Baltimore is positioned in central Maryland, on the Atlantic coastline at Chesapeake Bay. A port was built on the bay in the early eighteenth century to export the crops of the many tobacco farms centered on the region. This small port has grown to become the USA’s eighth largest port, spreading over 25 miles of shoreline.
As well as trade, the port has traditionally offered passenger services. The port was the 2nd biggest destination for immigrants through the 1920s and 1930s. Steamship cruises around the bay were all the rage in the 1950s and 1960s. Nowadays there’s a sunnier choice of cruises on offer, though, as cruise ships travel to the gorgeous Bahamas and Caribbean.
Baltimore Cruise Port
The Maryland Port Authority made the decision in 2004 to move the out-of-date Dundalk cruise ship terminal. A big warehouse on South Locust Point was refurbished, opening as the Maryland Cruise Terminal in 2006.
The cruise terminal has the basic services including check-in desks, restrooms, an ATM, vending machines and pay phones. Next to the terminal stands a dedicated parking lot, with capacity of over vehicles.
The cruise port has a single berth, restricting the cruise port to just one cruise ship at any time.
For a calendar of cruises, see Cruises From Baltimore.
Baltimore Cruise Port
The Maryland Port Authority made the decision in 2004 to move the out-of-date Dundalk cruise ship terminal. A big warehouse on South Locust Point was refurbished, opening as the Maryland Cruise Terminal in 2006.
The cruise terminal has the basic services including check-in desks, restrooms, an ATM, vending machines and pay phones. Next to the terminal stands a dedicated parking lot, with capacity of over vehicles.
The cruise port has a single berth, restricting the cruise port to just one cruise ship at any time.
For a calendar of cruises, see Cruises From Baltimore.
Baltimore Shore Excursions
The city has plenty of appeal for the tourist, with many interesting attractions. Stop by at the Inner Harbor Visitor Center where you’ll find leaflets, trail maps and information to aid the planning of your day. The Baltimore Water Taxi, which shuttles around the Inner Harbor, is a good method of traveling around the attractions.
Fort McHenry
Half-a-mile from the cruise terminal stands historic Fort McHenry guarding the harbor. During the War of 1812, US forces stationed at Fort McHenry successfully defended the city from attack by the British in a ferocious clash. The Battle of Baltimore was observed by Francis Scott Key from a boat offshore, and he was moved into writing the lyrics to the Star Spangled Banner.
Federal Hill
Federal Hill was named after a night of partying instigated by the state of Maryland’s listing in the US constitution. Revelers launched a mock sailing ship, called the ‘Federalist’ from the top of the hill into the bay. Today it’s a a small green area, with manicured lawns and tall trees, giving a magnificent viewpoint of Inner Harbor.
Maryland Science Center
Favorite rooms at the Maryland Science Center are Chesapeake Bay’s blue crab, space, your body, dinosaurs, physics and geology. Also on site you’ll find a planetarium and an IMAX.
Historic Ships in Baltimore Museum
At the Historic Ships Museum check out USCGC Taney (the last remaining ship from pearl harbor), the USS Constellation (tall mast clipper), the Seven Foot Knoll Lighthouse (the oldest screw pile lighthouse on the Chesapeake), the Lightship Chesapeake and the USS Torsk (a sub).
National Aquarium
Transport yourself to the ocean world at the National Aquarium. Favorite exhibits are animal planet Australia, a stingray pool, a massive shark tank and very gymnastic dolphins.
Fell's Point
Around about a mile eastwards from Inner Harbor lies the notable area of Fell’s Point. In the 18th century the district was the center of a busy ship-building industry, creating clipper ships. The cobblestone streets, cramped market places and tall houses still evoke those early years. Today the visitor will also find many snack bars for a welcome break from exploring.
The city has plenty of appeal for the tourist, with many interesting attractions. Stop by at the Inner Harbor Visitor Center where you’ll find leaflets, trail maps and information to aid the planning of your day. The Baltimore Water Taxi, which shuttles around the Inner Harbor, is a good method of traveling around the attractions.
Fort McHenry
Half-a-mile from the cruise terminal stands historic Fort McHenry guarding the harbor. During the War of 1812, US forces stationed at Fort McHenry successfully defended the city from attack by the British in a ferocious clash. The Battle of Baltimore was observed by Francis Scott Key from a boat offshore, and he was moved into writing the lyrics to the Star Spangled Banner.
Federal Hill
Federal Hill was named after a night of partying instigated by the state of Maryland’s listing in the US constitution. Revelers launched a mock sailing ship, called the ‘Federalist’ from the top of the hill into the bay. Today it’s a a small green area, with manicured lawns and tall trees, giving a magnificent viewpoint of Inner Harbor.
Maryland Science Center
Favorite rooms at the Maryland Science Center are Chesapeake Bay’s blue crab, space, your body, dinosaurs, physics and geology. Also on site you’ll find a planetarium and an IMAX.
Historic Ships in Baltimore Museum
At the Historic Ships Museum check out USCGC Taney (the last remaining ship from pearl harbor), the USS Constellation (tall mast clipper), the Seven Foot Knoll Lighthouse (the oldest screw pile lighthouse on the Chesapeake), the Lightship Chesapeake and the USS Torsk (a sub).
National Aquarium
Transport yourself to the ocean world at the National Aquarium. Favorite exhibits are animal planet Australia, a stingray pool, a massive shark tank and very gymnastic dolphins.
Fell's Point
Around about a mile eastwards from Inner Harbor lies the notable area of Fell’s Point. In the 18th century the district was the center of a busy ship-building industry, creating clipper ships. The cobblestone streets, cramped market places and tall houses still evoke those early years. Today the visitor will also find many snack bars for a welcome break from exploring.
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