Baltimore was designated as an independent city by the Constitution of Maryland [b] in 1851. Though not located under the jurisdiction of any county in the state, it forms part of the Central Maryland region together with the surrounding county that shares its name.
We invite you to wander through eclectic neighborhoods and visit a variety of attractions at your leisure, or select from one of our many guided tour opportunities. Scroll down for our recommendations of what to do in Baltimore. The Baltimore restaurant scene is thriving.
Spend a day in Baltimore and you'll understand how its beautiful waterfront views, people and experiences earned it the name "Charm City." Explore the wonders of the undersea world at the National Aquarium. Open your mind with out-of-this-world art at the American Visionary Arts Museum.
Brandon M. Scott is the 52nd Mayor of Baltimore City, and the youngest person elected to the position in over a century. Mayor Scott is committed to ending gun violence, restoring public trust in local government, and building a more equitable Baltimore for families to thrive.
Ranking of the top 15 things to do in Baltimore. Travelers favorites include #1 Baltimore Museum of Art, #2 The Walters Art Museum and more.
Baltimore is the largest city in Maryland and the state’s economic center. Lying about 40 miles (65 km) northeast of Washington, D.C., it constitutes the northeastern hub of the Baltimore-Washington metropolitan area. It was established in 1729 as a port for shipping tobacco and grain.
Save this place to a Trip, where you can track your faves and get personalized picks as you plan. Since the redevelopment of the Inner Harbor in the late 1970s, Baltimore has set the standard for urban renewal.