Things to Do Near Port of Baltimore

Aquatic exhibits at Baltimore's Inner Harbor aquarium.

Plan for the day before

Drive time

10 min from port

Time needed

2-3 hours

Cost

$50 adults, $40 youth (5-20), free under 5

Best for: Consider your group's interests and available time

Pro tip: Check ticket times and current exhibit access; leave a separate visit rather than promising a full aquarium trip before boarding.

Three floors of interactive play and exhibits for children in Baltimore.

Plan for the day before

Drive time

10 min from port

Time needed

2-3 hours

Cost

$25 per person, free under 1

Best for: Consider your group's interests and available time

Pro tip: Check age guidance and ticket availability, and allow a separate visit for the museum.

Hands-on science exhibits, a planetarium, and theater experiences by the Inner Harbor.

Plan for the day before

Drive time

10 min from port

Time needed

2-3 hours

Cost

Adults $34.95; children ages 3–12 $26.95; seniors age 62+ $33.95. IMAX costs an additional $5; check current prices.

Best for: Families with curious kids who like to touch everything

Pro tip: Check which shows are included with admission and whether any require a separate reservation.

An interactive pirate-themed harbor cruise from Fell's Point.

Plan for the day before

Drive time

10 min from port

Time needed

1.5 hours

Cost

$25 per person

Best for: Consider your group's interests and available time

Pro tip: Choose a family-appropriate departure and check the sailing duration, boarding point, and ticket terms.

Dragon-shaped pedal boats operated on Baltimore's Inner Harbor.

A shorter stop; check your timing

Drive time

10 min from port

Time needed

30-45 min

Cost

$16-22 for 2 or 4 person boats

Best for: Families wanting a quick, fun, on-the-water activity

Pro tip: Check the operator's seasonal and weather-dependent opening schedule and current boat restrictions before going.

A historic harbor fort associated with the defense of Baltimore and the national anthem.

Plan for the day before

Drive time

5 min from port

Time needed

1-2 hours

Cost

$15 adults, free for kids 15 and under

Best for: Consider your group's interests and available time

Pro tip: Check NPS access, current fees, and visitor notices; the grounds and historic fort have different visit considerations.

A waterfront park with play areas, gardens, and harbor views at Baltimore's Inner Harbor.

A shorter stop; check your timing

Drive time

9 min from port

Time needed

1-2 hours

Cost

Free

Best for: Families with toddlers and young kids who need to burn off energy

Pro tip: Check the park's current activity and event notices and choose a short route through the open spaces.

A scheduled passenger-boat service across Baltimore's harbor.

Plan for the day before

Drive time

10 min from port

Time needed

1-2 hours

Cost

$14 all-day pass adults, $6 kids (4-10)

Best for: Families wanting to cover ground without exhausting little legs

Pro tip: Confirm the route, season, fare, and return sailing; do not assume every waterfront stop has service every day.

Railroad collections and the historic B&O Roundhouse at the National Museum of Railroad History & Innovation.

Plan for the day before

Drive time

Check your route to the terminal

Time needed

Choose a visit length that fits your plans

Cost

Check current admission, reservations, and optional charges.

Best for: Consider your group's interests and available time

Pro tip: The operator now uses the National Museum of Railroad History & Innovation name; check train-ride dates separately from museum admission.

Art from cultures around the world at Baltimore's Mount Vernon museum.

Plan for the day before

Drive time

Check your route to the terminal

Time needed

Choose a visit length that fits your plans

Cost

Check current admission, reservations, and optional charges.

Best for: Consider your group's interests and available time

Pro tip: Check the current gallery schedule and opening days before planning your museum visit.

Exhibits about Baltimore's industrial and working-waterfront history.

Plan for the day before

Drive time

Check your route to the terminal

Time needed

Choose a visit length that fits your plans

Cost

Check current admission, reservations, and optional charges.

Best for: Consider your group's interests and available time

Pro tip: Use the museum's current visitor page for hours; an older tourism listing carries a different schedule.

A self-guided look around Fell's Point's historic streets and waterfront.

A shorter stop; check your timing

Drive time

10 min from port

Time needed

1-2 hours

Cost

Free to explore (shopping/food costs vary)

Best for: Teens who like exploring, shopping, and good food spots

Pro tip: Choose specific shops or food stops from their current opening hours, and keep the walk bounded.

Golf-target games and dining in reservable hitting bays.

Plan for the day before

Drive time

12 min from port

Time needed

1-2 hours

Cost

$30-50/hour per bay (up to 6 players)

Best for: Groups, teens who want something active and social

Pro tip: Check current bay availability, age supervision rules, and the time needed for your group.

A hilltop park above Baltimore's Inner Harbor.

A shorter stop; check your timing

Drive time

8 min from port

Time needed

20-30 min

Cost

Free

Best for: Anyone who wants a quick activity with a great view

Pro tip: Check current park access and choose a route suited to your mobility and return plans.

The Orioles' downtown ballpark offers scheduled visitor tours.

Plan for the day before

Drive time

10 min from port

Time needed

1-2 hours

Cost

Tour: $14 adults. Game tickets vary by date.

Best for: Sports fans, baseball lovers, anyone interested in architecture

Pro tip: Check whether a tour is running on your date; game and event schedules can change access.

Art by self-taught creators in a museum near Baltimore's harbor.

Plan for the day before

Drive time

7 min from port

Time needed

1-2 hours

Cost

$16 adults, $10 kids (7+), free under 7

Best for: Art lovers, anyone who appreciates quirky and unconventional

Pro tip: Check current exhibitions and visitor information, and plan a separate museum visit.

A Federal Hill food market with individual dining businesses.

A shorter stop; check your timing

Drive time

8 min from port

Time needed

45 min - 1 hour

Cost

Free to explore (food costs vary)

Best for: Foodies, couples, anyone wanting a quick bite with variety

Pro tip: Check the hours and menu of the vendor you want; the market's opening time does not establish every kitchen's schedule.

A waterfront walk past Baltimore's harbor attractions.

A shorter stop; check your timing

Drive time

10 min from port

Time needed

1-2 hours

Cost

Free

Best for: Anyone wanting a scenic walk before boarding

Pro tip: Choose a short out-and-back section and check the return route before leaving your luggage.

A preserved sail-powered U.S. Navy warship at Baltimore's Inner Harbor.

Plan for the day before

Drive time

10 min from port

Time needed

45 min - 1 hour

Cost

$20 adults, $8 youth (6-14), free under 6

Best for: History and maritime enthusiasts, couples looking for a quick activity

Pro tip: Check ship access, ticket inclusions, and mobility guidance before planning a visit below decks.