Railroads transformed American life in the 1800s and 1900s, and Maryland played an integral part in the creation of the railroad industry—the Baltimore & Ohio, the first intercity railroad in the Western Hemisphere, was begun in Baltimore in 1827. Visit these museums, attractions and sites of interest to learn more about the history of railroading in America. Baltimore: Where Railroading Started The first 12 miles of track laid in the U.S.—part of the first intercity[...]
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When originally built, The National Road was America’s first “moonshot” — a road that would carry the young nation west. Carved from forest and mountain, spanning mighty rivers, it was the marvel of its age and stoked the dreams of thousands who followed this macadam and cobblestone ribbon into the frontier. Begun in 1811 to carry settlers and trade from Maryland into the then-wilds of Illinois, The National Road would take four decades to complete[...]
Succulent, sweet, and centuries of tradition. Baltimore Oyster Bars These venues offer oysters from a variety of locations, so you can sample the subtle flavor differences that arise from their diverse environments and salinities. To savor oysters and seafood delicacies in Fells Point, head to Thames Street Oyster House for the fresh or fried oysters paired with mustard sauce, or Catonsville Gourmet in the suburbs — they dish up favorites like fried-oyster salad along with[...]
Accolades from both City Paper (Best Food Truck in Baltimore, 2011-2012) and Baltimore Magazine (Best Food Truck, 2012).
A luxurious, elegant hotel in the heart of the city, a short drive from Baltimore Inner Harbor.
A little tavern located a bit off the beaten path in the Canton area of Baltimore City.
For almost fifty years, Clyde's has been dealing with and selling firearms in the Old South West of Baltimore County, Baltimore City, and North Anne Arundel County.
Rich with history and as bold in spirit as Charm City itself, Baltimore’s only boutique art hotel.
Just one look at the Baltimore skyline and you’ll know this is a beer town. Gazing out over the city from high atop the Natty Boh Tower is the glowing, mustachioed face of Mr. Boh, the iconic mascot of the old National Brewing Company, founded in the 1870s. With that brewing tradition in place, you’d expect Maryland’s craft beers to be plentiful and good, and they are. From heralded microbreweries to bigger brew houses, you’ll[...]
Charm City's local hand-crafted ice cream shop! Scooping fun flavors that make Baltimore so delicious.