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A June 2002 trip to Baltimore by Carmen

Dinner and a Show Photo - Tex Mex Grill, Baltimore, Maryland More Photos
Quote: On a sunny June afternoon, some friends and I decided to make the hour-long trek to Baltimore to not only see the sights of the Inner Harbor, but to catch a Baltimore Orioles game against the Philadelphia Phillies
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Baltimore's Inner Harbor Best of IgoUgo

Overview

Paddleboating Photo - Baltimore, Maryland
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The best time of our afternoon was picking an eatery with outdoor seating, having cool drinks and watching the people go by. Other best things to do would definitely be a visit to the aquarium, and if you call in advance for tickets - a baseball game at one of the most beautiful stadiums in the major leagues.Quick Tips: Make sure to take in the fudge show at the Fudgery in Harbor Place (the mall on the inner harbor.) It's fun, and there's free samples. :)Also realize that the place will be packed with people. If you don't like big crowds, you won't like the Inner Harbor. The benefits of the day will likely outweigh the downsides.Best Way To Get Around: Parking is a bear, and most any...Read More

Tex Mex Grill Best of IgoUgo

Restaurant

Dinner and a Show Photo - Tex Mex Grill, Baltimore, Maryland
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Despite bad service and food that wasn't so great, it was a good place to rest the old dogs and take in the atmosphere of the inner harbor. You know how good company and good drinks can make any dining experience better than it really is? Well, that's the case here. Our waiter was so nervous he was shaking, we waited forever for napkins and silverware, they ran out of glasses and started bringing drinks in plastic cups, they got our order wrong, etc. etc. But it was all ok, because we were having fun, watching street performers, and enjoying our cold beverages. Mostly, we stuck with appetizers to share, but I was a little hungrier and ordered the burger and fries. It wasn't too bad, but it wasn't too ...Read More

Member Rating 2 out of 5 on July 3, 2002

Tex Mex Grill
201 E Pratt St
Baltimore, Maryland 21202
410-783-2970

Phillips Harborplace Best of IgoUgo

Restaurant | "Phillips Seafood Restaurant"

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So why would a person who is allergic to seafood pick a seafood restaurant on the Inner Harbor in which to have dinner on a Saturday night? Well, my best friend just moved to Maryland and was having a hankering for crab, and Phillips is best known for their crabcakes, so I went with the flow. The good news for me is that they also served steak and chicken -- and I mentioned to our waitress about my allergy, so they took precautions and all was well. When we arrived at the restaurant, there looked to be a long line, but it moved at a quick pace. We waited maybe 15 minutes tops. We were seated at a table where we could look out on the inner harbor. There was a piano man at ...Read More

Member Rating 3 out of 5 on April 12, 2004

Phillips Harborplace
301 Light St
Baltimore, Maryland 21202
(410) 685-6600

Cheesecake Factory Best of IgoUgo

Restaurant

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The Cheesecake Factory is nothing special -- IF YOU DON'T LIKE CHEESECAKE! In my humble opinion, it's not the food that brings you in and keeps you there -- it's the dessert! The dinner menu isn't much to mention - the servings are enough for two to three people each time, but you'd never want to clean your plate. You want to save room for dessert. Plus, in almost every Cheesecake Factory I've ever been in, the wait for a table is horrendous. It's not all that great to make you wait two hours to eat. Instead, just jump in the 20-minute "to go" line and skip straight to the good stuff. Ok, yes, $7 is a bit much to pay for a slice of cheesecake. But it's more than that, for those with a s...Read More

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on April 12, 2004

Cheesecake Factory
201 East Pratt Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21202
(410) 234-3990

Harborplace and The Gallery Best of IgoUgo

Attraction | "Harborplace"

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While Harborplace does feature your average department store shopping -- like the Gap, Banana Republic, etc. -- it's the specialty stores that really grab your interest. There are lots of places to purchase that Baltimore t-shirt, or that Orioles pennant before you go to the game. And the specialty food stores can help you add a few pounds if you're not careful. My favorite is The Fudgery. I'm not sure of the schedule, but the workers at the fudgery put on a little show every so often as they work to make the fudge. Then, they'll give opportunities for special deals, like buy 3 get two free. And don't pass up any free samples, though once you taste, you'll want more. There are actually three separate ...Read More

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on July 3, 2002

Harborplace and The Gallery
200 East Pratt Street/Inner Harbor
Baltimore, Maryland 21202
(410) 332-4191

National Aquarium Baltimore Best of IgoUgo

Attraction | "Baltimore Aquarium"

The Aquarium Photo - National Aquarium Baltimore, Baltimore, Maryland
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OK, my first tip to you is to ORDER TICKETS IN ADVANCE, and GET THERE EARLY. Tickets actually do sell out - especially if it's a nice day. The earlier you get there, the less you'll have to deal with crowds and waiting. You can order them on the aquarium website, www.aqua.org When we visited, there was a special exhibit on seahorses. These "fish" just facinate me. I love the fact that the males are the ones that carry the young and "give birth". There are so many sizes and colors! As I've already mentioned, you just can't stay away from the sharks. They are such graceful, terrifying (to me anyway) creatures. Don't forget the rainforest exhibit. If you're looking to stay cool,...Read More

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on July 3, 2002

National Aquarium Baltimore
501 E. Pratt Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21202
(410) 576-3800

Oriole Park at Camden Yards Best of IgoUgo

Attraction | "Baltimore Orioles Hit it Out of the Park"

Orioles Park Photo - Oriole Park at Camden Yards, Baltimore, Maryland
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I'll be the first person to admit that I hate baseball. Any game that requires a "7th inning stretch" is just too long. But I have to say, that this particular game was a quick one, with a 11-1 win by the O's, and who could ask for a better stadium in which to watch the local team kick some butt! Camden Yards is just a great stadium, with a view of downtown Baltimore in the background. As with all sports stadiums, they charge you a fortune for food and drink, but you know that going in so you don't care so much when you get there. This particular night, there was a fireworks display after the game, and we stayed on to take in the show. We had been unfortunate enough to buy tickets that weren't ...Read More

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on July 3, 2002

Oriole Park at Camden Yards
333 West Camden St
Baltimore, Maryland 21201
+1 410 685 9800

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