What are the best things to do with your family in Baltimore, Maryland?|188915

My family and I are visiting Baltimore, Maryland soon and will be there for about a week? We have 2 teenagers. What are some things we might enjoy? Anything we have to do? Anybody know any neat (and preferably cheap) local restaurants?

I actually Live in Baltimore so it may be easy for me to answer the question:

Average Baltimore Weather:
Average temperatures in the spring and fall are a mild 50 to 60 degrees. In winter, temperatures aren_t known to drop much lower than 30 degrees, but occasional snow is possible. Summers tend to be very hot and humid, with average temperatures in the 80s and 90s.

Transportation
Most visitors to Baltimore choose to tour the city in a car. It_s fairly easy to navigate, given its many alternating one-way streets. Parking can be rather expensive, especially if you_re downtown. If you_re planning to travel from the Inner Harbor to areas north, it_s wise to take a cab. You can find taxis at most major hotels, the train station and scattered throughout the harbor. Depending on the distance you_re traveling, fares range from $5 to $10.

For those staying in downtown Baltimore, the Metro offers limited service. Don_t depend on it as your sole source of transportation. If you_re heading into the suburbs or BWI Airport, the Metro is great. It also makes stops at Camden Yards, Penn Station and Mount Washington. (metro buses)

In-Season Costs
If you_re staying in downtown Baltimore during the spring or summer, rates might be a little higher. The Inner Harbor is slightly more expensive than other parts of Baltimore, but you should be able to find some bargains. Less expensive than the nation_s capital, Baltimore won_t break the bank.

Maryland Tourism - Baltimore Attractions, Activities and Day Trips


Annapolis: Annapolis is one of the oldest cities in the country. The U.S. Naval Academy was established here in 1845. Visitors to Annapolis will enjoy the waterfront festivals that take place each summer. Annapolis is known as a boating community, and tour and cruises are available much of the year. Annapolis is about one hour south of Baltimore by car.

Ocean City: If you have a little time to play while you_re in Baltimore, head over to Ocean City. Just three hours east of the city, this vacation spot is best suited for a weekend getaway. The resort town is an escape for Baltimoreans. Deep-sea fishing, windsurfing, sailing, cruising the boardwalk, or just lounging on the beach are favorite pastimes here.

Washington DC: The nation_s capital is just 35 miles away, easily accessible by train or by car via the Baltimore-Washington Parkway. Take a day to explore the White House, the Mall, the monuments and the Smithsonian museums. If you_re planning to drive to D.C., keep in mind that rush hour will tack on at least an hour to your commute.

You also Have the wonderful Shopping, Camden Yards, Aquarium, Mini Golf, Fishing, Theaters, Boating, Shopping, Baltimore MD Recreation, Bowling, The Zoo _ More!

Have Fun!
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i went to baltimore, maryland and i loved it ( i am a teen) The best things to do are the aquarium and i loved riding the boats that are in near the inner harbor. If you have any girls, they will love the shopping, there are soo many shops ( inside one of the hotels in a mall i think its the marriot) you will have so much fun! also there is an espn center ( resturant and games in it)

Take a water taxi over to Fell_s Point and Canton; both have some really nice neighborhood eateries.
(Travel tip for eating: If it_s good enough for the locals, it_s probably really good food and not very pricey! Besides, you can have fast food at home.)
Walk around Canton and see the paintings on the window and door sceens. We found them, by accident, looking for a place to eat.
Check out the array of fish statues all over the waterfront area; they_re all different themes and great places for a photo.
(We especially liked the _Poe Fish_.)
Babe Ruth_s home is a museum, close to Camden Yards.
The Edgar Allen Poe House and Museum is there.

Have fun and don_t forget your camera.

P.S. You may want to invest in some of those disposable rain ponchos, from the Dollar Tree.

the aquarium is a must! not too much to see but enough for a worthy visit. have a meal at hard rock, or any of the other good places on the harbor. the science museum is doing a body world exhibit and its really cool for kids of all ages! the _duck_ ride drives you around the area and goes in to the water. its pretty cool...check it out if you have time