Baltimore Inner Harbor - Top Picks

A friend of mine is planning a trip to Baltimore (Maryland) Inner Harbor so I decided to offer up my Top Picks of where to go and what to see while on vacation there. (Note, the info below is just my own personal opinion; I'm not compensated in any way).

Feel free to add your Top Picks in comments as well.

VISIT INNER HARBOR

Barnes & Noble, built inside historic Baltimore Power Plant
Very cool place to visit to see the interior brickwork of this former coal-fired steam power plant, while browsing for your favorite book or magazine. Also see the 16-foot, 3,000-gallon freshwater aquarium inside.

ESPN Zone, next to Barnes & Noble, 601 E. Pratt St., Tel. 410-685-3776
A whole new world for sport fanatics. Amazing sports-themed dining & entertainment experience. Food: Great

Tapas Teatro, 1711 N. Charles St. Tel. 410-332-0110
Small plates, good prices, great tastes.

P.F. Chan's China Bistro, 600 E. Pratt St., Tel. 410-649-2750
Every dish, every bite, absolutely delicious. Warning, prepare yourself for the Dessert cart, esp. 7 layer chocolate cake...oh baby!
Elegant dining atmosphere and also kid-friendly. Go early, reservations suggested.

Berger Cookies, A local Baltimore favorite. Available in local grocery stores or call 1-800-398-2236. A cookie, but more than just a cookie. How best to describe? Ummmm, well, a girl's gotta have her chocolate...

The Baltimore Basilica, America's First Cathedral
Cathedral & Mulberry St., Tel. 410-727-3565
Designed by same architect of the U.S. Capitol; recently completed major restoration and renovation, amazing details seen on the free tour, access to the crypt.

Port Discover Children's Museum
35 Market Pl., Tel. 410-727-8120
Rated one of the Top 5 in the country. All ages kid-friendly; parents will enjoy innovative interactive rooms too! Call for discounts on parking.

National Aquarium Baltimore
501 E. Pratt St., Tel. 410-576-3800
Amazing place to visit! Allow several hours for the full experience: explore different levels, attend the shows, stop for something to eat in their awesome cafe. Best to buy tickets in advance; go online to purchase tickets or plan on standing in line at the ticket window early in the day and returning for entrance at a later time* (*note: use that in-between time to explore the rest of Inner Harbor. There is SO much to do around that area and the time will go by quickly)

Also see my previous post on tips for traveling by car with your kids.

Got a favorite place to add in Baltimore Inner Harbor? Add your comments below or drop me a line.

Have fun and enjoy!

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Regards,
Eva