American Football
Baltimore, Maryland, is home of the Baltimore Ravens of the National Football League. The Ravens play at M&T Bank Stadium, which is located in the city’s Inner Harbor district. Several hotels are within walking distance.
Tripdvisor Guide to Baltimore.
M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Maryland, home of the Baltimore Ravens of the National Football League. Photo Credit: Famartin.
Following the Raider Nation’s blackouts of New Orleans, Louisiana, and Nashville, Tennessee, Oakland Raider fans are making plans to invade yet another rival city: Baltimore, Maryland.
The Oakland Raiders will take on the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on Sunday 2 October 2016 in the fourth game of the 2016 National Football League (NFL) season.
If you missed the fun in New Orleans or Nashville, not to worry!
Part Three of Raider Nation Mayhem will take place in Baltimore, Maryland, on the weekend of 30 September – 2 October 2016.
Raiders fans in the Baltimore – Washington, DC, area have a full weekend of activities planned for the weekend that Oakland Raiders take on the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium.
Highlights will include …
A Raider Nation Meet and Greet on Friday 30 September.
A Saturday Morning Brunch, an Inner Harbor Speedboat Tour, a Horseshoe Casino Outing, a Raider Nation Happy Hour, and a Raider Nation Rally on Saturday 1 October.
A Raider Nation Tailgate Party in the parking lot of T&M Bank Stadium before the game, a Raider Nation Game Watch Party for those that can’t attend the game in person, and a Raider Nation After Party after the game on Saturday 1 October.
Click for information on times, tickets, and addresses at the following link: Raider Nation Invades Baltimore 2016
Top Baltimore Tourist Attractions
Pubs line South Broadway Street in Baltimore’s historic Fell’s Point District. Photo Credit: Wikimedia Commons.
Baltimore’s Inner Harbor is home to many of the city’s top tourist attractions. Here are some of the “must see” attractions Oakland Raiders fans should check out while they’re in Charm City …
Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine – the National Anthem is played before sporting events. Have you ever wondered what the lyrics are all about? They were based on the Battle of Baltimore in 1812, which took place at this important national monument.
Star Spangled Banner Flag House – built in 1793, this was the home of Mary Pickersgill, who sewed the garrison flag that Francis Scott Key saw still waving “over the land of the free and the home of the brave”, which inspired him to write a poem, which become the lyrics to the National Anthem.
Babe Ruth Birthplace Museum – learn about the life and times of Babe Ruth, who is considered the best baseball player of all times, at this fascinating museum, which is just two blocks from Camden Yards, home of the Baltimore Orioles of Major League Baseball.
Edgar Allen Poe House and Museum – Baltimore’s football team is called the Ravens for a reason! One of America’s most revered poets, Edgar Allen Poe, who penned “The Raven”, died and was buried in the city. He lived in this National Historic Landmark from 1933 to 1835.
Westminster Hall, Burying Grounds and Catacombs – this was the final resting ground of Edgar Allen Poe, General James McHenry, and many other prominent Americans.
Maryland Science Center – learn how science interacts with your everyday life through hands on activities. There is an IMAX theater and a planetarium. Great for famiies with children!
National Aquarian – get up close and personal with 17,000 sharks, dolphins, rays, and tropical fish in a naturalistic setting. There is a 4-D Immersion Theatre!
World Trade Center – for the best view of Charm City, take the elevator to the Observation Level of the World Trade Center on the 27th floor.
Fell’s Point – established in 1763, this historic neighborhood has cobblestone streets lined with antique shops, restaurants, coffee bars, music stores, and more than 120 pubs.
Harbor Cruise – several companies offer cruises on various types of craft through the Inner Harbour and the Patapsco River. Water taxis also ply the waters.
Where to Stay in Baltimore
Hotel RL Baltimore Inner Harbour by Red Lion.
These hotels are recommended by local Raiders fans:
Hotel RL Baltimore Inner Harbor by Red Lion - 207 East Redwood, Baltimore Maryland.
Days Inn - 100 Hopkins Place, Baltimore, Maryland.
Sleep Inn and Suites Downtown Inner Harbour - 301 Fallsway, Baltimore, Maryland.
Many visiting sports fans like to stay at hotels and motels in the Inner Harbor because of their proximity not only to Baltimore’s sporting venues, but also to many of the city's most important tourist attractions.
Several hotels are less than a mile to the stadium, with walking times ranging from 11 to 19 minutes.
These hotels are situated closest to the stadium:
Scarborough Fair Bed and Breakfast – 801 South Charles, Street, Baltimore, Maryland. 0.6 miles to the stadium, an 11 minute walk. Check room rates here
Hilton Baltimore – 401 West Pratt Street, Baltimore, Maryland. 0.6 miles to the stadium, a 12 minute walk. Check room rates here
Holiday Inn Express Baltimore at the Stadiums – 550 Light Street, Baltimore, Maryland. 0.6 miles to the stadium, a12 minute walk. Check room rates here
Hampton Inn Baltimore Downtown Convention Center – 550 Washington Boulevard, Baltimore, Maryland. 0.6 miles to the stadium, 13 minute walk. Check room rates here
Rachael’s Dowry Bed and Breakfast – 637 Washington Boulevard, Baltimore, Maryland. 0.7 miles to the stadium, a 13 minute walk. Check room rates here
Baltimore Marriott Inner Harbor at Camden Yards – 301 West Lombard Street, Baltimore, Maryland. 110 South Eutaw Street, Baltimore, Maryland. 0.7 miles to the stadium, 13 minute walk. Check room rates here
Sheraton Inner Harbor Hotel – 300 South Charles Street, Baltimore, Maryland. 0.7 miles to the stadium, a 14 minute walk. Check room rates here
Holiday Inn Inner Harbor – 301 West Lombard Street, Baltimore, Maryland. 0.8 miles to the stadium, a 15 minute walk. Check room rates here
Bridgestreet at Camden Court – 300 West Lombard Street, Baltimore, Maryland. 0.8 miles to the stadium, a 15 minute walk. Check room rates here
Royal Sonesta Harbor Court Baltimore -550 Light Street, Baltimore, Maryland. 0.8 miles to the stadium, a 16 minute walk. Check room rates here
Hyatt Regency Baltimore Inner Harbor – 0.9 miles from the stadium, an 18 minute walk. Check room rates here
Baltimore is too good a place to rush! Why not stay a few days?
Where to Eat
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You won’t go hungry in Charm City!
Fresh crab, yummy seafood – what else would you expect from a port city along the Atlantic Seaboard?
Baltimore’s historic neighborhoods are dotted with casual cafes where you can nosh on Italian, Mediterranean, and Middle Eastern fare.
You’ll also find elegant eateries along the city's colourful waterfront serving haute cuisine.
Baltimore has a burgeoning craft beer movement.
To find the perfect place to eat:
Browse Baltimore restaurant reviews in TripAdvisor>>
How to Get to Baltimore
Baltimore/Washington International Airport. Photo Credit: © JG Howes.
If you are driving to Baltimore, take …
Interstate 95 North from Virginia, the Carolinas, Georgia, and Florida.
Interstate 95 South from Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, and New England.
Interstate 70 East from Maryland, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Colorado, and Utah.
If You Are Flying to Baltimore …
There are three major airports in the Baltimore/Washington DC metropolitan area. Ronald Reagan National Airport is located in Arlington,Virginia; Washington Dulles International Airport is located in Fairfax County, Virginia.
The closest – and busiest – airport is Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, which is served by 14 airlines flying to more than 65 domestic and 10 international nonstop travel destinations.
The airport is approximately a 15 minute drive from downtown Baltimore.
Check schedules and fares here:
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