Baltimore
Baltimore
Baltimore is among the more enjoyable stops on the east coast, and its closely knit neighborhoods and historic quarters provide an engaging backdrop to many diverse attractions, especially those along its celebrated waterfront , like the Inner Harbor's National Aquarium and the Pier 6 Concert Pavilion and Power Plant entertainment complex. The city also boasts top-rated museums , like the Walters Art Museum and the child-oriented, interactive Port Discovery, which cover everything from fine arts through black history to urban archeology.
Attractions
For a real family adventure, check out the National Aquarium in the Inner Harbor, with an amazing collection of more than 10,000 specimens and 560 species. You'll encounter everything from the gigantic pacific octopus to a blue poison dart frog, and don't forget humpback whales, monkeys, sharks, puffins and more. There's even a simulated rain forest with piranha and sloths, and a coral reef with vividly colored tropical fish.Activities
Let the kids go wild at Port Discovery, the Kid-Powered Museum. With three floors of interactive exhibits, there's something for everyone. Learn the history of baseball and tour Babe Ruth's Birthplace and Museum, listed as a national historic site. Enjoy a great Italian meal in Baltimore's own Little Italy and then take a stroll through the quaint streets. Catch an IMAX movie or planetarium show at the Maryland Science Center. Visit the Baltimore Zoo, home to more than 2,000 exotic animals in a wooded, 180-acre setting. Walk through Federal Hill, a neighborhood on the historic register, and the Cross Street Market.Food
Given its seaside location, it's not surprising that Baltimore has its fair share of great seafood restaurants. But for a true culinary experience, you'll want to stop by one of the many crabhouses you'll come across to try the popular local dish, the Crab Cake. What's so special about it? It's made with Maryland Blue Crabs, which are found predominantly in the brackish waters of the Chesapeake Bay.Currency
The U.S. dollar (USD) is the official currency. Traveler's checks and credit cards are also widely accepted.Weather Forecast
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