7605
Web Site: www.gordoncenter.com
Neighborhood: West - 10 to 20 miles

This state-of-the-art professional theater presents arts for the enjoyment and education of the community, guided by its commitment to quality and excellence.

Gray Line, Inc.

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10411 Hall Industrial Drive
Frederickburg, VA 22408
Phone: 301-386-8300
Fax: 301-386-2024
Web Site: www.grayline.com
Neighborhood: Baltimore Metro

We offer sightseeing tours for individuals or groups on a large fleet of deluxe 47- and 55-passenger motorcoaches, 21-passenger minibuses and 32-passenger trolleys. We charter buses anywhere in the United States and Canada.

Greenspring Tours, Inc.

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P.O. Box 358
Timonium, MD 21094-0358
Phone: 410-561-1119
Fax: 410-560-0648
Web Site: www.greenspringtours.com
Neighborhood: Baltimore Metro

We showcase the culture, cuisine and heritage of Baltimore, Annapolis and Washington, D.C., through themed travel packages, guide service, and complete tour and transportation planning. Member of NTA and BACVA.

Harbor East

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1040 Hull Street
Suite 200
Baltimore, MD 21230
Phone: 443-573-4466
Fax: 443-573-4404
Web Site: www.harboreast.com
Neighborhood: Harbor East

Baltimore's premier waterfront entertainment-lifestyle destination is located where President Street meets Aliceanna Street. Harbor East offers a collection of the area's finest restaurants and retail establishments.

Harbor Pass

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, MD
Web Site: www.baltimore.org/visitors/v_reservations_hp.html
Neighborhood: Baltimore Metro

 

Harborplace & The Gallery at Harborplace

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200 E. Pratt Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
Phone: 410-332-4191
Fax: 410-547-7317
Web Site: www.harborplace.com
Neighborhood: Inner Harbor

The heart of Baltimore's renowned Inner Harbor, Harborplace & The Gallery feature a mix of 120 unique shops, 13 restaurants and 30 diverse eateries, plus live seasonal entertainment on the waterfront.

HarborSail L.L.C.

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1001 Fell Street
Baltimore, MD 21231
Phone: 410-428-1711
Fax: 410-879-8848
Web Site: www.harborsail.com
Neighborhood: Fell's Point

Enjoy a day cruise or sunset sail with six guests or fewer. Sit back and take in the sights or hoist a sail or pull a line. Reservations are recommended. Sailing instruction and rentals are also available.

Herr Foods Inc. Visitors Center

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20 Herr Drive
P.O. Box 300
Nottingham, PA 19362
Phone: 800-63-SNACK
Fax: 610-932-4961
Web Site: www.herrs.com
Neighborhood: North - 20+ miles

Take the free tour and see your favorite snacks being made at this manufacturer of quality snack foods since 1946. Visit our gift shop and Chipper's Cafe. We are wheelchair-accessible and offer free parking. Call to schedule your tour.

Historic Mt. Vernon Belvedere District

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1228 N. Calvert Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
Phone: 410-528-1919
Fax: 410-659-0664
Web Site: www.mvba.org
Neighborhood: Mount Vernon

A National Register Historic District, Mount Vernon encompasses the best of what city living has to offer. This solidly fashionable and lively neighborhood not only serves as Baltimore's cultural center, but is also home to world renowned mid-19th century architecture that provides a gracious urban living experience. Take a stroll up historic Charles street to the Washington Monument. Visit our many boutique shops from the Monument to Penn Station.

Historical Electronics Museum

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1745 West Nursery Road
Linthicum, MD 21090
Phone: 410-765-3803
Fax: 410-765-0240
Web Site: www.hem-usa.org
Neighborhood: BWI Airport

This museum presents a comprehensive collection of electronics developed for the defense of our country, the technologies that made them possible and the commercial products derived from them. Admission is free.

Homewood Museum

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3400 N. Charles Street
(The Johns Hopkins University Museums)
Baltimore, MD 21218
Phone: 410-516-5589
Fax: 410-516-7859
Web Site: www.museums.jhu.edu
Neighborhood: Charles Village/Homewood

A national historic landmark built in 1801 by Charles Carroll, Jr. Tour one of the nation's finest examples of Federal-era architecture, renowned for its elegant proportions and superb collection of American decorative arts.

Howard Peters Rawlings Conservatory & Botanic Gardens

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3100 Swann Drive
In Druid Hill Park
Baltimore, MD 21217
Phone: 410-396-0008
Fax: 410-523-8456
Web Site: www.baltimorecity.gov/government/recnparks
Neighborhood: West - Less than 10 miles

Enjoy year-round displays of plant material in five distinct areas of the facility: the 1888 Palm House, the Orchid Room, Mediterranean House, Tropical House and Desert House.

Irish Shrine and Railroad Workers Museum

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918-20 Lemmon Street
Baltimore, MD 21223
Phone: 410-669-8154
Web Site: www.irishshrine.org
Neighborhood: Westside

Honoring the Irish who came to Baltimore to escape the Great Famine, two restored 1840s rowhomes faithfully re-create a typical Irish railroad worker's home and house a shrine dedicated to their memory and experiences.

Jewish Museum of Maryland

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15 Lloyd Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
Phone: 410-732-6400
Fax: 410-732-6451
Web Site: www.jewishmuseummd.org
Neighborhood: Historic Jonestown

The Jewish Museum of Maryland includes two exhibition galleries, two historic synagogues--Lloyd Street (1845) and Bnai Israel (1876)--a research library and archives, and a gift shop.

Kids on the Hill

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2117 Brookfield Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21217
Phone: 410-383-7200
Fax: 410-383-7275
Web Site: www.kidsonthehill.org
Neighborhood: West - Less than 10 miles

This mosaic, glittered, fantastical, kid-created sculpture garden is located in historic Reservoir Hill. For events, directions and products, please visit our Web site.

Knightco Carousels, Inc.

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601 Light Street
Baltimore, MD 21230
Phone: 410-964-0055
Fax: 410-964-0055
Neighborhood: Inner Harbor

This 1906 Antique Herschell-Spillman Menagerie Carousel is located at the Inner Harbor between Rash Field and the Maryland Science Center.

Lacrosse Museum and National Hall of Fame

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113 W. University Parkway
Baltimore, MD 21210
Phone: 410-235-6882 x122
Fax: 410-366-6735
Web Site: www.uslacrosse.org
Neighborhood: West - Less than 10 miles

This museum highlights 350 years of lacrosse history with rare photographs and art, vintage equipment and uniforms, striking sculptures and trophies, and cherished memorabilia and artifacts.

Laurel Park

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Route 198 and Racetrack Road
Laurel, MD 20725
Phone: 301-725-0400
Fax: 410-792-0873
Web Site: www.laurelpark.com
Neighborhood: South - 20+ miles

Site of the Maryland Million, offering live Thoroughbred racing and simulcast racing from across the country.

Lexington Market, Inc.

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400 W. Lexington Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Phone: 410-685-6169
Fax: 410-547-1864
Web Site: www.lexingtonmarket.com
Neighborhood: Westside

Since 1782 the market has provided fresh meats, seafood, produce, international cuisine, prepared foods and in-market dining. Above the 130 merchants' stalls, affordable catered meeting facilities are available.

Light Street Gallery

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1448 Light Street
Baltimore, MD 21230
Phone: 410-234-0047
Fax: 410-234-0097
Web Site: www.lightstreetgallery.com
Neighborhood: Federal Hill

This fine art gallery specializes in original figurative art, realism, surrealism, fantasy trompe l?oeil and nudes, with group theme shows and solo exhibitions throughout the year. You Gotta Have Art!

Lucinda Gallery & Unique Boutique

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929 S. Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21230
Phone: 410-727-2782
Web Site: www.yessy.com/lucindagallery
Neighborhood: Federal Hill

Fine art and unique gifts are created by over 30 artists include hand-painted washable glassware and ceramics, designer jewelry, paintings, prints, sculpture, accessories, candles, greeting cards, and more. Hold your next reception or party in this intimate, beautiful gallery.

Mahogany Exchange/Out of Africa Gallery III

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111 W. Saratoga Street
(between Park Ave. and Cathedral St.)
Baltimore, MD 21201
Phone: 410-752-5808
Neighborhood: Mount Vernon

We feature renowned African, African American and local artists displaying oils and mixed media, antique black Madonnas, antique museum artifacts, furniture, textiles, dinnerware, glassware, baskets, dolls, stools, jewelry, custom clothing, leather, wedding attire, cards, meeting rooms, reunions, books, fabric, and ready-made clothing for men, women and children.

Maryland Department of Natural Resources

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580 Taylor Avenue, D-4
Tawes State Office Building
Annapolis, MD 21401
Phone: 410-260-8014
Fax: 410-260-8024
Web Site: www.dnr.maryland.gov
Neighborhood: Baltimore Metro

Visit this site for details about outdoor activities throughout the state of Maryland: www.dnr.maryland.gov.

Maryland Historical Society

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201 W. Monument Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Phone: 410-685-3750
Fax: 410-962-7058
Web Site: www.mdhs.org
Neighborhood: Mount Vernon

Maryland Historical Society is one of the oldest cultural institutions housing some of the oldest collections in the United States, founded in 1844. It is home of the original manuscript of Francis Scott Key's 'star Spangled Banner.? The museum boasts of the East Coast's finest decorative art collection.

Maryland Science Center

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601 Light Street
Baltimore, MD 21230
Phone: 410-545-5927
Fax: 410-545-5973
Web Site: www.mdsci.org
Neighborhood: Inner Harbor

One of Baltimore's premier locations for family entertainment is located at the famed Inner Harbor, offering three full floors of hands-on exhibits, IMAX films, planetarium shows, kids? room, observatory, science store and a new cafe.

McFadden Art Glass

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6800 Eastern Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21224
Phone: 410-631-6039
Web Site: www.mcfaddenartglass.com
Neighborhood: Canton

Located just east of Canton, this exquisite glassblowing studio, art gallery and gift shop is minutes from the Inner Harbor. There are live, hot glassblowing demonstrations along with hands-on activities for all ages. Call ahead for times and events. The Glass Grill Restaurant & Bar now on-site.

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament

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7000 Arundel Mills Circle
Hanover, MD 21076
Phone: 443-755-0011
Fax: 443-755-0033
Web Site: www.medievaltimes.com
Neighborhood: South - 10 to 20 miles

Feast on a four-course meal while watching spectacular pageantry, exquisite horsemanship and an authentic medieval jousting tournament--an unforgettable evening for the entire family.

Mount Clare Museum House

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1500 Washington Boulevard
Carroll Park
Baltimore, MD 21230
Phone: 410-837-3262
Fax: 410-837-0251
Web Site: www.mountclare.org
Neighborhood: Westside

Maryland's finest example of a Georgian country estate and Baltimore's oldest house was the home of Charles Carroll, barrister. This National Historic Landmark, filled with original family furnishings, depicts the grand style of 18th-century living. Free parking.

Mount Vernon Cultural District

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217 N. Charles Street
Suite 100
Baltimore, MD 21201
Phone: 410-605-0462
Fax: 410-244-8670
Web Site: www.mvcd.org
Neighborhood: Mount Vernon

This district comprises 12 cultural and historic destinations located in historic Mount Vernon within three blocks of America's first monument to George Washington. Tours are available.

Mountain Branch Golf Course

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1827 Mountain Road
Joppa, MD 21085
Phone: 410-836-9600
Fax: 410-836-0067
Web Site: www.mountainbranch.com
Neighborhood: East - 10 to 20 miles

This true golf and entertainment destination offers a challenging 18-hole public course. The Grille & Pub, among the area's most popular restaurants, offers fabulous cuisine and relaxing ambience ideal for outings, meetings and events; just minutes from I-95.

Mystic Whaler Cruises

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P.O. Box 189
Mystic, CT 06355
Phone: 860-460-7882
Fax: 860-536-4219
Web Site: www.mysticwhaler.com
Neighborhood: Inner Harbor

Connecticut Tall Ship visits Baltimore for overnight sails in the Chesapeake Bay. At three days each, cruises run late September through mid-October, accommodating 34 passengers.

National Aquarium in Baltimore

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501 E. Pratt Street
Pier 3
Baltimore, MD 21202
Phone: 410-576-3800
Fax: 410-576-8641
Web Site: www.aqua.org
Neighborhood: Inner Harbor

Stunning exhibits and more than 11,000 aquatic animals, plus the widely lauded new exhibit, Animal Planet Australia, make this Inner Harbor destination Baltimore's most popular attraction. Express entry is available when you purchase tickets online at www.aqua.org.

National Federation of the Blind

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1800 Johnson Street
Baltimore, MD 21230
Phone: 410-659-9314
Fax: 410-685-5653
Web Site: www.nfb.org
Neighborhood: Baltimore Metro

Consumer organization for the blind and low vision.

National Katyn Memorial Foundation

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131 S. Potomac Street
Baltimore, MD 21224
Phone: 410-960-6890
Fax: 410-276-5555
Web Site: www.KatynBaltimore.com
Neighborhood: Baltimore Metro

Located outside, this scupture by Andrew Pitynski at Katyn Circle, Inner Harbor East, is dedicated to all mistreated prisoners of war, the Polish officers murdered by the Soviets in 1940 in the Katyn Forest being an extreme example.

National Museum of Dentistry

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31 S. Greene Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Phone: 410-706-0600
Fax: 410-706-8313
Web Site: www.dentalmuseum.org
Neighborhood: Westside

See amazing teeth feats, marvel at George Washington's choppers (they're not made of wood after all!), sing along to vintage toothpaste commercials, and discover fascinating hands-on exhibitions about the power of a healthy smile.

Patapsco Flea Market

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1400 W. Patapsco Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21224
Web Site: www.patapscofleamarket.com
Neighborhood: South - Less than 10 miles

 

Phoenix Shot Tower

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801 E. Fayette Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
Phone: 410-605-2964
Fax: 410-528-1196
Web Site: www.carrollmuseums.org
Neighborhood: Historic Jonestown

This Baltimore landmark was the tallest building in the United States when it was built. From 1828 to 1892, molten lead was dropped 215 feet to make shot for guns.

Pimlico Race Course

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Hayward and Winner Avenues
Baltimore, MD 21215
Phone: 410-542-9400
Fax: 410-367-5651
Web Site: www.pimlico.com
Neighborhood: North - Less than 10 miles

Home of the Preakness, middle jewel of the Triple Crown, this track offers live Thoroughbred racing plus simulcast racing from across the country.

Pintail Yachts and Nautical Destinations

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312 Third Street
Suite 102
Annapolis, MD 21403
Phone: 410-626-1888
Fax: 410-626-1877
Web Site: www.pintailyachts.com
Neighborhood: East - 20+ miles

Featuring the Chesapeake Bay's finest luxury private yachts, we specialize in corporate clients, weddings and social extravaganzas. Full-service event planning is available for your next event. The best events are on the water!

Port Discovery Children's Museum

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35 Market Place
Baltimore, MD 21202
Phone: 410-727-8120
Fax: 410-727-3042
Web Site: www.portdiscovery.org
Neighborhood: Inner Harbor/City Center

Port Discovery, the Children's Museum in Baltimore offers three floors of educational and interactive exhibits, programs and activities for children ages 2-10 years old. Ranked among the top five children's museum in the United States (Child Magazine, Feb 2002)!

Power Plant / The Cordish Company

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601 E. Pratt Street
The Power Plant, 6th Floor
Baltimore, MD 21202
Phone: 410-752-5444
Fax: 410-659-9491
Web Site: www.cordish.com
Neighborhood: Inner Harbor

Located in Baltimore's Inner Harbor, the country's preeminent entertainment complex features the Hard Rock Cafe, Barnes & Noble, Gold's Gym and the first-ever ESPN Zone--a perfect downtown destination.

Power Plant Live!

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34 Market Place
Baltimore, MD 21202
Phone: 410-727-LIVE(5483)
Fax: 410-659-9491
Web Site: www.powerplantlive.com
Neighborhood: Inner Harbor/City Center

Baltimore's premier dining and entertainment district, located adjacent to the Inner Harbor. This exciting development features entertainment, restaurants and nightclubs?all spilling out into a common plaza with outdoor seating.

Presenting Baltimore

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3501 Century Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21227
Phone: 410-539-1344
Fax: 410-461-9994
Web Site: www.presentingbaltimore.com
Neighborhood: Baltimore Metro

This professional destination management company, founded in 1983, specializes in meeting planning and convention management, transportation/shuttle services, airport meet/greet, special event production, spouse programs, custom tours, sports outings, and entertainment for corporations and associations.

Pride of Baltimore, Inc.

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World Trade Center
401 E. Pratt Street, Suite 222
Baltimore, MD 21202
Phone: 410-539-1151
Fax: 410-539-1190
Web Site: www.marylandspride.org
Neighborhood: Inner Harbor

This representative of an 1812-era Baltimore Clipper promotes economic trade and tourism for Maryland and Baltimore city. When in home Chesapeake Bay waters, she provides public day sails and is available for group sails/receptions.

Project Liberty Ship, Inc. (S.S. John W. Brown)

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2000 S. Clinton Street
Pier One
Baltimore, MD 21224-5803
Phone: 410-558-0646
Fax: 410-558-1737
Web Site: www.liberty-ship.com
Neighborhood: Inner Harbor

This nonprofit organization is dedicated to the restoration and operation of the WWII Liberty Ship S.S. John W. Brown as a living memorial museum. The ship makes Living History Cruises on the bay. Call for more information.

Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History & Culture

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830 E. Pratt Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
Phone: 443-263-1800
Fax: 410-333-1138
Web Site: www.africanamericanculture.org
Neighborhood: Historic Jonestown

A major Inner Harbor tourist destination, this museum highlights the history and accomplishments of Maryland's African American community, featuring exhibitions, resource centers, a cafe and a gift shop.

Ride the Ducks of Baltimore

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25 Light Street
Suite 300
Baltimore, MD 21202
Phone: 410-727-DUCK
Fax: 410-727-8659
Web Site: www.baltimoreducks.com
Neighborhood: Inner Harbor

Take a Baltimore adventure aboard an amphibious duck! See the city from both land and sea as the expedition takes you through historic sites and neighborhoods, then plunges into the Inner Harbor for a water tour!

Ripken Stadium / Aberdeen IronBirds

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873 Long Drive
Aberdeen, MD 21001
Phone: 410-297-9292
Fax: 410-297-6653
Web Site: www.ironbirdsbaseball.com
Neighborhood: North - 20+ miles

Home of the Aberdeen IronBirds, who provide a family atmosphere and great entertainment. The IronBirds have been sold out for six seasons due to popular demand for season tickets, group outings, and company picnics.

Robert McClintock Studio Gallery

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1809 Thames Street
Baltimore, MD 21231
Phone: 410-814-2800
Web Site: www.robertmcclintock.com
Neighborhood: Fell's Point

McClintock's original work and giclee prints are creatively displayed on the walls of his airy, light-filled, waterfront studio gallery in Fell's Point. The unique, affordable art is priced from $12 to $1,200.

Sail Baltimore

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3720 Dillon Street
2nd Floor
Baltimore, MD 21224
Phone: 410-522-7300
Fax: 410-522-3405
Web Site: www.sailbaltimore.org
Neighborhood: Fell's Point

We produce an annual program of visiting ships from around the world for visitors to enjoy, including international vessels, tall ships, military ships, and environmental and educational vessels.

Segs in the City

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2003 Fleet Street
Baltimore, MD 21231
Phone: 1-800-SEGS-393
Web Site: www.segsinthecity.net
Neighborhood: Fell's Point

An exciting way to see the historic district of Baltimore, our one- and two-hour daily Segway Safaris give you a great overview, excellent photo spots, and an up-close-and-personal look at a unique place of history and culture.

Spirit of Baltimore, Lady Baltimore and Prince Charming -- Harbor Cruises -- Spirit Cruises

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561 Light Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
Phone: 410-727-3113
Fax: 410-727-6854
Web Site: www.harborcruises.com
Neighborhood: Inner Harbor

Our enclosed, climate-controlled and beautifully renovated Spirit of Baltimore along with our classic Lady Baltimore offer year-round sailing. Enjoy lunch, dinner, crab and holiday cruises along with our special events! Seasonal sunset cruises and 75-minute sightseeing cruises from April-September.

Sports Legends Museum at Camden Yards

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301 W. Camden Street
Baltimore, MD 21230
Phone: 410-727-1539
Fax: 410-727-1652
Web Site: www.baberuthmuseum.com
Neighborhood: Camden Yards

This 22,000-square-foot museum includes exhibits devoted to Johnny Unitas, the Baltimore Orioles and Colts, and Baltimore's Negro Leagues, as well as the Maryland Terrapins and college athletics. The nearby Babe Ruth Birthplace Museum showcases material devoted exclusively to the Sultan of Swat.

St. Alphonsus Shrine

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114 W. Saratoga Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Phone: 410-685-6090
Fax: 410-244-1670
Web Site: