Seeing is believing: downtown Baltimore is packed with surprising, rewarding finds. It boasts a dynamic theater district, a burgeoning gallery scene and is the epicenter of the city's beloved sports teams. Plus, for hungry travelers it offers everything from historic markets to swank restaurants. As the birthplace of Babe Ruth and the final resting place of Edgar Allen Poe, the heart of Charm City definitely deserves a visit.
Make your way to the end of the Water Street's cobblestones and you'll find Peter's, a Baltimore institution since 1974. The no-frills watering hole offers a break from the downtown tourist stops and is just steps from the Inner Harbor. The bar has a loyal, local following who come often for lunch or to enjoy the patio. Plus, Peter's is famously affordable--their $5, 32-ounce pours of beer might be the best deal in town.
