If you're looking for an ideal getaway destination, then look no further than the endless attractions and year-round entertainment found in Baltimore, Maryland. Perfectly suited for anything from weekend romantic getaways to week-long family vacations, Baltimore is home to great museums, fine dining, unique sightseeing, and more.
If you're visiting Baltimore for the first time, the Spirit of Baltimore Cruise is the perfect choice. The cruise combines all the elements of a memorable activity: great dining, breathtaking scenery, and entertainment. The cruise is available in three different varieties. The sightseeing cruise option takes you along the Baltimore Harbor, where you'll enjoy breathtaking views of the city skyline. The lunch cruise option offers you the same sightseeing opportunities in addition to serving a delectable meal consisting of fresh salad, mouth-watering chicken, and rich chocolate cake. The dinner cruise option is ideal for a romantic evening, as the panoramic views of the skyline are enhanced by the twinkling city lights.
If you would rather catch dinner and a show, Baltimore can certainly satisfy those visitors as well with a variety of dinner shows. Among the more popular activities in all of Baltimore, the Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament offers its guests a medieval-style, four-course meal and an assortment of thrilling competitions. Six brave knights will try to win the hand of a princess through horse riding, jousting, and hand-to-hand competitions. Lorenzo's Timonium Dinner Theatre features different shows spread throughout the year, such as Footloose and Miracle on 34th Street, plus a savory meal and an inviting atmosphere. Similarly, Toby's the Dinner Theatre features different performances ranging from West Side Story and A Christmas Carol to Phantom of the Opera, all the while allowing you to enjoy a buffet-style meal.
Take some time to explore the history and culture of Baltimore at one of its local museums. The Baltimore Civil War Museum follows the time line of history as it affected the state of Maryland. Museum guests will also get a look into Maryland's role in the Underground Railroad. The Baltimore Maritime Museum allows visitors to tour the different wartime vessels that played such a prominent role in World War II, including the USS Torsk submarine and the USCGC Taney. Sports fanatics will surely enjoy the Babe Ruth Birthplace & Museum, which follows the life and career of arguably the greatest baseball player of all time through a series of exhibits and priceless artifacts.
For a full day of all-out excitement, Six Flags America features rides, games, and entertainment for every member of the family. Thrill-seekers will enjoy such rides as the Batwing, a roller coaster that reaches speeds of up to 50 mph; the Tower of Doom, where you'll take a 140-foot free fall; and The Mind Eraser, one of the first inverted roller coasters ever. The park also features different family rides as well, such as the Flying Carousel and the Pirate's Flight. For the kids, they'll have a blast at The Great Chase roller coaster or the Foghorn Leghorn Tinsel Town Train. And for those hot summer days, Hurricane Harbor is accessible from Six Flags America and features such rides as the Bahama Blast, the Tornado, and Hurricane Mountain. Any of those rides would provide an ideal cool-down on your summer vacation.
With so much to do and see, both indoors and outdoors, Baltimore makes a perfect destination for you and the entire family no matter when you decide to visit. Start making your vacation plans to this exciting city today!