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During your Baltimore vacation, don't miss these great establishments and attractions:
Top of the World Observation Level
For a 360-degree view of Baltimore city, head for the 27th floor of the World Trade Center, the world's tallest pentagonal building, next to Harborplace. In addition to the fine view, you can acquire a bit of background about Baltimore from the exhibits, hands-on displays, and multimedia presentations. Renovations have improved viewing conditions and made it more accessible to disabled visitors. The only way to reach a higher altitude is Port Discovery's HiFlyer. This costs less, and the floor doesn't move.
Federal Hill
It's that big hill that overlooks the Inner Harbor. Take the 100 steps on the Battery Avenue side, the east side; or enter from Warren Avenue on the south side, and you won't have any steps to contend with at all, except maybe a curbstone. The hill has been valued for its scenic views since the first Baltimoreans came here to watch construction around the harbor. A single black cannon recalls the Civil War when federal guns were trained on this city. Take your dog (on a leash) or take your children. Once they get tired of the view, they can play in the fenced-in playground.
Walters Art Museum
The Walters, with its collections of ancient art, medieval armor, and French 19th-century painting, has always been one of Baltimore's great attractions. Begun with the 22,000-object collection of William and Henry Walters, this gem's ancient and medieval galleries got new sparkle in a 2001 renovation. Walk through the galleries of sculpture, paintings, jewelry, mummies, and sarcophagi and see the progress of fine art through 50 centuries. The exhibits finish with objects from the Middle Ages in the Knight's Hall, with tapestries, furnishings, and suits of armor. The Egyptian collection is one of the best in the United States. Traveling exhibits scheduled for 2004 and 2005 will focus on Russian icons, George Stuff's horse paintings, and French drawing. There's also a cafe serving light fare. Children are always admitted free.
Clarion Hotel Peabody Court
Old world charm European hotel located in the historic district. Inner Harbor, aquarium, restaurants and shops nearby. Government issued photo identification required at check-in. Hotel offers free wired or wireless high-speed Internet access. Hotel's restaurant (George's on Mt. Vernon Square) is a non-smoking only facility. Parking Charge: 29.00 plus tax overnight guests. 19.00/tax daily parking. In room safe 1.00 per night (optional). Pet Deposit: 50.00 (refundable). Pet Charge: 15.00 per ...
Holiday Inn BALTIMORE-INNER HARBOR (DWTN)
The moment you enter the Holiday Inn - Inner Harbor until you return home, you will experience all the "charms" that give Baltimore its "charm city" nickname. The hotel is conveniently located only three blocks from the famed Baltimore Inner Harbor attractions; and is across from Camden Yards- home of the Baltimore Orioles, the Baltimore Convention Center, and 1st Mariner Arena. The Holiday Inn is the ideal Baltimore Inner Harbor hotel for business or leisure travelers. It features free ...
Sheraton Inner Harbor Hotel
Nearby Airports: * Baltimore Washington International Airport - 12 Miles * Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport - 43 Miles * Washington Dulles International Airport - 60 Miles Nearby Cities: * Towson - 10 Miles * Columbia - 14 Miles * Glen Burnie - 15 Miles * Ellicott City - 15 Miles * Owings Mills - 16 Miles * Timonium - 20 Miles * Laurel - 20 Miles * Annapolis - 35 Miles * Rockville - 40 Miles * ...
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