Baltimore · Baltimore City County, MD
Cheap things to do in Baltimore
Scout analyzed 130 Baltimore places and surfaced the ones that actually fit cheap day out.
Places analyzed
130
Matches
24
Typical spend
$25
Typical visit
1.4 hr
Best neighborhoods for cheap day out
Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.
Scout-verified spots
Guilford
Sherwood Gardens
Sherwood Gardens is a free garden, best enjoyed for a relaxed outdoor stroll during daylight hours, especially in spring. Expect to spend about an hour here, possibly pairing it with a meal nearby.
Baltimore Peninsula
Nick's Fish House
Nick's Fish House is a casual seafood spot with river views and live music, good for a relaxed meal. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $30-60 per person for food and drinks.
Canton
Mama's on the Half Shell
Mama's on the Half Shell is good for a relaxed seafood meal, particularly for oysters and ample portions. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $35-75 per person, making it a good anchor for a Canton outing.
Cylburn Arboretum
Cylburn Arboretum
Cylburn Arboretum is a free, mixed indoor/outdoor destination for a relaxing couple of hours, perfect for a family walk, solo nature retreat, or pairing with a picnic. Expect moderate walking across gardens and trails.
Old Goucher
Sophomore Coffee
Sophomore Coffee is suitable for a quick, relaxed stop to grab coffee and a pastry, typically lasting under an hour and costing $5-15 per person. It pairs well with local errands or a casual stroll through the neighborhood.
Outdoors
Loch Raven Reservoir Park
Loch Raven Reservoir Park is ideal for a half-day outdoor family outing, offering activities like hiking, birdwatching, and picnicking. Expect to spend little to nothing if just walking, or up to $25 for boat rentals.
Inner Harbor
Matriarch Coffee - Harborplace Cafe
This coffee shop is a good spot for a quick stop to refuel during a downtown outing, or for a quiet moment to yourself. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and $5-15 per person.
Hampden
Artifact Coffee
Artifact Coffee is good for a relaxed solo stop or a casual meet-up, often paired with a walk or local shopping. Expect to spend $10-$25 per person for an hour or less.
Federal Hill
Morning Mugs
Morning Mugs is suitable for a casual solo or small group visit for coffee and a light bite, fitting well before or after errands. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and $5-$15 per person.
Fells Point
Ampersea
Ampersea is suitable for a dinner outing, offering New American fare in a contemporary setting. Expect a 1.5-hour visit with a per-person spend of $50-100, potentially combining it with a stroll along the waterfront.
Franklintown
Leakin Park
Leakin Park is suitable for a free, active half-day outing for families or solo adventurers, offering trails and sports facilities. It pairs well with a picnic or can be a destination for exercise.
Sports & Recreation
Lake Roland Nature Council
Lake Roland is a green space for a free outdoor excursion, suitable for a few hours of hiking or dog walking. It pairs well with a picnic or a casual meal nearby after your visit.
Outdoors
Rocks State Park
Rocks State Park is ideal for a half-day or full-day outdoor excursion, suitable for families or solo adventurers looking to hike, fish, or tube. Expect to spend $0-$10 on entry and activities, and wear comfortable shoes for significant walking.
Riverside
Koba Café
Koba Café is suitable for a morning coffee or a casual light lunch, pairing well with a stroll in the neighborhood. Expect to spend $10-25 per person for an outing lasting about 45 minutes.
Remington
Café Los Sueños
This coffee shop is ideal for a quick, relaxed solo stop or a casual meet-up, costing around $5-15 per person for a drink and snack, and typically lasting under an hour.
Brewers Hill
Gunther & Co.
Gunther & Co. is suitable for a brunch or dinner date, offering New American dishes and craft cocktails in an airy bi-level space with a patio. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $35-$75 per person, depending on drinks and courses.
Mid-Town Belvedere
Mera Kitchen Collective
Mera Kitchen Collective is a good spot for a casual meal of Latin American and Middle Eastern cuisine, often paired with an evening out. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $20-40 per person for food and a drink.
Harbor East
The Bygone
The Bygone is ideal for an upscale evening out with refined dining and cocktails, offering a celebratory atmosphere. Expect to spend a couple of hours and over $100 per person.
Hampden
The Food Market
The Food Market is ideal for a dinner outing, offering creative American cuisine and cocktails. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $30-75 per person for a meal and drinks.
Outdoors
Oregon Ridge Nature Center
Oregon Ridge Nature Center is a great spot for a half-day family outing, offering trails, a nature center, and a playground. Expect to spend little to nothing on entry, though specialized activities like skiing may have costs.
Fells Point
Blue Moon Cafe
Blue Moon Cafe is a popular breakfast spot with a funky setting, good for a casual morning meal. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $15-25 per person.
Hampden
The Barn & Lodge At The Rotunda
This American restaurant serves as a good standalone meal for lunch or dinner, typically lasting just over an hour. Expect to spend $20-40 per person for a casual dining experience.
Canton
Café Dear Leon
This bakery is ideal for a quick solo treat or a casual family breakfast. Expect to spend 30 minutes and around $5-15 per person for pastries and coffee.
Charles Village
Bird in Hand
Bird in Hand is suitable for a relaxed solo outing to read, work, or grab a coffee and a light meal. Expect to spend $10-25 per person for an hour-long visit.
Under $35
Cheap dates and low-spend afternoons.
Worth the splurge
When the night needs to land.
Outdoors
Patio, trail, or open-air.
No reservation needed
Walk in tonight.
What Scout found
- 60 of the 130 analyzed Baltimore places fit cheap day out.
- 32% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 29% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Scenic, Adventurous, Quiet, Upscale.
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