Baltimore, located on the east coast of the United States, is the largest city in the state of Maryland, and is better known as Charm City. It has a large natural port located on the banks of the Patapco River, and it is a bustling port. Baltimore is located at a distance of 200 miles inland from the Atlantic Ocean, near the Chesapeake Bay. More than 600,000 people reside in Baltimore, amid 6,400 acres of parkland. The country’s national anthem, the Star-Spangled Banner, was composed in Baltimore by Francis Scott Key. Key had survived the bombardment of Fort McHenry and was imprisoned on a British ship on September 13, 1814. As the bombardment ceased, the sight of the American flag flying overhead prompted him to compose the poem Star-Spangled Banner, which eventually it became a song and the national anthem.
Baltimore receives about 14 million tourists each year who are drawn to Baltimore’s warm hospitality, modern conveniences, and endless list of attractions. The first stop of every tourist is Inner Harbor, a festive market with shops, restaurants and many activities. Baltimore offers a full list of experiences for the tourist: a Civil War museum, world-class art museums, the aquarium, a science museum, the Babe Ruth Museum, comedy clubs, fine dining, theaters, concerts, movies , antiquing, boat cruises, historic homes, churches and synagogues, and much, much more. Highlights, besides the Inner Harbor, are the Baltimore Museum, the National Aquarium, the Maryland Science Center, the Baltimore Ravens, and Fort McHenry. The Baltimore Orioles major league team is headquartered in Camden Yards, with small cafes, microbreweries, and shops on the surrounding streets.
In addition, one can find tempting restaurants, quaint pubs, and beautiful boutiques, along with charming historical and cultural attractions throughout the city. A world-class transportation system and a pleasant climate enhance the tourist experience.