The Coolest Neighborhoods in Baltimore

Canton is a very trendy area that has many local bars, pubs, and specialty shops. This neighborhood also hosts many wine festivals, summer concerts, and activities for families. The real estate is very expensive for this area, as it is downtown on the other side of the Baltimore Inner Harbor. Canton is home to classic architecture in the form of numerous formstone and brick rowhouses.

Hampden lies in North Baltimore and is the heart of the yuppie, hipster crowd of the city. This area is very artsy with specialty shops, pubs, and bars, including the wine variety, for those who love to hang out all night. This neighborhood is full of character as all the locals know one another, and there are often many street festivals down the Avenue (36th Street).

Federal Hill is known for its creative eateries and fantastic views of the Baltimore Inner Harbor. The sidewalks are made of cobblestone; the homes are brick. There are many local bars, shops, and restaurants. Many locals often jog around Federal Hill as it contains many hills and steps that you can use to your advantage. This neighborhood is small, yet full of personality, which makes it a must-visit.

Pigtown, also known as Washington Village, is a hip, historic community that neighbors the Inner Harbor, Camden Yards and M&T Bank Stadium. This is one of the most culturally and economically diverse neighborhoods in Baltimore. Local businesses range from sports bars to craft stores and renowned tattoo parlors. It’s also home to the annual Pigtown Festival, a September block party featuring delicious food, live music and the “Squeakness” Pig Race. The name dates back to the late 1800s when pigs were herded through the streets on the way to the slaughterhouse… if you were wondering.

Mount Vernon is Baltimore’s historic and cultural focal point as it comprises major establishments, such as the Walters Art Museum, the Washington Monument, and the George Peabody Library. This area is also very stylish and has an avid nightlife full of bars and restaurants to keep you coming back for more.

Fell’s Point in Baltimore is known for its live music, waterfront views, as well as its many pubs and taverns. In this neighborhood, you have everything from specialty ice cream shops to old saloons. There is always something to do in Fell’s Point—even if all you want to do is walk around on the cobblestone streets. The area also hosts many festivals and fun activities for families throughout the year.

Named for the iconic Bromo Seltzer Arts Tower that anchors the district to the south, this neighbourhood consists of three sections–upper, middle and lower Bromo–roughly bookended by Lombard Street and Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard. Check out Lexington Market, a perfect spot for a light bite, and a noteworthy historical destination as the oldest continuously operating markets in America. The eponymous tower itself has been part of the Baltimore skyline since 1911 and locals can get to enjoy outstanding vegetarian cuisine at the Land of Kush.