Finally I got a chance to visit Graffiti Alley~ Mommy and daughter visit while we were in the area…read morefor a quick stop. My daughter did a whole entire photo shoot in a matter 10-15 mins. It was a great day!!! Will definitely plan a visit again.

Super cool place and definitely worth checking out if you are in the area. All the graffiti / art…read moreis filled with fun vibrant neon colors and the art is well drawn out. We stopped by later in the evening and my small group was the only one there. It was quiet and we felt safe. There is a parking lot right next to this alley that charges. We didn't pay since we knew were going to be super fast, the most we were there was 6 minutes.

Awesome event and it was FREE! This tour is held in different cities with some well reknowned DJs…read more It was held at Select Lounge (see my other review) and sponsored by Smirnoff, there were some awesome mixed drinks using thier new flavored vodka. I tried the Apple Fluff (Fluffed Marshmallow Vodka) and the Whipped Sunset (Whipped Cream Vodka) both were sweet but tasted delicious. Food was also served from lovely ladies walking throughout the lounge. I got to taste some differents small plates of shrimp, pasta, beef ribs, salmon skewers, chicken skewers and more! All the of the food was great. The music, atmosphere, and crowd were wonderful! An awesome event that if it passes through BMORE next year I surely will attend.

This was my first time attending a Kiss and Grind event. This was a free event hosted by Smirnoff…read morefor free!! The vibe there was nice. Plenty of folks chilling listening to the music and enjoying the free cups of drinks by Smirnoff that advertised their new flavored vodka. My favorite one was Iced cake drink, it was the sweetest! I am a light weight drinker! lol There was bites that was passed around. My favorite was the crab cake and pasta. Yummy!!! Security there was tight! Grown and Sexy style only permitted! Basically my type of party!

** 5 Year Review Update **…read more 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.

Historic waterfront neighborhood [Baltimore MD]…read more 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

How did I not see this when visiting the Inner Harbor??!…read more There's a set of tall stairs that lead you up so if you're scared of heights, watch out. You can walk around the lighthouse for a free scenic view or go inside where you'll meet a worker. The worker was super informative and nice. He told me and my friend that we could do a self guided tour of the lighthouse for $3/per person or there was another rate for the tour + seeing 4 ships. This time, we ended up just doing the self guided tour. When having conversations between me and my friend, the worker actually chimed in here and there. It was interesting to read up on the previous keepers and their lives. One thing I loved about the lighthouse was that there's a map that lights up to show diff locations of other lighthouses.

Located near the Federal Hill water taxi, this lighthouse is very striking and looks great against…read morethe ocean views. Currently a museum, it is operated by the Historic Ships of Baltimore. Please look on the main website for operating hours as it is seasonal.

I love Baltimore…read more Jeremy and I had plans to meet up with a group of friends to celebrate Chris's birthday at 6pm. But the weather was lovely and we were bored sitting around the apartment so we went to waste some time downtown. We parked in Little Italy and walked the entire promenade for like the 15th time. There's always something to see... this time we saw TWO couples dressed for their wedding, and an entire dinner cruise worth of people wearing white. I see the need for some updates in the area. New neighborhoods are springing up, and old neighborhoods are being gentrified, but the area around the harbor remains the same... only slowly losing its charm to a mishmash of stores that don't offer anything unique, and over-priced restaurants. Though I was glad to see Angeli's pizza - we had Chris's birthday dinner at their Little Italy location last year and had a blast. Rash Field is a hot mess. I don't know what they think they're doing with that space, but it's ugly, broken, unmaintained, and dangerous. It's supposed to be a family friendly place, with a (scary as hell looking, Silent Hill-esque) playground but just a quick look around revealed many places where children should not go. I miss that crazy fountain, and the merry-go-round. But the new marsh area by the aquarium is pretty cool. I would have been absolutely thrilled if the otters had shown themselves, but alas I couldn't find any hint of them. I also adore the paddle dragons. And now there are electric pirate ships. No paddling required! Sadly, they are in no way accessible, but I still enjoy watching them. It's absolutely possible to have a great time at the Inner Harbor without spending any money (except for parking) just people/boat watching. Street performers, such as the dude playing the violin, provide the soundtrack. There are a lot of events held throughout the year in this area. Nothing much was going on when we were there, but the Book Festival is coming up... and the German Christmas Village is fantastic. I highly recommend my city. Go check it out.

The Inner Harbor is a must for all tourists visiting Baltimore. It is rich with cultural and…read moreseveral restaurant options. In the summer there are several attractions and music events. The location is convenient and great for an afternoon stroll.

Always a holiday tradition to come check on the lights on 34th Street. The residents always…read moredecorate their homes and the street so nicely. Loved walking around checking out the lights and decorations. They have some food and drinks vendors at each side of the end of the block. Always a fun time!

If you find yourself around the Baltimore area or its suburbs around the holidays, it may be…read moreworthwhile to stop by this Miracle on 34th Street. Essentially, there are a block of houses (on both sides) that are decked out in holiday decorations and lights. It's fun to walk along the block as these owners go all out. There are moving decorations, different themes, and even a hidden Christmas Village on the entrance way of one of the houses. It's a fairly short but concentrated visit.

When was the last time you've sketched anything more then a level 3 process flow on a cocktail…read morenapkin during a working lunch? Do you remember a time when "figure study" meant something besides analyzing a budget report? For all of us Fine Arts majors who ended up as corporate ladder climbing cube-slaves, there is hope for us (if you're an arts major that didn't give up your dreams and are actually in an art related field - you can come too...just don't sit too close to me, or I may stab you with my #5 pencil) in the form of Dr. Sketchy's Anti-Art School in Baltimore! It's not really an art school (hence the "anti-art school" in the title), it's more like a monthly drink and draw social club with live models in amazing costumes (OK, generally burlesque-esque costumes...over 21 only please), where for 4 hours, you can sketch away and remember a time when "carpel tunnel" was a disease you got from..."other" activities, not from creating 457 page Board Reports. Only $8 admission, and held at the Wind-Up Space in Baltimore, there are drink specials, fellow artist wannabes (and actual real-live breathing artists) to mingle and socialize with. All you need is to dig out that dusty sketchpad that your cat has been using as a scratching post, and a few pens and pencils (which you can happily "liberate" from your office supply cabinet) and transport yourself back to a time when creating beauty didn't involve powerpoint presentations.

A perfect park on a perfect spring day! The husband and I were in town to watch the Giants play…read moreagainst the Orioles and it was a beautiful Saturday. We stopped by for brunch at a place nearby and did the approx. 3 mile route around the park. There was a kite festival and there were a bunch of families and friends flying kites and enjoying the day. People were picnicking and playing music- really enjoying the spring day. If you have not been to this park, I highly recommend. It's a great place to spend the weekend.

This is a great park to go out and explore as a solo adventurer, bring a friend and sit and watch…read morethe ducks, go for a jog, or take your dog for a walk. Additionally, there's a children's area inside the park If you are looking for the Patterson Park Observatory it is approximately on the corner of S PATTERSON PARK AVE and E BALTIMORE ST

Cross Street Market has always been a great experience over the years. There is something here for…read moreindividuals, families, and date night outings. I do miss the old Cross Street Market before the complete renovation in 2018, which seemed to cater to the average local, however, the current, more modern market certainly is a gem in Federal Hill despite the more expensive food prices. I like the selection of cuisines featured. The diversity covers bar food, dinner food, quick bites, and dessert. And of course there are plenty vendors serving crab dishes. Some of the great vendors have come and gone, like the pretzel dog vendor which for a long time was the only reason I would visit Cross Street Market. I appreciate the seating made available in the areas near each food vendor. The space is utilized efficiently, from the storage of food in the freezers near the dining tables, to the small stages where artists perform. The market is a great pre-game destination and option to watch the game if you skip the stadium altogether. Keep in mind, on NFL game day this place gets packed, so arrive early. There is ample street parking in the vicinity, however, on game days finding parking in this neighborhood is a nightmare. Overall, a must visit when in the area.

An overwhelming smell of old oil in deep fryers …read more This place has changed from an indoor produce market to a food court. Lots of lunch choices, most of them unhealthy due to the use of vegetable oil, greasy dressings or questionable freshness ingredients. Perhaps because I came in midweek and was quite empty. Need to try the weekends