The City of Baltimore lists a 9.5% hotel room tax, the Comptroller lists a 6% state sales and use tax that covers room rentals, and the National Park Service lists a $15.00 entrance fee for adults 16 and older at Fort McHenry (valid seven days, children 15 and under free, annual pass $45). NOAA's normals for Baltimore/Washington International Airport give a July high of 88.8°F and a January high of 43.2°F. We read these through search summaries and could not verify a current MTA fare.
| Topic | Detail |
|---|---|
| Best for | A harbor city base and a national monument |
| Trade-offs | Layered lodging taxes; details via search summaries |
| Getting around | We could not verify a current MTA fare |
| Key places | Fort McHenry National Monument |
| Nearby | Annapolis, Frederick |
What to see and do
Fees are from the National Park Service page (read October 20, 2026, via a search summary); the grounds, visitor center and film are listed as free.
Practical notes
See transportation for the transit facts we verified and the hotels guide for how lodging taxes work. Hours, prices and access rules change; confirm with each venue.