About Baltimore, Maryland

The largest and most populous city in Maryland, Baltimore is a prime tourist destination on the East Coast, having hosted more than 24.5 million visitors in 2014. Many tourists are impressed with the city’s landmarks that feature architectural sophistication such as the Baltimore Basilica and the Phoenix Shot Tower.

Popular Destinations in Baltimore

Looking for activities once your private jet arrives in Baltimore? The city’s best attractions are located throughout three notable downtown areas – Inner Harbor, Fells Point, and Mount Vernon. Here are some of the top attractions and entertainment options Baltimore has to offer:

National Aquarium: This is a famous destination that is suitable for visitors of all ages. As the popular attraction handles a huge influx of visitors each time, admissions will be staggered to ensure everyone gets a chance to see the marine exhibits. Here, visitors can see various crustaceans and fish that live exclusively in Maryland as well as dolphins, sharks and more exotic creatures from the deep sea.

Walters Art Museum: For those visitors with an interest in ancient manuscripts, medieval coats of armor, Etruscan jewelry and Egyptian mummies, the Walters Art Museum is the ideal place to visit. The museum also conducts various types of classes too, but do note that vacancies tend to fill up fast.

Fort Henry National Monument & Historic Shrine: Built between 1798 and 1803, this star-shaped fort lies just 3 miles southeast of the city center. History buffs will be thrilled to go on the walking tour where they can learn about the 1814 bombardment of the fort as well as the origins of the nation anthem.

American Visionary Art Museum: This museum sits adjacent to Baltimore’s Inner Harbor and it is hard to miss the building with its eye-catching visual designs on its exteriors. The museum defines visionary art as art that is produced by self-taught artists that have not received any formal training. The exhibits show the raw passion of these independent artists.

Maryland Science Center: This is Maryland’s oldest scientific institution that has undergone a major expansion and renovation to allow new exhibitions to be opened on all levels as well as adding a permanent hall that showcases earth sciences and dinosaurs. It is a kid-friendly attraction.

Rams Head Live: Rams Head Live is an music venue in Baltimore offering a live performance of top artists with many popular and legendary acts having performed in this state-of-the-art facility.

Luxury Lodging in Baltimore

Seeking luxury accommodations once your private jet has arrived in Baltimore? Baltimore offers excellent accommodation options for an urban retreat. Some of the popular ones include:

• Baltimore Marriott Waterfront
• Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore
• Hilton Baltimore
• Hotel Monaco Baltimore, A Kimpton Hotel
• Hyatt Regency Baltimore
• Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel
• Royal Sonesta Harbor Court Baltimore

Airports In or Nearby Baltimore For Private Jets

Looking for a private aircraft charter to Baltimore, Maryland? Traveling to and from Baltimore is easy as both major and local airports are available in and around the city’s vicinity. Here are some of the key airports to consider:

• Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI): Baltimore-Washington International or BWI Marshall is one of the three major airports that serve this metropolitan area – it is the top airport by passenger count. The airport lies ten miles south of Baltimore. BWI has five passenger concourses (A to E) in total, but concourses A and B were merged in 2005. The airport has three asphalt runways (10/28, 15L/33R and 15R/33L) as well as an asphalt helipad.
• Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA): Previously known as Washington National Airport, the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is another major airport that’s located three miles south of downtown Washington which serves Baltimore-Washington metro area. The airport has three terminals from A to C. Terminals B and C are the larger and newer terminals that contain 36 gates. There are three asphalt runways.
• Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): Named after John Foster Dulles, this is the second busiest airport that serves the larger Baltimore-Washington metropolitan area. The airport is made up of three terminals. One is known as the main terminal and the other two are midfield terminal buildings. Combined together, there are 16 hardstand locations and 123 gates. There are also four concrete runways.
• Tipton Airport (FME): This local airport was first constructed in 1960, and was originally a military airfield. Located just south of Fort George G. Meade, the airport covers about 366 acres of land, and it caters to general aviation with its single asphalt runway (10/28).
• Martin State Airport (MTN): Located 10 miles east of Baltimore’s central business district, Martin State Airport is a general aviation relief airport. The airport has a concrete helipad and a runway paved with asphalt in the 15/33 direction.
• Lee Airport (ANP): Owned by the Lee Airport Authority, Lee Airport is opened for public use and caters mainly to general aviation. It has a single asphalt-paved runway in the 12/30 direction. Some of the airport’s resources also cater for military use.
• College Park Airport (CGS): Located in the Prince Georges County, College Park Airport is one of the oldest, operational airports in the world. It has a single runway that is paved with asphalt in the 15/33 direction. It is 33 miles away from Baltimore.
• Carroll County Regional Airport (DMW): Located northwest of Baltimore City, Carroll County Regional Airport is a premier airport that contains general aviation facilities, services and support. The airport has a single runway which is paved with asphalt in the 16/34 direction.
• Phillips Army Airfield (APG): Located 37 miles away from Baltimore, the airfield caters to both commercial and general aviation operations. The airfield has three runways; one has high-intensity lighting systems and the other two are suitable for daytime operations.