More on Baltimore

Here's some more about Baltimore, MD.

A great way to get to fort is via the local water taxi (http://www.thewatertaxi.com). The Water Taxi System can be compared to a bus line on the water with continual service from all landings at time intervals of 15 to 20 minutes, in season (April through October). The boats do run through the winter, weather permitting, but with fewer boats. All boats are covered so a little rain doesn't bother us. Because they operate several different routes, passengers will make transfers throughout the day. It's necessary for you to ask questions of your Mates and Captains upon boarding in order to make sure you're on the right route for your destination.


At $8.00 per adult and $4.00 per child under 10 the all day ride pass is a steal and takes you into the heart of Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, Little Italy, Fells Point and beyond.


Food, pubs, live music, antiques, collectibles, one-of-a-kind shops, history and theaters are found at the trendy Fells Point landing area. This was Baltimore’s original deep-water seaport and amid the restored 18th and 19th century row homes, you sense the spirit of seamen long departed and hears the echoes of immigrants who arrived here seeking freedom and fortune.


Hopping off at the Harborplace landing you will discover the fully restored sloop-of-war, USS Constellation , Harborplace and Oriole Park There is a visitors center here and it is a perfect place to get information, recommendations, tickets, reservations and guidance.


The Harborplace pavilions offer a broad range of eating and shopping delights. Visit Phillips Seafood Restaurant and enjoy an all-you-can-eat seafood buffet or sample a local delicacy crab cakes.


Walk the three beautiful blocks west to Oriole Park and Sports Legends at Camden Yards. In this refurbished and restored Camden train station see the heroes and relive the gallant moments of great athletes. Babe Ruth’s boyhood home is just around the corner too!


The Little Italy water taxi stop transports you to a neighborhood that is home to generations of Italian-Americans who still sit on their “stoops,” play Bocce ball and greet you as you pass by. Eat more Baltimore and try a taste of “La Dolce Vita”, while exploring these tiny streets (Use Landing 5 or 7). Walk a half block to Della Notte Restaurant for fine Italian cuisine in a Mediterranean, villa-style setting. Home made pasta and an on-site bakery make your taste buds swoon. Also, walk another block to LaScala Ristorante, an intimate, cozy setting with a full range of Italian delights.


For more information on a Baltimore getaway call 1-877-BALTIMORE or visit http://baltimore.org/. If the baseball schedule makers cooperate there may be a trip heading here next season.