Did you know that Baltimore, Maryland is the home of Fort McHenry and the U.S. national anthem “Star Spangled Banner?” Accordingly, this mid-Atlantic city offers a host of historical and cultural attractions, including the Civil War–era warship the USS Constellation, located in the Inner Harbor. You can also find several charming boutiques and eateries in this area.

If you like crab cakes and the Orioles, Baltimore is the place to be! There are also plenty of attractions, such as the National Aquarium, with nearly 20,000 different types of creatures, including birds, fish, reptiles, mammals, and invertebrates.

If you’re into American literature, Baltimore is the home of the Edgar Allan Poe House and Museum — as well as his final resting site.