If you visit Baltimore for even a day, you'll see why it's known as the "Charm City" for its picturesque harbour and friendly locals. Visit the National Aquarium to learn more about what lies under the surface. Check out the American Visionary Arts Museum for some out-of-this-world artwork.

Come visit the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of African American History & Culture to learn about the region's past and present while engaging your creative side. Pamper yourself in the luxurious Four Seasons. Charm abounds, and exciting experiences wait for you in Baltimore.

Travel To The Inner Harbor

The Maryland Science Center, the National Aquarium, and the American Visionary Arts Museum may all be found in this waterfront paradise in the middle of Baltimore. It's a breeze to travel around the port, surrounded by great places to eat and shop. The 7-mile brick promenade may be explored on foot, by bike, or by renting a scooter; visitors can also take a water taxi or a Harbor Cruise to see the sights from the sea.

Celebrate Like a Pirate in Fells Point

Fells Point is proud to continue the tradition of flying the pirate flag that earned Baltimore the nickname "Nest of Pirates" from the British Navy. Simply strolling the charming lanes will make you sense the presence of infamous pirates from years gone by. Get away from those boring landlubbers and set sail with Urban Pirates.

Family-friendly cruises are available, and so are trips for adults alone. Or, if you like, schedule a stop in Fells Point for the annual Privateer Festival, which has a parade, a street fair, and more Jolly Rogers than you can shake a cutlass at. It's suggested that you dress up!

African-American Culture and Heritage

The Reginald F. Lewis Museum of African American History and Culture is in Baltimore, Maryland. Learn about the incredible achievements of Maryland's African-American community through 400 years of art and culture.

You may have conversations with legendary figures who have inspired people throughout history. Visit the National Great Blacks in Wax Museum and be astounded as history comes to life before your eyes.

Catch Baltimore's Birds in Act, Ravens or Orioles

Regardless of the season, sports fans in Maryland and the greater Baltimore area always turn up to cheer for their local ball-playing birds. The parking lot of M&T Stadium fills up with Ravens game in the fall and winter. At the same time, in the spring, the greatest baseball stadium in the country, is packed with friends and family watching the Orioles dominate.

Three Amazing Museums for Art Lovers

Even though there are galleries and museums galore all across Baltimore, the three I've included here are truly exceptional. Famous for its extensive collection of ancient Egyptian and other art and antiquities, the Walters Art Museum goes deep into its subject.

How much further on? Some works are seven millennia old! While the Baltimore Museum of Art is certainly well-known for its collection of works by the great masters, such as Rodin's "The Thinker" and the biggest Matisse collection in the world, the museum's new attitude of inclusiveness means that you'll discover pieces from around the world and up to the minute.

Confront Hipsters in Their Own Space

Hampden is perhaps more "Hipster" than Brooklyn or Portland. On and around 36th Street, or "The Avenue", as the locals call it, you'll discover excellent dining options, cocktail bars, and fantastic shopping at indie bookshops, vinyl record stores, and upscale boutiques that live up to their billing.

Check out the music, comedy, and more on Baltimore's First Fridays, or spend a weekend at HONfest or Hampdenfest to see some of the city's top bands. Honest celebrates the Charm City style made famous by director John Waters' Hairspray style.

Visit Artscape, North America's Largest Free Arts Festival

The nation's largest free arts festival, Artscape, takes place in Baltimore every July, drawing tens of thousands of people to the city's Station North Arts & Entertainment District for a weekend of performances in every artistic medium imaginable.

Experience this offbeat yearly event by perusing or purchasing local artwork, listening to headline bands perform on numerous stages, and taking a photo next to one of the many "art vehicles" that line North Charles Street.

Visit the National Aquarium for Some Fin-Tastic Entertainment!

The massive National Aquarium is widely regarded as one of the most important aquariums in the world thanks to its ground-breaking design and commitment to conservation. The National Aquarium is a magnificent place to learn about the ocean and its inhabitant's thanks to exhibits including Animal Planet, as well as the aquarium's 4-D cinema.