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During your Baltimore vacation, don't miss these great establishments and attractions:
Edgar Allen Poe House
In this tiny west Baltimore house, Edgar Allan Poe wrote some of his first works. Poe lived here from 1833 to 1835 with his grandmother, aunt, and cousin Virginia, whom he later married. The 2 1/2 story rowhouse contains five rooms, including the tiny garret where Poe slept and wrote. There are portraits, Poe memorabilia, period furniture, changing exhibits, and a video presentation. The house is located on a tiny, one-way street heading south. There is no house number, but you will see a black antique street lamp out front and two markers on the house. Don't try to walk here from downtown. Take a car or cab. Definitely call ahead to verify hours.
Passport
An attraction more suited to a theme park, Passport offers visitors two "experiences": Time Elevator America and Oceanarium 2. Both are 20-minute movies, shown in theatres with seats that bump and twist and special effects such as mist and wind. There are stationary seats, too. Neither has any real Baltimore ties -- although opening footage was shot on Baltimore's Federal Hill, neighborhoods, and the National Aquarium. Time Elevator tells of a man traveling through time back to colonial days. It's well acted with a story that's more engrossing than Oceanarium. But if you love fish, Oceanarium is a better choice for its cinematography. Neither is up to Disney quality, but it's a fun if pricey diversion in the Inner Harbor. A new show begins every 15 minutes. You can purchase tickets for the next show or in advance in person or online.
Baltimore Maritime Museum
This museum is comprised of three boats and a lighthouse that tell recent maritime history. The Coast Guard Cutter Taney survived the bombing of Pearl Harbor. The submarine USS Torsk sank the last two Japanese merchant ships of World War II and still holds the record for the most dives and resurfacings of any submarine. The Seven-Foot Knoll Lighthouse is worth a climb up the steps to see the Fresnel light and learn about the lighthouse that once welcomed immigrants here. The lightship Chesapeake spent 40 years anchored near the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay. Each provides an interesting glimpse into the lives of 20th century sailors.Insider tip: For a good value, buy a Seaport Pass and combine this ticket with a visit to the USS Constellation and a ticket to ride all day on the Seaport water taxi for $16 adults; $13.50 seniors; $9 ages 6 to 14; free for children under 5.
Hyatt Regency Baltimore
* Near Penn Station * 2 miles from Amtrak Station (about 17 blocks) * 12 miles from Baltimore-Washington International ...
Comfort Inn Bwi Airport
Free full breakfast buffet. 24 hour airport shuttle to BWI Airport. WIFI high speed internet access available. Full service restaurant on premises. Baltimore Light Rail adjacent to hotel. 2.5 miles from BWI. Exercise room on premises. Parking limit: Length of stay only (unless parking ...
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