Skyline and harbor in Baltimore, Maryland (Scenics of America/Photolink)

Harbor and skyline, Baltimore, Maryland (Corbis)

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What to do in Baltimore

by Lisa Costantini

Though it’s called “Charm City,” Baltimore often gets a bum rap and is overlooked for its neighbor to the south, Washington, D.C., but locals take pride in the old-fashioned harbor town’s beguiling grittiness. Once a thriving seaport, Baltimore was forced to reinvent itself as the shipping industry declined. Now you can enjoy water views from the trendy Inner Harbor shopping and dining district, where the city opens to the Chesapeake Bay. Learn about the area’s underwater residents at the National Aquarium, Baltimore. Then head to the historic Fells Point neighborhood to partake of some famous Maryland Blue Crab, discover an authentic Little Italy, or catch a live band at one of the many area pubs. Baltimore remains in a state of flux, with modern businesses popping up in once-decaying spots, but its charm is sure to be a constant.

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MrsJBolt rates Baltimore
I may have missed the "good parts" of Baltimore, and I only did a day trip in like November, so other times of the year & for longer periods of time it could be a better place to visit...but based on my day-trip to Baltimore, there was not much that would ever make me want to come back. We did the harbor area, which was small. It was pretty, but had nothing to do besides eat at a chain restaurant or go to the expensive aquarium. And driving there we went through some very sketchy areas (not to mention the price of a parking garage...). I also had a friend recently visit Baltimore that has lived in Mexico & traveled the world and said he'd never seen poverty & slums like he saw in Baltimore...so maybe visit if you know a local...if not, skip it.
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I may have missed the "good parts" of Baltimore, and I only did a day trip in like November, so other times of the year & for longer periods of time it could be a better place to visit...but based on my day-trip to Baltimore, there was not much that would ever make me want to come back. We did the harbor area, which was small. It was pretty, but had nothing to do besides eat at a chain restaurant or go to the expensive aquarium. And driving there we went through some very sketchy areas (not to mention the price of a parking garage...). I also had a friend recently visit Baltimore that has lived in Mexico & traveled the world and said he'd never seen poverty & slums like he saw in Baltimore...so maybe visit if you know a local...if not, skip it.
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