Located within the heart of the capital region on the East Coast of the United States, Baltimore offers a truly American experience combining small town charm with big city adventure in one affordable, unique package. Conveniently located within driving distance of all major mid-Atlantic cities, but without the big city price tag, Baltimore is the perfect addition to your USA itinerary thanks to high-end hotels, award-winning restaurants and world-class museums and attractions.
What to Do in Baltimore
Baltimore is filled with countless vibrant neighborhoods to explore, including the waterfront Inner Harbor, historic Fell’s Point and cultural Mount Vernon.
Baltimore’s Inner Harbor is best known for its gorgeous views, world-class attractions and delicious restaurants. There are also a variety of waterfront activities you can try, such as taking the Water Taxi to a different neighborhood or taking a paddle boat, kayak or sailboat for a more adventurous journey.
One of the oldest neighborhoods in Baltimore, Fell’s Point was once a bustling shipbuilding port and is now home to museums, restaurants, shops and more. Be sure to stop for a drink at The Horse You Came In On Saloon – rumored to be Edgar Allan Poe’s last stop before his mysterious death!
Mount Vernon is the cultural center of Baltimore, home to the first built Washington Monument. Sprinkled among museums, theaters, libraries and concert halls are a number of eclectic boutiques and tried and true eateries. It’s easily accessible from downtown and retains its original charm even as the modern age has evolved around it.
What to Eat in Baltimore
Fancy a bite to eat? Baltimore offers an array of delicious cuisines to cater to your taste buds! You can’t go wrong with seafood thanks to Baltimore’s prime position on the bountiful Chesapeake Bay. Try the city’s famous steamed crabs at local restaurants such as Phillips Seafood, Rusty Scupper and The Choptank, along with other add-ons like Maryland crab soup, crab cakes or oysters.
To satisfy your sweet tooth, try a Baltimore classic like a snowball, a cup of finely shaved ice covered with flavored syrup, at the oldest snowball stand in the country, The Peggy at Walther Gardens. Or indulge in housemade ice cream with only-in-Baltimore mix-ins like Berger cookie or Old Bay at The Charmery or Bmore Licks.
How To Get To Baltimore
Getting to Baltimore couldn’t be easier. Several major highways, rail routes and airlines will bring you directly to this centrally located East Coast city. Other major cities are also a quick drive or train ride away. In less than four hours you can be in New York City, two hours to Philadelphia and one hour to Washington, D.C.
Enjoy the convenience of traveling to Baltimore via train with Amtrak. Skip the traffic and take advantage of downtown-to-downtown service from Baltimore to all major cities—including New York City, Washington D.C., Philadelphia and Boston—throughout the Northeast Corridor on the Northeast Regional and Acela trains from Baltimore Penn Station and BWI airport. Located in the heart of the city, Penn Station is just steps from the Station North Arts & Entertainment District and less than two miles from the Inner Harbor.
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), located just 15 minutes from downtown, offers more than 650 flights daily to more than 70 domestic and international destinations via more than a dozen airline carriers, including direct flights to London, Frankfurt and Iceland. BWI’s 70,000 square foot international terminal renovation offers new restaurants, shops and a bright, elegant gateway into the Baltimore/Washington, D.C. area.
Enjoy the 2026 World Cup in Baltimore
Baltimore is a sports town through and through. Though we may not have a professional soccer team, our love for Ravens football and Orioles baseball runs deep. Plus there are a variety of amateur sports for you to give a go while you’re here.
Baltimore’s prime location, affordability and sports enthusiasm make it the perfect home base for the World Cup. With so many host cities sitting in the northeast regional corridor, fans can easily catch a train from Baltimore’s Penn Station to Philadelphia, New York and Boston. The reliable and comfortable Amtrak service ensures that you can enjoy the World Cup matches in multiple locations while returning to the charm and convenience of Baltimore, all for a fraction of the price of a stay in one of the host cities.
There are a range of sports bars and restaurants, such as Pratt Street Ale House and Claddagh Pub, providing lively atmospheres to watch World Cup matches. The city’s waterfront locations offer scenic views and a festive atmosphere to cheer on your favorite team alongside the locals.
