See the bay
by Kaylie Jasinski
##Head to the top of the World Trade Center (left) for a truly panoramic view of the city.
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espite the winter chill, there are plenty of things to see and do throughout Charm City while in town for the Baltimore Boat Show (January 26-29). Whether you’re looking for family-friendly activities or simply need a break from the Convention Center, we’ve got you covered. For maps of the city, public transit schedules, and more Baltimore excursion ideas, click to baltimore.org.
Getting Around
Free!
Charm City Circulator – four routes link critical parts of the city; the buses run every 10 minutes, and best of all, it’s free!
Hike to the top of Federal Hill and take in the sweeping Inner Harbor views.
Water Taxi – 17 landings throughout the city, from Fort McHenry to the Inner Harbor and everything in between. Ride all day for the discounted winter price of $8. Consider parking at Camden Yards/M & T Bank Stadium, Lot C during the boat show or at a garage downtown and using UBER or public transportation to get around.
Visit Mr. Trash Wheel near Pier Six Pavilion or the new Professor Trash Wheel in Canton near Harris Creek Park.
Cylburn Arboretum is a nature preserve and city park spanning about 207 acres, all within city limits. Druid Hill Park boasts miles of trails and is home to the Rawlings Conserva-
tory and Botanic Gardens ($5 per person donation encouraged) where you can escape the winter chill.
Stargazing Fridays at the Maryland Science Center – every Friday from 5:30 to 9 p.m. the open-air, rooftop conservatory is open to the public for free stargazing (admission to the museum not included).
Visit the grave of Edgar Allan Poe at Westminster Burying Ground and Catacombs. The grounds are open to the public daily, 8 a.m. to dusk.
The Walters Art Museum in Mount Vernon is open until 9 p.m. on Thursdays – take advantage of the later hours and explore the museum after dark when the crowds are down. On January 29, the Walters will be hosting a Lunar New Year Celebration from 11-4 p.m., featuring art activities and traditional performances.
##Since 2014, Mr. Trash Wheel has removed over one million pounds of trash from the Baltimore Harbor. Find him near Pier Six Pavilion.
Follow us!
Every Sunday the Baltimore Museum of Art hosts hands-on workshops, interactive gallery tours, and activities for families. (Located near the Johns Hopkins University campus.)
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