Baltimore is the largest city in Maryland and one of the major ports on the East Coast of the United States. Its harbour has shaped the city's working life for generations, and a visit here tends to feel more like a city at work than a polished resort town.
Locals and visitors alike know the city by two other names: Charm City and B-More. Both are used freely in everyday conversation, and hearing them is part of getting a feel for the place.
What a visit offers
- The harbour: the waterfront is the natural place to begin, since the port is the reason the city grew where it did.
- City neighbourhoods: Baltimore is made up of distinct districts, and wandering between them shows how varied the city is in character.
- Port life: for anyone interested in shipping and industry, the working port gives a direct view of the trade that still drives the city.
Planning your trip
Baltimore sits in Maryland, on the eastern seaboard of the United States, which makes it a practical stop for travellers moving along the East Coast. Plan your days around the areas you most want to see, and allow time to move between the harbour and the neighbourhoods, which can feel quite different from one another.
If you enjoy cities with a strong sense of their own identity and a working waterfront at their centre, Baltimore is worth considering. Check current details for opening times and transport before you travel, as these can change.
