Travel past the manicured lawns of the state’s finest academic institutions and explore neighborhoods vibrant with art, fashion, history, culture, and a wide variety of places to dine and shop. With such diversity and character, it’s no surprise why Charles Street was designated a National Scenic Byway.

Begin at the north end of Charles Street and enjoy all that this byway has to offer.

Day 1

Charles Street begins as a wooded parkway that heads south into the heart of the Baltimore City Heritage Area with its eclectic neighborhoods, chic restaurants and stately buildings. 

Lutherville

In this residential community dozens of historic structures mingle with more modern homes.

Sherwood Gardens

Every spring thousands of tulips bloom in a six-acre garden. 

Roland Park

A late 19^th  century residential community’s narrow, winding streets are lined with elegant villas and mansions.  

Homewood House Museum

The 200-year-old museum exhibits fine furnishings and decorations from the 18th and 19^th  centuries. 

Lacrosse Museum and National Hall of Fame

Learn about America’s first sport.

Day 2

Charles Village

One of Baltimore’s first suburban neighborhoods. 

The Baltimore Museum of Art

Enjoy sculpture gardens and a world renowned collection of works by the likes of Matisse and Picasso.  Free admission.

Maryland Zoo

Animals from the four corners of the globe.

Mount Vernon Place

A 208-foot-tall monument topped by a 16-foot statue of George Washington is the centerpiece.

The Walters Art Museum

5,000 years of artistic achievement is on display.  Free admission.

Day 3

Inner Harbor Area

Attractions include the Maryland Science Center, the National Aquarium and Port Discovery, The Children’s Museum.

Baltimore Visitor Center

Learn about Inner Harbor destinations as well as guided “Heritage Walk” tours of the Inner Harbor area and the nearby Little Italy neighborhood.