Things To Do
Museums and Other Attractions
National Aquarium
One of Baltimore's best, located at the Inner Harbor with multiple exhibits, including sharks, dolphins, rainforest habitats, and an Atlantic puffin display. A short rideshare or walk from the hotel. Plan for a couple of hours, and book tickets online in advance; it draws large crowds on the weekends.
Walk Around the Inner Harbor
Baltimore's iconic waterfront promenade, lined with beautiful harborfront views, plus paddle boats and water taxis. A short water taxi ride or rideshare from Fells Point, and an easy way to string together several other attractions in one trip, including Federal Hill Park.
Federal Hill Park
A hilltop park offering one of the best skyline and harbor views in the city, especially at sunset. Located in the Federal Hill neighborhood, a short drive or rideshare from Fells Point, and easy to pair with a stop at the American Visionary Art Museum nearby. Location of Brian and David's "reuniting" date in July 2020 after the worst of COVID.
American Visionary Art Museum
A quirky, joyful museum showcasing self-taught and outsider artists, with imaginative, large-scale installations. Located in Federal Hill near David's old apartment, with great harbor views nearby, this is a short drive or rideshare from Fells Point.
Baltimore Museum of Industry
Housed in a former 1860s oyster cannery on the waterfront at Locust Point, this hands-on museum showcases the diverse and significant human stories behind labor and innovation in Baltimore, including some of the city's many "firsts." A bit of a drive from Fells Point, but a fun, family-friendly stop with great harbor views.
Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine
The birthplace of the Star-Spangled Banner, this historic star-shaped fort offers waterfront walking trails and sweeping harbor views. A short drive or rideshare from Fells Point, or reachable by water taxi for a scenic approach. Brian used to regularly take his dog, Murphy around the Fort Perimeter Walk when Brian lived in nearby Locust Point.
The Walters Art Museum
Free admission to an extensive collection spanning ancient Egyptian artifacts to 19th-century paintings. A short drive or rideshare from Fells Point, easily paired with a stroll around beautiful Mount Vernon. Check out the Washington Monument on your walk around.
Baltimore Museum of Art
Free admission to an impressive collection spanning ancient to contemporary art, including one of the largest holdings of Matisse works in the world. A bit of a trek from Fells Point/Harbor East, but worth it for art lovers.
B&O Railroad Museum
A must for train lovers, featuring historic locomotives and rail cars housed in a stunning roundhouse, on the site of America's first railroad station. Located in southwest Baltimore, a short drive or rideshare from Fells Point. Brian had one of his early childhood birthdays at the B&O!
Edgar Allan Poe's House and Grave
A quick, atmospheric stop for literary fans, Poe is buried in the cemetery at Westminster Hall in downtown Baltimore. A short drive or rideshare from Fells Point, easy to pair with a visit to the Poe House nearby.
Babe Ruth Birthplace and Museum
A fun stop for baseball fans, located in the Babe Ruth's actual birthplace near Camden Yards, with memorabilia spanning his career and Baltimore's baseball history. A short drive or rideshare from Fells Point, easy to combine with a walk around the stadium.
Restaurants
Ekiben
Brian lived 150 feet away from the original Ekiben location in Fells Point and remains an absolute must-have in Baltimore. Try the Bao bun sandwiches and or rice bowls, the Spicy Bird and Neighborhood Bird are out of this world. At one time this place was the highest rated restaurant in Baltimore on Yelp, despite just having 5 counter seats. The original Fells Point location is walkable from the hotel right in the neighborhood, perfect for a quick bite.
The Outpost
A cozy Fed neighborhood spot and another favorite date spot of Brian and Davids, the tin-can nachos and mac and cheese with brisket are delicious, and the Lindsey Lohan cocktail is one of Brian's favorites. A fun stop if you're exploring Federal Hill Park nearby. This is a great choice for dinner before the welcome event on Friday, especially if you visit Fed Hill Park or the American Visionary Art Museum beforehand! About a 15 minute walk to Delia Foley's.
Barfly's
One of our favorite neighborhood bars in Riverside, right in between Brian's house in Locust and David's apartment in Fed, we've had many Old Fashioneds, and many dates at the fourth 2 seater table on the right. The thick crust pizzas and Old Fashioned are some of the best in town. This is a great choice for a casual dinner before the welcome event on Friday! Just about a 10 minute walk to Delia Foley's.
Le Comptoir du Vin
Un excellent restaurant au cœur de Baltimore. One of Brian and David's absolute favorite date spots and a must-go every time we're back in Baltimore. A natural wine bar and neighborhood bistro in Baltimore's Station North Arts District, with just seven to ten dishes chalked on a blackboard each night and a tiny, intimate dining room. Paris bistro vibes tucked into a Baltimore rowhouse. Easily one of the best restaurants in the city. Reservations are recommended and go quickly, so book ahead. A short drive from Fells Point.
Taverns, Bars, and Pubs
Rye
A cozy, vintage-inspired cocktail bar in Fells Point known for expertly crafted whiskey-based cocktails, small plates, and a warm, speakeasy-like vibe. Right in the neighborhood, an easy walk from the hotel.
Max's Taphouse
A Fells Point institution and probably the best beer bar out there. Good food, too. An easy walk from our hotel.
City Limits Sports Bar
It doesn't get more Baltimore local neighborhood tavern than this... And it happened to be 127 feet from Brian's front door in Locust.
Idle Hour
This place is decorated with vinyl records and a lot of Chartreuse bottles. A true local institution worth experiencing; Brian and David were absolutely devastated only finding this gem right before they both moved out of Baltimore, it's a must stop every time we visit. Grab a Last Word at the bar, their signature green Chartreuse cocktail.
Wiley Gunters
Another neighborhood favorite of David and Brian's, this was the stop after a game. Grab a beer and try the Ahi Nachos. A bit of a drive from Fells Point, but a great casual spot for a beer and a bite on that side of town.
Sugarvale
One of our favorite cocktail bar spots, with a cocktail menu that rotates regularly. An intimate, cozy, and dimly lit basement bar with speakeasy vibes, it feels like you're walking into a secret. It's a short drive or rideshare uptown from Fells.
Melanie’s at Griffith's Tavern
A gay-friendly, no-frills neighborhood dive bar in Hampden, known for cheap drinks, Old Fashioneds and jello shots, A welcoming, inclusive spot for a fun night out in one of the fun, funkier neighborhoods of Baltimore
Dutch Courage
A gin-lover's paradise in the Old Goucher neighborhood, with 150 bottles of gin, genever, Old Tom, and barreled gin, plus adventurous cocktails, cheese and charcuterie boards, tinned seafood, and small plates. Cozy, intimate, and run by passionate bartenders with deep Baltimore roots. A short drive from Fells Point, easy to pair pre-dinner drinks before Le Comptoir du Vin.
Breweries
Peabody Heights Brewery
Brian's favorite brewery in Baltimore. A beloved community-centric taproom in the Waverly neighborhood, built on the actual site of the former Baltimore Orioles baseball stadium, it has historic players memorialized on the walls. Known for its inclusive atmosphere, constant stream of events, wide range of beers from IPAs to sours, and a retro arcade room called The Dugout with nearly 50 new and vintage games including pinball. A short drive from Fells Point.
Ministry of Brewing
One of Baltimore's most unique breweries, located in a historic 1857 church converted into a beer hall, two brewing vats sit on the former chancel and altar space, a hand-restored fresco of Jesus looks down on a 20-barrel brewing system, and the wood from the altar was reclaimed to make tables with pews as seating. With 32 rotating taps and 53-foot barrel ceilings, it's an unforgettable setting for a pint. Located in Upper Fells Point, just a short walk from the hotel.
Checkerspot Brewing Company
A woman-owned, independent craft brewery with a welcoming taproom, a wide selection of small-batch beers, and many gluten-reduced options. Named after Maryland's state butterfly, it's a great spot for beer lovers. A short drive from Fells Point, and easy to pair with a walk around Camden Yards.
Union Craft Brewing
One of Baltimore's oldest homegrown craft breweries, located within the Union Collective business hub, a converted former Sears warehouse. Home of the beloved Duckpin Pale Ale, with a spacious taproom and lots of outdoor seating. A short drive from Fells Point, and a great spot to spend a laid-back afternoon.
Monument City Brewing Company
A family-owned brewery founded by brothers Ken and Matt Praay, set in a wide-open historic Baltimore industrial building in Highlandtown, with a front-row seat to their German-designed brewhouse. Even the tap handles are crafted from century-old Douglas Fir wood that once served as mash tanks for a distillery, this brewery has a relaxed neighborhood vibe. A short drive from Fells Point and located very close to Mobtown Brewing.
Mobtown Brewing Company
The first brewery to move back into Baltimore's historic Brewers Hill neighborhood 41 years after National Brewing Company was purchased by Pabst and closed their doors, this brewing features fresh, unique, and adventurous beers with innovative fermentation, souring, and aging techniques. A laid-back warehouse taproom with a rotating food truck, weekly trivia nights, and a beloved resident brewery cat. A short drive from Fells Point and located very close to Monument City Brewing.
Nepenthe Brewing Co.
Named after the Greek mythological potion of forgetfulness referenced in Edgar Allan Poe's "The Raven," a fitting nod to Baltimore's most famous literary son. A spacious taproom in Hampden with an awesome kitchen serving creative bar cuisine. A short drive from Fells Point, and easy to pair with a stroll down The Avenue in Hampden.