** 5 Year Review Update ** Fells Point continues to be great for the most part. Quality restaurants and boutiques, gorge water views, some of the coolest folks you'd ever meet. Some establishments have left, some have joined. The crowds stay heavy. Sadly lately, the crime has increased making it sometimes difficult to enjoy. Parking is gawd awful, but worth the hustle. I pray this area improves as Baltimore City deserves this. read more

Historic waterfront neighborhood [Baltimore MD] Did some research while looking for places to visit in Baltimore and bookmarked this neighborhood. Fell's Point is located along the north shore of the Baltimore Harbor and just less than 10 miles from our hotel... we made our way here on MLK Day. Surprisingly, not all the businesses were closed on a holiday. We arrived around 10:30a and found parking. There are a few options for parking including metered parking and convenient lots and garages. We found an open spot on Thames Street. Fell's Point is beautiful as it was once a bustling shipbuilding port. We walked the snowy sidewalks and enjoyed the views of the wharf. Fell's Point is a historic waterfront and one of the oldest neighborhoods in Baltimore. It has served as the home to jazz singer Billie Holiday and abolitionist Frederick Douglass. I loved the cobblestone streets with many waterfront restaurants and bars and the local cute boutiques shops. We had brunch at Barcocina and did some window shopping at the cozy shops. We also shared a pastry purchased from Pitango Bakery Cafe located right there at the waterfront. Review #3664 read more

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Fells Point was a popular destination when I was in college many years ago and it still is. I was in town for the Yankees game and afterwards we went to Fells Point and enjoyed several pubs. The area is generally very safe (for Baltimore). The pubs do not have a cover charge. You can pop in and out of the different bars and enjoy the music and vibes. There is a variety of different bars. There is truly something for everyone. I have been to Fells Point countless times over the past twenty years and it has always been a good time. read more

Fun place in an odd city loaded with lots of criminal activity. This area is somewhat decent, as they have security prevalent throughout. But getting here, you'll need to drive through the city, which is much different. Once here, there are plenty of nice eateries and bars and fun things to see, eat, and do. read more

Established in the 1700s and named after William Fell, an English Quaker, Fell's Point is a historic area located in the Inner Harbor of Baltimore. There is so much history in Fell's Point -- for example, Francis Scott Key wrote the Star Spangled Banner while in Fell's Point (or he was in Fell's Point when he saw the bombardment of Fort McHenry, which inspired writing what became the American national anthem -- I'm not 100% sure of the facts, but there was definitely a Fell's Point connection); Frederick Douglass came to Fell's Point before he escaped to freedom; and Edgar Allan Poe was last seen in the bar "The Horse You Came In On Saloon" before his death, to name a few notable events. History aside, Fell's Point is a beautiful area to go for a stroll along the waterfront, and there are many shops and restaurants, as well as a farmer's market on Saturday mornings. For our two day trip to Baltimore we stayed at the Admiral Fell Inn (one of the most haunted hotels in Maryland!), and while I loved the area, staying in a hotel on the main street wasn't for me, as things get quite rowdy and LOUD on the weekends. I would definitely consider staying in Fell's Point again, but I would ensure our hotel wasn't quite so near all the action. [Yelp collections: East Coast 2022; Baltimore, MD 2022] read more

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Historic area across the harbor from the Inner Harbor section of town. Wander the several blocks of historic homes and businesses. Walk the boardwalk that wraps around the buildings along the water front. Eat at Duda's Tavern, stay at the historic Admiral Inn, enjoy some night life at one of the many pubs. Cobbled streets, brick buildings, public square. There is a lot of history here. Park at the Carolina street garage and walk the 1 block, or look for street side parking - kiosk pay stations on each block. This area is a nice relaxing break from the bustle and traffic of Inner Harbor. read more

Great historic vibes here both day and night. Not a lot of riff raff, ya know, and for Baltimore that's a win. Reminds me of Boston or Portland (yes the one in Maine) read more

I spent two days in Baltimore on a road trip in the area. Fells Point had been recommended to me and I'm happy I checked it out for dinner on a weekday. There was plenty of parking, although paid parking, around the pier. I started off by walking around to get a feel for this part of town. It's right on the pier so it's a nice place to take a stroll. You can see Under Armour's headquarters on the other side of the pier. Fells Point is made up of a bunch of restaurants and bars. It's a great place for dinner and I'd recommend a seafood restaurant as you're on the water. That's what I did. It's also a great place to bar hop as there are a bunch of bars in the area so you can walk from bar to bar. Fells Point would be my favorite place to go out if I lived in the area! read more

Absolutely a charming, historical piece of our nation's and area's history. Such a wonderful place to visit with many options for food, drink, shopping, and music. Spend the day or few days walking the cobblestone streets and interacting with others in a clean, safe area of Baltimore. Travel there by car or by the city's amazing water taxi. read more

Very cool section of Baltimore. Def more adult oriented with 120+ bars ... shops and restaurants.

Yelp Fam... how come y'all didn't tell me fells point had a farmers market!!!?!? My entire plan to come down here to get brunch was derailed when I saw all this action. I'm a fresh produce and fruit fanatic and a sucker for delectables. I really appreciate the crowd this morning. It wasn't crowded or cramp and the lines were moving pretty fast. The vendors were not dreadful or stale. I enjoyed every stand I stop at. They were super nice and they sold their products. The vegan mini donuts by Migues were amazing. Braglio Farms is a meat lovers dream. My cannabis lovers, there was a stand for you too! read more

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I found Fells Point by accident! I wanted to get out of DC for the weekend and booked a reservation that happened to be in the middle of Fells Point. This little district reminds me of the Gaslamp Quarter in San Diego with the walkable pubs, restaurants and shops. It was pretty busy even with the pandemic. I think it must be Spring Break right now? The views from the waterfront were breathtaking and my little dog made many new doggie friends! One of the best accidental finds I've made since moving to the East Coast. read more

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Fell's Point is a historic waterfront neighborhood in the southeastern part of Baltimore. There are nice restaurants, bars, and shops in this area. There are cobblestone streets and an amazing gelato place called Pitango :) You can easily spend hours walking around. Highly recommended! read more

Happy National Ugly Sweater Day! It's also the first-ever National Holiday Party Day. (NHPD) will be recognized on the 3rd Friday in December each year. #NationalHolidayPartyDay #uglychristmassweater Day. #CharmtasticMile #HolidaySeason Fells Point is great place to celebrate National Holiday Party Day in Baltimore. read more

Fells Point - The "Charm'tastic Mile" honors the neighborhoods that are close & connected to The Mile, Mt. Vernon, Federal Hill & Fells Point. - Local Flavor Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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If you really want to hang out after sunset near the downtown Baltimore area, then Fells Point is definitely one of the safest neighborhoods to walk around (just stay within 2~3 blocks from the waterfront). Ideally, you still want to come here when sun is out because the boardwalk has no fences and you can easily fall into water if you are not paying attention to your surrounding (e.g. constantly staring at smartphone). There are various restaurants (e.g. Thames Street Oyster House), a tiny food court (Broadway Market), pubs, and miscellaneous shops in this neighborhood and the morning waterfront view is very instagramable. Early in the morning, you can find plenty of metered parking spots at the Broadway Square. Parking gets a bit difficult to find during dinner time, but you won't need to pay for parking outside of 10 AM to 8 PM period. This neighborhood has been around for a very LONG time (founded in 1763) and it is a nice place to check out if you have time. P.S. - Once upon a time, Frederick Douglass worked as a ship carpenter in this neighborhood. read more

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This area gives me all the Fells. Fells Point is a beautiful, quaint, busy, and popular hipster area, with cobble stone streets, expensive drinks, fancy little food, quirky little shops, and lots of good desserts. Not to be confused with deserts. There are no deserts in Baltimore. It has a major traffic problem at times (you can get jammed up here faster than in the US court system), and it's a little on the touristy and pricy side, but it's still a beautiful place in the heart of a rough, run-down city. The harbour and water are right beside it, and really add to the atmosphere and smells and sounds and sights. There are plenty of cops wandering around, and my concert here didn't go very well at all - but you can't have everything. The Gelato at the Pitango Chain is good, and the cookies at Insomnia, also a chain, are good. Around the corner are some amazing Mexican restaurants, especially Cinco De Mayo, which is in the back of a grocery store. I highly recommend it, especially their Horchata drink. read more

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Fells Point is such a charming neighborhood in Baltimore: cobblestone streets, harbor views, restaurants, bars, shops. I was visiting Baltimore for the first time over Memorial Day weekend and definitely set aside a few hours to explore Fells Point. It turned out to be a pretty muggy day, so I found a wine bar and enjoyed the views after walking around and exploring some of Fells Point! This neighborhood is both a reminder of how old and historic Baltimore is and the city's vibrancy. If you're visiting Baltimore for the first time I definitely recommend spending some time checking out Fells Point! read more

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Very atmospheric neighborhood and waterfront, easily the most beautifully-kept area of the city. This quarter is filled with pubs, restaurants and galleries, and the buildings are beautifully restored to their prime time. Cobble streets intertwine to create spacious open spaces, often packed with people. Broadway Square is the center of all, and is the perfect spot for a lazy afternoon. read more

Parts of it, very nice and touristy. And other parts of it, broken windows, projects and tenements. Wow, it's quite the patchwork of economic strata going on here in Fells Point! Great restaurants, pubs, shopping and interesting things to see. Don't miss Max's Tap House and the Thames Street Oyster House for their lobster roll. And what would it without a historical marker near the water. It reads: "A colonial maritime community established 1726 by William Fell. Shipbuilder of Lancashire, England. In this area were built more than six hundred ships from the Colonial Era through the Civil War. Birthplace of the U.S. Frigate "Constellation" and home port of the famouse Baltimore Clippers." read more

Fells Point - Fells Point historical marker - Local Flavor Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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You've got to come Explore the Hip and Trendy Fells Point for yourself! This area is named after and Englishmen who founded a ship-building company here in 1726 that would go on to produce the famous Baltimore Schooners! Fell's Point is a enigmatic waterfront community that continues to celebrate of Baltimore's British nautical roots. The neighborhood has remained largely unchanged since its founding and I'm sure it attracts many visitors. Explore the 18th- and 19th-century homes and storefronts - many structures were once one of the three B's: boarding houses, brothels and bars. There's Always a plethora of Bay cuisine at its best here too, whether you crave oysters on the half shell at a local pub, or fresh seafood at an upscale restaurant. There is something for everyone. You can take the water taxis, grab a latte by the water, or take a run along the Chesapeake. This is a family and kid friendly area that has been gentrified for your entertainment pleasure. read more

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My biggest regret in Baltimore is not staying longer in Fells Point. After being disappointed by many so-called "historic" downtown, I did not expect much from Fells Point, but I was blown away how authentic this neighborhood was as my ride was going deeper and deeper. The beautifully-restored colonial-era houses, the rustic cobblestone streets, the serene tree-lined promenade - I was so surprised at how gorgeous Fells Point was! Strangely, the Baltimore tourism board seems to promote more for Inner Harbour and ignore Fells Point, so this area feels a bit like a hidden gem despite being one of the city's more unique and beautiful. Aside from strolling along the houses that survived the American revolutionary period, plan to grab a lunch or a snack in the many charming establishments in this area! I think that the historic Fells Point alone is a reason enough to visit Baltimore, because just being in this part of living history is an experience of its own. read more

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My fiftieth review! Fells Point, Baltimore, is a treasure not only in the city of Baltimore - but in the greater East Coast. It has its claim to fame from the days of ship building in the 1800's. Clipper ships, as well as ships termed "blockade runners" were manufactured here during the early days of Baltimore. The privateers were a chief reason Fort McHenry was bombed during the war of 1812. Pirate bars abound - Wharf Rat and Horse You Came In On both still enjoy the notoriety from those early days. Immigrants from all of Europe found their way to the busy port, and their influence is still felt not only in the architecture but the current restaurants and shops lining the streets. Come here during the Privateer Festival in late April, during the Fells Fun Festival in August - or any other time of year. There's a thriving Farmer's market from the first weekend of May till the end of October. Find bars, gastropubs, boutiques, gelato, ice cream, antiques, fine dining, ethnic food, pretzels, amazing coffee shops, entertainment venues, great views - all mixed with a little bit of history and some of the friendliest locals to be found in Baltimore. Ride on the Fearless (our Urban Pirate brigade), walk your dog, go on a ghost tour, meet for a first date...the possibilities are endless in this eclectic and trendy area. Highlights: - Kilwins Chocolate - gourmet chocolates - Wharf Rat - atmosphere/beer - Max's - beerhaus of dreams - Stuggy's - best hotdogs around - Berthas - eat the mussels. Just do it! - Tortilleria Sinaloa - homemade tortillas/tacos - Polina's Prive - amazing lingerie - Sound Garden - music store - Bonaparte - almond croissants - Farmer's Market - everything! - Pitango Gelato - better than in Little Italy - John Stevens pub - seafood, bartenders - Ale Mary's - tater tots - Krakus Deli - awesome Polish sausage! ...and more. I'm on a mission to review everything. You can come here via Water Taxi, taxi, bus, free city circular, car, bicycle, or foot. The important thing is just to come, and experience one of the most inviting areas in Baltimore. read more

Fells Point - Fells, sunrise. - Local Flavor Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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Nice way to spend a Monday night in November. The brick streets, a beautiful hotel. Tons of drink and food options. read more

Fells Point - Beautiful and quiet Monday night stroll. Attractive streets (brick). Lots of food and drink options. - Local Flavor Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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My first time going to Baltimore as an adult, I had a great time walking around Fells pointe. It's just nice to see the stores and see the sights and all the food options. There's something really beautiful about the area of the architecture is fantastic . I would definitely come back to walk around and explore again. read more

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Fell's Point is a very popular place in the city and parking was hard to find. I scored a free spot on a side street and made my way to the main attractions. This is really a place to enjoy WITH people because it's full of fun and lively bars and expensive shopping. I felt pretty lonely hobbling along the cobblestone streets (I hate walking on those streets in flats) during some of my downtime on a business trip. I was deliriously exhausted so not really up for making friends so I wondered the streets aimlessly looking for a purpose. I bet if I go back, well rested, checking out more fun places with people, my review will change slightly. It will still be very busy, very BAR heavy and very expensive and that's just not my scene. One of the places I for sure wanted to stop, and had planned to check out, was The Horse You Came In On Saloon. Made famous as one of Edgar Alan Poe's favorite drinking spots. In fact, one of the female employees, who declined to give her name for superstitious reasons, theorizes that the dark poet, "...had been walking home from The Horse You Came In On when he died". She believes it is Edgar Allen Poe's ghost that resides in this pub. She believes the spirit, which this employee lovingly refers to as "Edgar", is responsible for strange occurrences throughout the bar. Fells Point served as the port of Baltimore for more than 100 years, it saw many a seaman cross its path in its day. Incorporated into Baltimore City in 1797 and with deep water reaching almost all the way to its shoreline, Fells Point was a natural place for trade. And drunks. Which was the case that night and I was just too tired to make my way through a crowded establishment. I wanted a nice, quiet dinner so I moved on down the road in search of great steamed shrimp. Some history: In 1726 William Fell purchased the land where the small waterfront community of Fells Point still thrives. It served as a main port and shipyard for over 100 years. As such, it attracted shipmen and other working class citizens. These men frequented the brothels and bars of Fells Point. Fell's Point has a maritime past and has the air of a seafaring town, it has the greatest concentration of drinking establishments in the city. This waterfront community is a tourist destination. It can be reached by "water taxi" barges, expressway/interstate highways, local streets and boulevards and several municipal/state transit bus lines. There is a lot of history here, notably some of the first vessels commissioned for the US Navy were built in Fell's Point shipyards, including the USS Constellation in 1797. However, the area became best known for producing topsail schooners, sometimes erroneously called Baltimore clippers, renowned for their great speed and handling. They were excellent blockade runners, and were frequently used as armed privateers. The Pride of Baltimore II is based on the Chasseur, built by Thomas Kemp, which was one of the most successful privateers built in Fell's Point. During the War of 1812, Fell's Point built and supported dozens of privateers which preyed on British shipping vessels. Consequently Baltimore became a principal target of the British during the war, which eventually led to the bombardment of Fort McHenry. Another growth industry in Fell's Point was immigration, and it became a major point of entry into the United States. Since jobs were plentiful in shipbuilding and in the warehouses and factories, many of the immigrants stayed in Fell's Point. This added to the multicultural fabric of the area, but also caused the more affluent to move into other parts of the city. Fell's Point achieved some fame as the central setting for the 1990s network police drama Homicide: Life on the Street, and has been the site of many films shot in Baltimore. "Tin Men," a movie based on true stores and experiences of the form stone salesmen in Baltimore, was shot in Fell's Point. More interesting milestones if you will: http://fellspoint.us/history.html read more

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Beautiful local area. We went to the dock and caught a water taxi to visit Fells Point. You can get there by car, but honestly....if you can travel by water???? That is a no brainer. We got a day pass, and it allowed us to take any color water taxi. There are three different color water taxis that go to different areas of the harbor. I would recommend a day pass for $14.00 The streets are cobblestone, and there are hundreds of shops to browse through. Plenty of places to eat, drink, and have ice cream! It was a gorgeous day. read more

Fells Point - Cobbles stone streets - Local Flavor Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

If in Baltimore... this is the place you must go! So many restaurants, pubs, shops. The streets of cobblestone will take you back in time. The waterfront is beautiful. So many options... plan at least two days! read more

Fells Point - Kooper's and the Baltimore waterfront at Fell's Point. - Local Flavor Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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Was in Fells Point this past weekend for a friend's birthday. She rented a boat for an hour and it was alot of fun. More fun because of the company and the sunset (pink and purple bouncing off water is always lovely to witness). After hopping off the boat, we walked to Fells point and decided to go bar hopping. Although i don't drink, I like to witness the stupidity and hilarity that reflects off people when they are drunk haha and that gives a good show to the passerby (me) Fells point was just that. People were pouring out the bars and in and out. The place was packed as expected since it was a lovely Saturday night. This place has a rustic charm to it unlike any other neighborhoods i have been too around DMV. I would not be surprised if I bumped into Edgar Allen Poe's ghost coming out of the fabled bar he had his last drink in, The Horse You Came In On Saloon. read more

This place is very nice and cozy, good for couples, take a stroll on the boardwalk, or shop at the local shops that line the streets, just wear walking shoes, the cobblestone streets are very hard on your feet. read more

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It's a mix of history and hipster (hipstery?). But seriously, seeing the old school architecture and city planning (paired with the views of the harbor) and sipping on a $4 coffee is a very first world, but pleasant affair. read more

Fells Point is a community just east of downtown Baltimore on the Baltimore Harbor that is vibrant and thriving. The town was founded in 1763, so there is a lot of history here. Today, you will find all kinds of restaurants, shops, coffee bars, music stores, and a night life with over 120 bars and clubs. There is something for everyone here including museums, fishing charters, sailing & walking tours. Take a walk thru the new Sagamore Pendry Hotel on the "Rec Pier". It is gorgeous! read more

The best part of the city by far. Not exactly the cleanest but what part of Baltimore is... Tons of local restaurants, bars, and shops. Also water taxi accessible and this is a good location to pick up a cab. There is a cab stand right in front of the Admiral Inn so no need to wander around. Some notable places to try: Max's Tap House - for over 300 types of beers. The Point - for good food Stuggy's - for crazy hot dogs Vikki's Deli - for cheap lunch Rodo's bar - Dive bar usually serving a bogo special on domestic beer Careful walking around though. I've seen MANY people roll their ankles on the cobblestone. read more

EST 1763 and it feels awesome to be around the History there. Have a drink and walk down the street and imagine how hard it was to walk drunk around there in the 1800's in their shoes. I could barley walk normal in Jordans!!!! Fredrick Douglas lived here for a bit! read more

I've lived in Baltimore for about 30 years now...I know I look so young. Fells Point has always been the fun place to hang out for happy hours, bar hopping, and yes theater(plays). There are so many food places to get lost in. My favorite is Stuggy's the best place to grab a hot dog and top it with crab mac & cheese. (to die for). They have the Urban Pirates Cruise , where you can set sail as a pirate. The shops are unique, many special one of a kind finds to be stashed up. Come all to a fun place for the kids during the day but the night life is pure adult fun. read more

Since the weather is warming up, no more treadmilling it! Got a new pair of Brooks that I took for a spin around Fells Point, and discovered a plethora of quaint cobble-stone, tree-lined streets, and historical industrial brick buildings now renovated as posh inns and luxury apartments. Running along the docks is a beautiful experience rain or shine; sometimes you'll pass a pirate ship battle-ready so be ready to duck and hide. Speaking of ducks, a few water fowl hang out on the many pier posts all picture-perfect and waiting to witness a sun salutation and downward facing dog as the capstone to a perfect run :) read more

Fells Point is an adorable and historic area along the harbor that I highly recommend to any tourist. The main square is lined with restaurants and cute little stores and it has a handful of benches on which to sit and enjoy the day. This is one of Baltimore's more quaint areas and is definitely worth a stroll if you have some spare time on a nice day. read more

Came here on St. Patrick's day. It is definitely worth a visit. The area has some great Irish restaurants and bars. But, I do not drink, so it was great watching a tons of drunks on St. Patrick's day doing what drunks do. Ton of shenanigans. read more

There is so much to do in Fell's Point! Walk along the promenade for a beautiful stroll along the water. Or you can hop on the beer bike cart with a group of friends and make it an afternoon. Check out live music along Thames Street at one of the many local bars. Enjoy a bottle of wine at VN-O and sit outside with waterfront views. Don't forget to get a crepe at Sofi's Crepes! There is also a bunch to do at Patterson Park, which is in the area. It's a great place to go for a long walk or pass a football. The water taxi is a great way to get to and from Fell's and enjoy a great view! You can get a day pass for $12! read more

One of the more hip neighborhoods in Baltimore. Very young crowd (20s-30s) at night. Plenty of bars and restaurants to choose from. They even have a creperie, gelateria, and a moules frites house, yum! The best part: Fells Point Fun Fest. Annual gathering of food yummies, concerts, and all the festival-y stuff you can think of. We always have fun! One negative thing - very little parking available. There's a garage about 1/3 of mile away though. read more

Girlfiend and I spent a night staying on a houseboat that we rented here via SleepAfloat. The area was super cool. There was a ton of cool local bars, and a lot of great food. We found that Uber was a lot less expensive to get around than the water taxis. Be sure to check out the Thames Street Oyster house, as well as the antiques market if its going on. If you have time, explore max's tap house for great beers! read more