Western Shore of Maryland Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Boordy Vineyards
Maryland Zoo showing animals and zoo animals
Baltimore Museum of Art which includes art and interior views
Baltimore Museum of Art featuring interior views and art
Baltimore Museum of Art featuring a statue or sculpture, art and a monument

Visit big cities such as Baltimore and Annapolis, charming towns and beautiful seaside parks in this region of Maryland.

Western Chesapeake is the unofficial region of Maryland west of the Chesapeake Bay. The region includes the city of Baltimore, Harford County, Baltimore County, Anne Arundel County, Calvert County and Saint Mary's County. Enjoy the cultural offerings of the region’s metropolises and the wild beauty of the Chesapeake Bay.

As the largest city in Maryland, Baltimore is Western Chesapeake’s cultural and commercial hub. See works by Matisse, Picasso and other renowned artists at the Baltimore Museum of Art or enjoy outdoor shopping at Broadway Market. Don't miss Fort McHenry National Monument, where Francis Scott Key saw the flying American flag that inspired him to write the national anthem of the United States, The Star-Spangled Banner.

Visit the picturesque port town of Annapolis, the capital city of Maryland. The Annapolis Maritime Museum gives visitors insight into the maritime history of Chesapeake Bay. Go crabbing off the museum's piers or explore the bay area by kayak. Watch future officers conduct a perfectly synchronized noon formation at the United States Naval Academy, which has a campus in the heart of the city.

Stroll some of the miles of shoreline in Western Chesapeake. Just outside Baltimore, North Point State Park is a serene oceanfront park. Consisting of preserved and farmed land, it is one of the finest examples of tidal marshland in the Chesapeake area. In the southern part of the region, enjoy miles of hiking, biking and equestrian trails at Greenwell State Park. At the head of the Patuxent River, Merkle Wildlife Sanctuary is the resting grounds of thousands of migrating Canadian geese each year.

Rent a car to explore everything Western Chesapeake has to offer, from small oceanfront villages and national parks to large cities. Temperatures in Western Chesapeake are rarely extreme but you can expect hot summers and chilly winters. Summer is peak visitor season.

Where to stay in Western Shore of Maryland

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Inner Harbor

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Inner Harbor. Make a stop by National Aquarium in Baltimore or Baltimore Inner Harbor Marina while you're exploring the area.

Inner Harbor
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Downtown Baltimore

3.5/5(11 area reviews)

A bustling port beloved sports teams and top sights from Basilica of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary to CFG Bank Arena – discover Downtown Baltimore, a destination also famous for its historic sites.

Downtown Baltimore
Annapolis featuring street scenes and a city as well as a small group of people

Historic District

5/5(2 area reviews)

While visiting Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Maryland State House and William Paca House.

Historic District
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Brooklyn

Shopping, restaurants and waterfront views are just a few things travellers enjoy about Brooklyn. Check out Bingo World or Patapsco River while you're exploring the area.

Brooklyn
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Fells Point

The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Fells Point. A stop by Bayview Marina or Frederick Douglass - Isaac Myers Maritime Park might round out your trip.

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Eastport

While visiting Eastport, you might make a stop by sights like Annapolis Maritime Museum and Annapolis Harbor.

Eastport
Hyatt Regency Baltimore Inner Harbor

Hyatt Regency Baltimore Inner Harbor

4 out of 5
300 Light Street, Baltimore, MD
The price is AU$302 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
AU$302
9 Oct - 10 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Baltimore. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,821 reviews)
Great stay
"Fabulous"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Hyatt Regency Baltimore Inner Harbor
Holiday Inn Baltimore BWI Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Baltimore BWI Airport by IHG

3 out of 5
815 Elkridge Landing Road, Linthicum Heights, MD
The price is AU$197 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
AU$197
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Linthicum Heights. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,036 reviews)
"EVERYTHING WAS WONDERFUL AND THE STAFF AMAZING!"

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn Baltimore BWI Airport by IHG
Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel

Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel

4 out of 5
202 E Pratt St, Baltimore, MD
The price is AU$287 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$287
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Baltimore. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,380 reviews)
"I really enjoyed my stay at the Renaissance Hotel especially the location being downtown Baltimore it made everything more accessible. Although the elevators were down the staff compensated me for the slight inconvenience, which was much appreciated. I look forward to staying here again.😊"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Rooftop Deck Escape! Free Parking!

Rooftop Deck Escape! Free Parking!

Baltimore
Stay at this vacation home in Baltimore. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Baltimore Inner Harbor Marina and Oriole Park at ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (32 reviews)
"It was very nice"

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2025

Rooftop Deck Escape! Free Parking!
Perfectly located minutes from the Inner Harbor, Ravens and Orioles stadium.

Perfectly located minutes from the Inner Harbor, Ravens and Orioles stadium.

Baltimore
Stay at this condo in Baltimore. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Oriole Park at Camden Yards and Baltimore ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
"We had a great time during our stay. The property was exactly as advertised and in the perfect location. We came in for an overnight trip to catch a Ravens game and see hang out in the inner harbor. We could walk to everything: both stadiums, inner harbor and Federal Hill nightlife. Our host was ..."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Perfectly located minutes from the Inner Harbor, Ravens and Orioles stadium.
Distinguished Apartment Rooftop Deck

Distinguished Apartment Rooftop Deck

3.5 out of 5
10 Light St, Baltimore, MD
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Baltimore. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions National Aquarium in Baltimore and Oriole ...
10/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
"This property is cosy and quiet. I was able to relax and unwind."

Reviewed on 3 July 2025

Distinguished Apartment Rooftop Deck
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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