Paul’s Guidebook
Food scene
Best cappuccino in town is right around the corner at Marie Louise Bistro. You must try the decadent French Onion Soup, and the Linguine with Clams is to die for!
34 locals recommend
Marie Louise Bistro
904 N Charles StBest cappuccino in town is right around the corner at Marie Louise Bistro. You must try the decadent French Onion Soup, and the Linguine with Clams is to die for!
Great atmosphere, gourmet food. Try the perfectly balanced arugula salad with citrus and truffled vinaigrette. The filet is always cooked perfectly.
The Alexander Brown Restaurant
135 E Baltimore StGreat atmosphere, gourmet food. Try the perfectly balanced arugula salad with citrus and truffled vinaigrette. The filet is always cooked perfectly.
Cheers to this elevated Sunday Brunch at The Bygone. It boasts a spectacular all-you-can-eat buffet from 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM as well as bottomless Mimosas, Bloody Marys or Bellinis.
50 locals recommend
The Bygone
400 International DriveCheers to this elevated Sunday Brunch at The Bygone. It boasts a spectacular all-you-can-eat buffet from 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM as well as bottomless Mimosas, Bloody Marys or Bellinis.
Great ambiance and views at Topside, located inside The Revival Hotel. Topside has a lovely garden bar, a menu that celebrates the Chesapeake Bay. Whether you stop in for an original handcrafted cocktail, local craft beer, or a romantic sunset dinner. Topside won't disappoint.
16 locals recommend
Topside
101 W Monument StGreat ambiance and views at Topside, located inside The Revival Hotel. Topside has a lovely garden bar, a menu that celebrates the Chesapeake Bay. Whether you stop in for an original handcrafted cocktail, local craft beer, or a romantic sunset dinner. Topside won't disappoint.
A local favorite dive bar and casual restaurant walking distance from Madison House, with a large array of menu items, and an awesome happy hour menu.
21 locals recommend
Mount Vernon Stable & Saloon
909 N Charles StA local favorite dive bar and casual restaurant walking distance from Madison House, with a large array of menu items, and an awesome happy hour menu.
Located in Hampden, one of the trendiest areas in Baltimore. Avenue Kitchen and bar offers latin inspired fare in a hip and modern environment. Avenue offers daily food and drink specials!
Avenue Kitchen & Bar
911 W 36th StLocated in Hampden, one of the trendiest areas in Baltimore. Avenue Kitchen and bar offers latin inspired fare in a hip and modern environment. Avenue offers daily food and drink specials!
Woodberry Kitchen
2010 Clipper Park RdBeautiful outdoor seating and delicious farm to table menu!
Named after Edgar Allan Poe's last poem. This Poe-themed haunt boasts a menu filled with scary good Maryland fare at a reasonable price!
32 locals recommend
Annabel Lee
601 S Clinton StNamed after Edgar Allan Poe's last poem. This Poe-themed haunt boasts a menu filled with scary good Maryland fare at a reasonable price!
A must for anyone who loves South American fare.
My personal favorite is the heart of palm salad which is the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. The Chilean style ribs are simply delectable!
Maximo
A must for anyone who loves South American fare.
My personal favorite is the heart of palm salad which is the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. The Chilean style ribs are simply delectable!
Mount Vernon Marketplace
520 Park AveNeighborhood market with many dining options.
This unique producer only farmers market offers a variety of fresh food, handmade clothing, housewares and beauty products.
54 locals recommend
Baltimore Farmers Market and Bazaar
This unique producer only farmers market offers a variety of fresh food, handmade clothing, housewares and beauty products.
Local favorite, recently nominated "Fit for Foodies" and "Neighborhood Gem" by Opentable.com.
49 locals recommend
City Cafe
1001 Cathedral StLocal favorite, recently nominated "Fit for Foodies" and "Neighborhood Gem" by Opentable.com.
Eddie's of Mount Vernon
7 W Eager Stgreat local grocery store!
My personal favorite grocery store that will deliver groceries right to Madison House!
47 locals recommend
Whole Foods Market
200 Harker PlMy personal favorite grocery store that will deliver groceries right to Madison House!
Spirits of Mt. Vernon
900 N Charles StMy favorite neighborhood wine and spirit shop!
Alma Cocina Latina
1701 North Charles StreetSalads are phenomenal!
Sightseeing
Harborplace & The Gallery
200 E Pratt StGreat shopping in the heart of downtown Baltimore.
Whether you're solo or on a family trip carve out some time to experience The National Aquarium.
Buy tickets early if you've got a large group, kids enjoy the 3-D movies, and no need to bring a lunch, the aquarium has a full service cafeteria.
438 locals recommend
National Aquarium
501 E Pratt StWhether you're solo or on a family trip carve out some time to experience The National Aquarium.
Buy tickets early if you've got a large group, kids enjoy the 3-D movies, and no need to bring a lunch, the aquarium has a full service cafeteria.
Formally known as the Baltimore Zoo, The MD Zoo is the third oldest zoo in the country.
181 locals recommend
The Maryland Zoo
1 Safari PlFormally known as the Baltimore Zoo, The MD Zoo is the third oldest zoo in the country.
Edgar Allan Poe, American author, poet, editor and literary critic and a part of the American Romantic movement met his wife in Baltimore. Edgar Allan Poe lived with his aunt, Maria Clemm, and her family in this small duplex on North Amity Street in Baltimore from about 1832 until fall 1835.
The month of October is usually associated with the strange and mysterious, and in Baltimore that’s especially true when it comes to “Poe-tober.” October is the perfect time to explore Edgar Allan Poe’s macabre life, his enigmatic death and everything in between with only-in Baltimore exhibitions, events and tours.
64 locals recommend
Edgar Allan Poe House and Museum
203 N Amity StEdgar Allan Poe, American author, poet, editor and literary critic and a part of the American Romantic movement met his wife in Baltimore. Edgar Allan Poe lived with his aunt, Maria Clemm, and her family in this small duplex on North Amity Street in Baltimore from about 1832 until fall 1835.
The month of October is usually associated with the strange and mysterious, and in Baltimore that’s especially true when it comes to “Poe-tober.” October is the perfect time to explore Edgar Allan Poe’s macabre life, his enigmatic death and everything in between with only-in Baltimore exhibitions, events and tours.
America's first major monument honoring America's first president, George Washington.
93 locals recommend
Washington Monument
America's first major monument honoring America's first president, George Washington.
Part of Johns Hopkins University this modest 300,000-volume 19th-century library with stunning ornate Greek Revival interior.
44 locals recommend
Peabody Library
17 E Mt Vernon PlPart of Johns Hopkins University this modest 300,000-volume 19th-century library with stunning ornate Greek Revival interior.
Check out the original star spangled banner on display!
13 locals recommend
Maryland Historical Society
610 Park AveCheck out the original star spangled banner on display!
Awesome children's museum located steps from the Inner Harbor.
80 locals recommend
Port Discovery Children's Museum
35 Market PlAwesome children's museum located steps from the Inner Harbor.
Oriole Park at Camden Yards
333 W Camden StIconic stadium and home to Baltimore Orioles!
NFL lovers unite! Two-time Super Bowl champs, The Baltimore Ravens were named after the poem "The Raven" by Edgar Allen Poe.
264 locals recommend
M&T Bank Stadium
1101 Russell StNFL lovers unite! Two-time Super Bowl champs, The Baltimore Ravens were named after the poem "The Raven" by Edgar Allen Poe.
The Arts
The Walters Art Museum is a historic 3-building gallery with an extensive collection of paintings and artifacts, and free admission.
278 locals recommend
The Walters Art Museum
600 N Charles StThe Walters Art Museum is a historic 3-building gallery with an extensive collection of paintings and artifacts, and free admission.
Baltimore Center Stage
700 N Calvert StPerforming Arts theatre just blocks from Madison House.
City advice
Getting around
Charm City Circulator is FREE!
The Charm City Circulator is a privately funded, public transit shuttle bus service giving riders connection to historic sites, parking, and businesses throughout downtown Baltimore for free. In Mount Vernon, the Purple Route services Charles and St. Paul Streets.
for more info visit: http://charmcitycirculator.com/
Ways to save
The National Aquarium
Maryland Residents get a discount if you show a valid MD ID!
FRIDAY EVENINGS ARE HALF PRICE YEAR ROUND!
Don't miss
International Edgar Allan Poe Festival & Awards
Don't miss this annual free outdoor event will feature Poe-themed performances, art, vendors and food across the street from the Poe House & Museum at 203 N. Amity Street.
Don't miss
"Christmas Street" 34 Street, Hampden, MD
34th Street in Hampden has the most Christmas spirit in Baltimore for 74 years running.
Check out:
https://www.christmasstreet.com/
Don't miss
HonFest
Filled with beehives and bouffants, Honfest is an annual festival held in the Hampden neighborhood of Baltimore, Maryland.
For more info:
http://honfest.net/
Ways to save
The Walters Art Museum
Admission to The Walters Art Museum is free and most performances are too.
The museum is less than 5 blocks from Madison House or you can take the free Charm City Circulator (stop #307) to get there.
Don't miss
Baltimore Farmers Market and Bazaar
Sundays from 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM
As one of Maryland’s largest producer-only market, the Baltimore Farmers' Market & Bazaar offers an assortment of fruits and vegetables, dairy, meats and seafood, breads, plants, and delicious made-to-order items, in addition to handmade clothing & accessories, natural bath & body products, home furnishings, souvenirs and original works of art.
http://promotionandarts.org/events-festivals/baltimore-farmers-market-bazaar