Baltimore Specials : Episode FLMKT-SP01
1. Camden Yards
- Home to the Baltimore Orioles
- Became the official home of the Orioles on April 6, 1992.
- Construction of the park was completed in 33 months
- Check out Boog's Barbeque on Eutaw street behind outfield
- Uncle Teddy's Pretzel stands are found in Camden Yards
Camden Yards, orioles.mlb.com
2. ESPN Zone
- For those who can't get enough SportsCenter, check out the store
- Two levels of interactive games
- Watch just about any sport on ESPN's monitors
- Hungry? No problem taking care of that.
ESPNZone, www.espn.go.com
3. Maryland Science Center
- Explore a variety of exhibits
- Space and Astronomy
- Health and Human Body
- Earth Sciences
Maryland Science Center, www.mdsci.org
4. National Aquarium
- Seahorses Beyond Imagination lets you view the little guys in their own habitat
- Wings in the Water has a variety of shark and rays
- Gray seals and Harbor seals are on display in this free exhibit
National Aquarium, www.aqua.org, Admission: Adults $17.50, Children $9.50
5. Ft McHenry
- Where The Star Spangled Banner was written
- The siege with the English lasted 25 hours
- Never came under attack after War of 1812
Ft McHenry, www.nps.gov/fomc, Admission: $5 entrance fee for 17 and older
6. Fell's Point Historic District
- Baltimore's oldest neighborhood
- Named after William Fell, who originally purchased the land
- Quaint shops and restaurants by day, night spots at night
Fell's Point Historic District, www.sunspot.net/entertainment
7. Obrycki's
- Try their famous clam chowder
- Don't forget the Backfin Crabcakes
- The wait staff will teach you how to crack and eat crabs
- To wash it down, try Obrycki's own microbrew beer
Obrycki's, www.obryckis.com
8. Café Hon
- Your waitress may wear a "Beehive" hairdo and call you "Hon"
- Prepare for a fun, down home breakfast experience
- You gotta check out this website!
Café Hon, www.cafehon.com
9. The Prime Rib
- Just a few minutes from the Inner Harbor area
- Of course they're known for Prime Rib
- But also steaks, thick chops and the freshest seafood including Maine Lobster
- The FINE LIVING Producer likes their Crab Cakes
The Prime Rib, www.theprimerib.com, Average meal about $50
10. The Havana Club
- Located right off the Inner Harbor area
- Demi Moore and Arnold Schwarzenegger own humidors
- Over $125,000 worth of cigars
- Salsa lessons every Wednesday night
The Havana Club, 410-468-0022, 600 Water St
11. The Harbor Court Hotel
- Try the "Romance Package" which includes champagne
- Located in the heart of the Inner Harbor area
- Quiet, English manor style décor
The Harbor Court Hotel, www.harborcourt.com, Rooms start at $200 per night
12. The Pier 5 Hotel
- Situated directly on the Inner Harbor's water.
- A contemporary upscale boutique hotel with a three-story atrium lobby
- Art nouveau furniture adorns the lobby
The Pier 5 Hotel, 410-539-2000, Rooms start around $210
13. The Clarion Peabody Court Hotel
- Elegant boutique hotel located in the historic Mt. Vernon Arts and Cultural District
- 104 newly renovated guest rooms
The Clarion Hotel, 410-727-7101, Rooms start around $150
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