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Sightseeing in Baltimore - what to see. Complete travel guide

PennStation.Baltimore 1. Breakfast is not included in the cost of accommodation in vast majority of hotels. An additional fee may be charged for meals either during your checkout in a hotel or directly at a restaurant after each visit.
2. The closer a gastronomic institution is located to a hotel, the higher is the cost of meals. Tourists, who expect to save on food, are recommended to visit cafes and restaurants that are located in one of the numerous malls of Baltimore.
3. The power supply voltage is 110 V, so you may need a special adapter to use certain appliances. Sockets are also different from the European standard, so you will also need a special adapter for your gadgets with European sockets.
4. The local people are very careful to consuming the natural resources, so guests of the city’s hotel should also be economic when using water and electricity.
5. Phone calls are better to be done from special machines, which can be found near every major shopping center or a state agency. As a rule, phone calls from a hotel are distinguished by the most expensive rates. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
6. Do not forget to leave tips in the local restaurants and cafes. The average size of tips estimates 10 - 15% of the total bill. A concierge and a maid in your hotel should also receive a small reward.
7. If you want to rent a car, you will need a driver's license of the international class and a credit card. Persons under 21 and those travellers, who have received a driving license less than two years ago, may be rejected to rent a car. As a rule, cars can be rented for a period from 1 to 58 days.
Top hotels in Baltimore for business trip or short vacation
Despite the fact that a choice of hotels in Baltimore is quite modest, it won’t be difficult to find a suitable place for a comfortable stay. Near the mouth of the Ilen River there is … Open
8. Those travellers, who expect to travel on a rented car with children, will also need to rent a special children's chair. An additional payment for renting a chair will be small, and a fine for violating this rule is really big.
9. Persons under 21 cannot order alcoholic beverages in the bars and restaurants of the city. Also, persons under 18 are not allowed to participate in the cruises and field trips that involve the presence of an additional service of alcoholic beverages on their own.
10. Tourists should not make a walk to remote areas of the city alone even in the daytime as these regions can be quite unsafe. The best way to explore remote areas of Baltimore is together with a guide or in a large tourist group.
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What to visit being in Baltimore - unique sights

Baltimore City Hall

From the series “Famous Buildings of Renaissance Architecture”
Check on the map:   Distance from Baltimore center - 0.2 km.
Charles A. Hopkins stormed the temporary City Hall with a handgun and killed a member of the Baltimore City Council. Hopkins angered that his restaurant was being shut down under the court decision. He was found not guilty by reason of insanity. The old Baltimore City Hall has seen several unusual stories in its life. Nevertheless, a lot of travellers pay more attention to Hall’s architecture, not on history. … Read further

Union Station

From the series “Top 14 Most Astonishing Railway Stations in the World”
Check on the map:   Distance from Baltimore center - 55.3 km.
The first station was built there in the 19th century and called La Grand. Today’s building has appeared at the place of the old one in 1939. In 1980 the railway station was included in a list of the state meaning monuments. Visitors of Los Angeles like to come at this place. There you can take wonderful photos, adore with the painted marble tessrera and even walk in a romantic inner yard. … Read further

Tips for the cities around Baltimore

Philadelphia
3. All public places are non-smoking, so you should pay special attention to signs. As a rule, there are smoking areas close to all major venues and entertainment places. Heavy monetary fines are charged in case of rule violation. 4. When going on holiday be sure to ... Open »
Manhattan
3. The optimum means of public transport is underground. The territory of the Manhattan island can be easily cruised by bus. The underground operates till late night. However tourists are not advised to travel alone by underground after 23.00. 4. Those wishing to ... Open »
New York
3. Do not enter empty wagons in the city’s subway. When you make a walk in the city, it is also recommended to stay in crowded places. 4. At night travelers are advised to use transport. 5. While visiting a public institution, you should not forget to look ... Open »
Niagara Falls
3. Not only nightclubs and bars, but also two high-class casinos are open in the evening. It must be said that interesting entertainment shows are not rare here. 4. In Niagara, you can stay in hotels of any level, from prestigious to modest ones. Among budget ... Open »
Cleveland
3. In the vicinity of Cleveland is the state's largest international airport that receives flights from different countries. The city can be reached by train from Boston, New York, Chicago, and Washington. 4. In the city center, one can find the most prestigious ... Open »
Toronto
3. Toronto is a very cosmopolitan and welcoming city. Tourists always can ask local people or police officers who are on duty at all major streets for help. All important tourist information is also available at the hotel. 4. Most shops open no later than 10:00 am ... Open »
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