Drew DePoy & Stacey Gebler
Things To Do
Christmas Village- Inner Harbor
Christmas Village in Baltimore is a combination of an outdoor and indoor holiday market at West Shore Park at the Inner Harbor. The event is modeled after the traditional Christmas Markets in Germany like the famous Christkindl Market in Nuremberg. Vendors in wooden booths will sell traditional European food, sweets and drinks. You will also find great shopping opportunities with a large variety of international holiday gifts, ornaments, jewelry as well as high-quality arts and crafts.
Federal Hill Park & American Visionary Art Museum
For the BEST panoramic view of the city, take a quick walk to Federal Hill Park. Outside of the incredible view, it boasts an impressive history which you can read about during your visit. While you're in the area, we also recommend a visit to the American Visionary Arts Museum next door. In addition to the beautifully unique art installations, the gift shop is one of Baltimore's best kept secret. Check it out!
Sagamore Spirit Distillery
Check out Kevin Plank's whiskey and other spirits at Sagamore Distillery. Take a tour of the distillery (tickets can be purchased online) followed by lunch at the water front restaurant, Rye Street Tavern.
Guinness Brewery Road Way Express
Come check out the only Guinness Brewery outside of Ireland, just 15 minutes outside the city, and enjoy a Baltimore Blonde Guinness!
Oriole Park at Camden Yards
While baseball may be well out of season, it's still worth a visit to see the beautiful & historic Oriole Park at Camden Yards. If you're lucky, you may be able to wrangle Barry Gebler to provide a personal walking tour, complete with an exciting retelling of his big homerun catch during Cal Ripken's 2131 game.
National Aquarium
Explore award-winning exhibits and meet 20000 animals at the National Aquarium, located on Baltimore's Inner Harbor. Tickets can be purchased online-- it's such a fun place to visit!
SOBO/Federal Hill (Baltimore Neighborhood)
If you're looking for a fun time in a convenient location, you can't go wrong with heading to hub of Fed Hill, which is about a mile away from the room block hotel. If weather permits, take a leisurely stroll through Riverside and check out the row homes on the way. If you're feeling brave, scooters/bikes are available for rent through various apps. And Ubers/Lyfts are always an option if you don't have a car! Diamondback Brewery Company {Brewery/Bar}-- 1215 E Fort Ave #008 Limoncello {Restaurant}-- 900 E Fort Ave Suite 1010 Baba's Mediterranean Kitchen {To-Go Food/Market}-- 745 E Fort Ave Barfly's {Whiskey/Pizza Bar}-- 620 E Fort Ave Di'Pasquales {Italian Food to-go/Market} - 500 Harborview Dr Bohdi Corner Thai {Restaurant}-- 1444 Light St Cross Street Market {Market/Food/Drink} : "The Heart of Federal Hill"-- 1065 S Charles St The Abbey Burger Bistro {Burger Bar}-- 1041 Marshall St Afters Cafe {Dessert & Coffee Cafe} 1001 S Charles St Plantacea {Plant Boutique}-- 828 S Charles St
Fells Point (Baltimore Neighborhood)
There is no neighborhood that encompasses the charm of Charm City better than waterfront Fells Point. This neighborhood is known for its hip pubs and taverns, many with live music, as well as seafood joints serving Chesapeake Bay crab and oysters. Small galleries, record stores, fashion boutiques and eclectic restaurants line the cobblestone streets along the harbor and main square. Thames Oyster House {Restaurant}- 1728 Thames St Cats Eye Pub {Pub/Live Music}- 1730 Thames St Sagamore Pendry {Boutique Hotel & Restaurant}- 1715 Thames St Sound Garden {Independent Music Store}- 1616 Thames St Su Casa {Local Home Goods & Decor}- 901 S Bond St The Horse You Came In On {Legendary Bar} - 1626 Thames St Barcocina {Waterfront Bar/Restaurant}-- 1629 Thames St Rye {Cocktail Bar} -- 1639 Thames St
Canton ( (Baltimore Neighborhood)
The trendy harborside neighborhood of Canton centers on quaint O’Donnell Square Park and its ring of lively sports bars, gastropubs, pastry shops and seafood restaurants. If the weather permits, be sure to check out Canton Waterfront Park and walk along the promenade. 2910 on the Square {Baltimore gift shop} - 2910 O'Donnell St Nacho Mama's {Bar/Restaurant} - 2907 O'Donnell St Cup Love {Cupcakes/desserts} - 2928 O'Donnell St Annabel Lee Tavern {Bar/Restaurant} - 601 S Clinton St Sally O's {Restaurant} - 3531 Gough St Bayside Cantina {Bar/Restaurant} - 2809 Boston St Mr. Nice Guy Cocktails {Cocktail bar} - 800 S Kenwood Ave Bo Brooks {Bar/Restaurant}- 2780 Lighthouse Point E Urban Axes {Axe Throwing} - 1 N Haven St
Inner Harbor/Harbor East (Baltimore Neighborhood)
If you walk through the Inner Harbor during your time in Baltimore, be sure to check out nearby Harbor East; an affluent area known for its vibrant dining scene, with trendy fusion restaurants and slick bars overlooking the docks, plus lots of amazing SHOPPING!
Washington, DC
While we're partial to Baltimore, we of course have to give a nod to the beautiful District of Columbia which is a hop, skip and jump away (or Amtrak ride, to be more exact). There's no denying that DC is a magical place around the holidays, so feel free to hop a train/uber to the district and enjoy some festive sight seeing.