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Escape the city for a while on one of Watermark's Cruises on the Bay. Watermark offers a variety of different tours and cruises, suitable for any party. Rent a private yacht or take a 45 or 90-minute cruise on the Annapolitan II in Inner Harbor. You can even take a romantic twilight cruise and see Baltimore´s city skyline lighting up the night.

Explore the almost 650 acres of Druid Hill Park. Whether you are interested in sports, nature or even animals, you will find something to do in this popular park. Baltimore´s first large municipal park, Druid Hill is known for its rolling hills, shady lawns, majestic forest, and lovely water features. Escape the urban hustle and bustle to hike, bike, play a ball game, or visit the zoo at this urban outdoor oasis.

Walk the streets of the Mount Vernon neighborhood during the annual Artscape. This artistic neighborhood hosts the largest free arts festival in the United States. Check out the works of various visual and performing artists, from painters to sculptors, dancers, musicians, opera singers and more, during this three day summer festival.