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Baltimore Tourism At a Glance

Best Time to Visit Baltimore Maryland
Much like the rest of the Mid-Atlantic, Baltimore experiences all four seasons. Keep in mind though that since it's on the water, the weather can change often. Spring is a great time to visit Baltimore - not only for baseball games at Camden Yards, but for the picturesque scenery.

Baltimore plays hosts to several festivals and events year-round. One of its major tourist attractions is Preakness, a segment of the Triple Crown. This event takes place in May and draws a huge crowd. The city holds many waterfront and neighborhood festivals during the summer as well, including Artscape, a three-day event honoring the arts. Click Here to find hotels in Baltimore. If you need additional visitor information for Baltimore, Click Here.

Average Baltimore Weather
Average temperatures in the spring and fall are a mild 50 to 60 degrees. In winter, temperatures aren't known to drop much lower than 30 degrees, but occasional snow is possible. Summers tend to be very hot and humid, with average temperatures in the 80s and 90s.

Transportation
Most visitors to Baltimore choose to tour the city in a car. It's fairly easy to navigate, given its many alternating one-way streets. Parking can be rather expensive, especially if you're downtown. If you're planning to travel from the Inner Harbor to areas north, it's wise to take a cab. You can find taxis at most major hotels, the train station and scattered throughout the harbor. Depending on the distance you're traveling, fares range from $5 to $10.

For those staying in downtown Baltimore, the Metro offers limited service. Don't depend on it as your sole source of transportation. If you're heading into the suburbs or BWI Airport, the Metro is great. It also makes stops at Camden Yards, Penn Station and Mount Washington.

In-Season Costs
If you're staying in downtown Baltimore during the spring or summer, rates might be a little higher. The Inner Harbor is slightly more expensive than other parts of Baltimore, but you should be able to find some bargains. Less expensive than the nation's capital, Baltimore won't break the bank.

Maryland Tourism - Baltimore Attractions, Activities and Day Trips

  • Annapolis: Annapolis is one of the oldest cities in the country. The U.S. Naval Academy was established here in 1845. Visitors to Annapolis will enjoy the waterfront festivals that take place each summer. Annapolis is known as a boating community, and tour and cruises are available much of the year. Annapolis is about one hour south of Baltimore by car.

  • Ocean City: If you have a little time to play while you're in Baltimore, head over to Ocean City. Just three hours east of the city, this vacation spot is best suited for a weekend getaway. The resort town is an escape for Baltimoreans. Deep-sea fishing, windsurfing, sailing, cruising the boardwalk, or just lounging on the beach are favorite pastimes here.
  • Washington DC: The nation's capital is just 35 miles away, easily accessible by train or by car via the Baltimore-Washington Parkway. Take a day to explore the White House, the Mall, the monuments and the Smithsonian museums. If you're planning to drive to D.C., keep in mind that rush hour will tack on at least an hour to your commute.

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    Fun Things to do during your Baltimore MD Vacation - Top Baltimore MD Tourist Attractions and Activities

    Popular attractions in Baltimore MD include National Aquarium, Baltimore's Inner Harbor and Fort Mchenry. View all attractions in Baltimore MD.

    Fun things to do in Baltimore MD include Lexington Market, Maryland Science Center and Harbor Place And The Gallery. View all things to do in Baltimore MD.

    Popular events in Baltimore MD include Royal Comedy Tour at 1st Mariner Arena, Wishful Drinking at Hippodrome Performing Arts Center and Come Fly Away at Modell Performing Arts Center at the Lyric. View all events in Baltimore MD or view our Baltimore MD calendar.

    Looking for things to do on a rainy day? View our list of indoor activities in Baltimore MD.

    Places to stay in Maryland - Top Maryland Accommodations

    Some of the most popular places to stay in Baltimore MD include Hampton Inn Owings Mills, MD, Howard Johnson Pikesville and Best Western Plus Envy Downtown Inner Harbor. View all places to stay in Baltimore MD.

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