Day Trip to Baltimore During a Vacation in Washington, DC

Six Flags America, Washington DC

Something for all ages!

Six Flags America, Washington DC

The exciting and cultural city of Baltimore sits just forty miles outside of our nation's capital. Take advantage of Baltimore's close proximity to Washington DC and explore the area with a fun day trip. With so much to see and do in Baltimore, you can fill a full day of activities and excitement in Baltimore!

Start your day in Baltimore with a fun Ride the Ducks tour of the city. You will love seeing the city's sights by both land and sea on an amphibious vehicle. Some of the sites you will pass by include Edgar Allan Poe's graveyard, the Washington Monument, Little Italy, and Fell's Point. During the tour, you'll hear interesting narration about the city.

You can give your family a full day of fun in Baltimore with a day at Six Flags. This theme park is filled with dozens of thrill rides and mega coasters, as well as fun rides for smaller visitors. You can also enjoy games, live regular and special performances, and more while you're at Six Flags. If you visit the area in the warm summer months, take advantage of the on-site water park for an exciting way to cool off. This water park features tube rides, water slides, chutes, kiddie splash areas, a wave pool, and other water features that making beating the summer heat fun.

Spend some time cruising Baltimore's scenic Inner Harbor in style on the Spirit of Baltimore with a memorable lunch cruise. This two-hour cruise takes you in a fabulous tour boat through the Inner Harbor while you enjoy live entertainment and a succulent lunch. For dinner, your whole family will love the phenomenal experience of the Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament. While you dine on a four course meal in true medieval style without utensils, you will be entertained by a live show featuring six knights in a range of competitions, including jousting and hand-to-hand combat.

You will want to make some time to enjoy the world class shopping available in Baltimore. From the over 160 name brand shops at the Inner Harbor to the fabulous antique finds you can find at Antique Row at the 800 block of Howard Street, the city is a shopper's paradise!

With these and so many other fabulous ways to spend a day in Baltimore, you won't want to miss out on your chance to take a day trip and enjoy the Baltimore area while you're in Washington DC!