Baltimore is internationally known to be a great city for visitors. Famous for local seafood restaurants and terrific family activities such as the National Aquarium and Maryland Science Center, it's a popular vacation destination. However, living in the Baltimore suburbs, we don't go into the city often. So we decided to be tourists for a weekend and find out what makes Baltimore so special. We stayed at the Royal Sonesta Harbor Court . This hotel has always been a Baltimore landmark for upscale family travel and it's still maintaining this image today. Only a short ride to Cruise Maryland at the Port of Baltimore, it is a perfect location for a pre or post cruise stay. From the Royal Sonesta Harbor Court, you can easily walk to most of the main attractions Baltimore has to offer. The Maryland Science Center is just a few steps away across the street. Walk a bit further the other direction and you'll find yourself by the National Aquarium, great shopping, and restaurants. As soon as we arrived, we headed over to Harborplace for unique Maryland themed shopping and delicious fudge and candy at The Fudgery. We stopped for a traditional seafood lunch at the iconic Rusty Scupper. It's located right on the water and has an amazing view of the Baltimore harbor. I love watching the people and boats cruising by while dining. After exploring a bit more, we checked into the Royal Sonesta Harbor Court Hotel. For traveling with kids, they have spacious Harborview Rooms with sofa beds or even larger Premier Suites. The suites are perfect for families who need a bit more space. We had a Harborview Premier Suite and it was perfect. With two large bay windows overlooking the Baltimore harbor, the views were spectacular. This suite has lots of drawer and closet space, a large bar top with refrigerator (even on a stay-cation, we always have leftovers!) and a sofa bed. There was even plenty of room to have a rollaway brought in if needed. And the bathroom, SERIOUSLY, the bathroom, was amazing. All marble with double sinks, a huge soaking tub, stand up shower, luxurious bath products and a huge lighted mirror...with a television in it. Yes, a TV is hidden and illuminates in the center of the mirror. You can imagine the look on my boy's faces! The activities found in the hotel on the 7th floor are unbelievable. While visiting, you can definitely stay fit with an indoor swimming pool, large fitness room with up-to-date equipment, racquetball court and even a rooftop tennis court. After exploring the amenities the hotel has to offer, we had worked up an appetite and were ready for dinner. We went to Explorers, the intimate restaurant and lounge on the second floor of the Harbor Court Hotel. We tried a few signature items from the menu, as well as drinks from the extensive wine and cocktails list. I highly recommend the spicy-sweet honey chicken wings - they are unbelievably delicous. Night time in Baltimore offers so much to do. The Baltimore Water Taxi runs from about mid-morning to evening and can take you from the Inner Harbor to various points in the city. The #3 Science Center stop is just a short walk from the Royal Sonesta Harbor Court Hotel. Take it over to Fell's Point for local seafood and bars, or experience the upscale restaurants and shops at the newest Harbor East area. If you've never been to Baltimore before, try the infamous Phillips Seafood Restaurant or Hard Rock Cafe. Whether heading on a cruise from our beautiful Cruise Maryland terminal, or visiting Baltimore for a family vacation, the Royal Sonesta Harbor Court is a perfect location and fantastic place to stay when enjoying all that our city has to offer. We are already looking forward to our next stay-cation!
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I'm the creator behind this blog, where I share our family’s love for travel, especially cruising. By day, I work full-time in an office—and all the time, I'm a proud mom to two amazing young men. We took our first cruise when they were energetic little boys, and I’ve included plenty of tips for traveling with kids in tow. With our packed work and school schedules, we cherish every holiday break and make the most of our time off. We gravitate toward cruises and luxury hotel stays, always on the lookout for family-friendly experiences that offer comfort, elegance, and a touch of indulgence—think spacious suites, gorgeous décor, excellent service, and memorable dining. When we're not traveling, you’ll find me enjoying local restaurants or getting creative in my own kitchen with cooking and baking. Start dreaming—and planning—your next luxurious getaway, whether by sea or on land, with My Virtual Vacations. I'm always happy to answer questions or offer personalized recommendations to help you make the most of your travels. Be sure to check back often for new blog posts, travel tips, and inspiration—there are always more family adventures on the horizon!
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