Restaurants
In addition to several food and beverage kiosks that will be open in the Baltimore Convention Center during the conference, we suggest visiting the restaurants below while you are in Baltimore.
Lunch
| Pitamore Mediterranean plates and sandwiches 5-minute walk 30 Light Street, Baltimore, MD 21202 | The Red Boat Asian Fusion Banh-mi, pho, tacos, and more 8-minute walk 3 N Eutaw St, Baltimore, MD 21201 |
| Thai Elephant Wok Thai food and lunch specials 5-minute walk 32 S Eutaw St, Baltimore, MD 21201 | Miss Carter's Place Soul food restaurant 12-minute walk 103 West Lexington Street, Baltimore, MD 21201 |
| Penn and Pratt Greek and American salads, subs, gyros, breakfast and more 9-minute walk 663 W Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21201 | Caribbean Dynasty Restaurant & Lounge Caribbean restaurant 8-minute walk 647 W Pratt St., Baltimore, MD 21201 |
| Taqueria La Patrona Mexican restaurant 11-minute walk 101 W Lexington St, Baltimore, MD 21201 | The Empanada Lady Empanadas and other Puerto Rican fare 10-minute walk 10 South St STE 100, Baltimore, MD 21202 |
| SS Cafe LLC American brunch and lunch plates 11-minute walk 112 N Eutaw St, Baltimore, MD 21201 | Nalley Fresh - Baltimore St. Salads, wraps, and bowls 10-minute walk 120 E Baltimore St, Baltimore, MD 21202 |
Dinner
| Kona Grill American fare and sushi 2-minute walk 1 E Pratt St #103, Baltimore, MD 21202 | Maiwand Grill Afghan restaurant 7-minute walk 324 West Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21201 |
| The Yard American fare 5-minute walk Located inside the Marriott Inner Harbor at Camden Yards Hotel 110 S Eutaw St, Baltimore, MD 21201 | Ramen Utsuke Inner Harbor Ramen, sushi, and happy hour 4-minute walk 414 Light St #103, Baltimore, MD 21202 |
| Supano's Restaurant Seafood and steaks 6-minute walk 110 Water St, Baltimore, MD 21202 | Be More Thai Thai restaurant with happy hour 14-minute walk 1006 Light St, Baltimore, MD 21230 |
| The Water Street Tavern & Key West Patio Bar American fare, open late 6-minute walk 102 Water St, Baltimore, MD 21202 | Kiku Sushi Sushi and other Japanese specialties 14-minute walk 1017 Light St, Baltimore, MD 21230 |
| Lumbini Restaurant Indian and Nepalese dishes including halal & vegan options 13-minute walk 322 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21201 | Blackwall Hitch American restaurant with seafood, flatbreads, and more 12-minute walk 700 E Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21202 |
Activities
Catch an Orioles Game at Camden Yards
The Baltimore Orioles will play the Texas Rangers on June 28-June 30 at Camden Yards, a convenient 5-minute walk from the conference venue. Don't miss out on seeing the home team play while you're in town! A discount code for game tickets will be emailed to ARM registrants ahead of the conference.
National Aquarium
The National Aquarium, located in the Inner Harbor area of downtown Baltimore, is home to more than 17,000 specimens representing over 750 species. The National Aquarium houses several exhibits including the Upland Tropical Rain Forest, a multiple-story Atlantic Coral Reef, an open-ocean shark tank, and Australia: Wild Extremes. The aquarium is open every day, so don’t miss it while you are in Baltimore for ARM!
Baltimore Museum of Art
The Baltimore Museum of Art (BMA) has long focused on acquiring the art of the present moment, while maintaining and deepening a historic collection made relevant through vigorous development and reinterpretation in all collecting areas. Through the courageous and risk-taking vision of previous Museum leaders, the BMA assembled and presented one of the most important collections of 18th-, 19th-, and 20th-century art in the United States. BMA is open Wednesday-Sunday, and general admission is always free. Current exhibitions include: Joyce J. Scott: Walk a Mile in My Dreams, Finding Home, and many more!
Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History & Culture
Located in the heart of Downtown Baltimore, the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History & Culture is the premier experience and best resource for information and inspiration about the lives of African American Marylanders. Permanent collections include the McMillan African Artifact Collection, the Louis G. and Shirley Hecht Jazz Archival Collection, and more.
Atomic Books
Atomic Books is Baltimore’s legendary indie bookstore that specializes in small press, graphic novels, contemporary art, and literature. Stop by for some eclectic finds.
Visit a Brewery
Home to several craft breweries and distilleries, including the Guinness Open Gate Brewery, Baltimore has no shortage of places to grab a pint. These watering holes could be the perfect place to grab a drink with your fellow ARM attendees.
Baltimore Water Taxi
Head out on a harbor trolley or a harbor cruise around the Harbor, passing historic landmarks, popular attractions, and vibrant neighborhoods. The water taxi is a great way to see the sights of the city.
Power Plant Live!
Power Plant Live! is a cool district of bars, restaurants, and entertainment venues located just blocks from the iconic Inner Harbor. The district boasts live music venues, beer gardens, an escape room, and indoor axe-throwing. Power Plant Live! hosts events throughout the year and offers weekly specials. Don’t miss the Maryland Mac & Cheese Festival on June 29-30!
To learn more about what Baltimore has to offer, visit this page for must-dos, must-sees, and must-eats!