Top Rated Parks to Visit in Columbia

"Located on the south side of the Inner Harbor, Federal Hill Park is one of the best spots to scope out Baltimore's skyline, walk or get some other form of exercise, and have a picnic. A beloved landmark in the city, the park and its more than 10 acres of grassy hilltop is known as the place where 4,000 patriots celebrated Maryland's ratification of the U.S. Constitution in 1788."

"This is THE perfect place to have a picnic and get the wiggles out on a visit to Baltimore. The views are quite possibly the best in the city AND there is a gated playground that your kids will love!"

"Nestled on the Inner Harbor’s south shore, this 10.3-acre park wows visitors with its stellar views of the downtown skyline."

"Another fantastic area of Baltimore to check out is Patterson Park. The defining feature of Patterson Park is the beautifully restored pagoda but families will love it for all the activities!. There is ice skating in the winter, a pool in the summer, 2 playgrounds, a fountain, and tons of amazing annual events like flea markets, the annual lantern parade, free summer concerts, and more!"

"Our city has an abundance of famous parks with stunning views, as well as hidden gems that make for a sweet and intimate proposal. Here are some ideas:. — A true Charm City native will appreciate a proposal in this beacon of Baltimore culture that spans roughly"

"Middle Branch Park displays their visitors as Baltimore’s most pleasant outdoor park. Moreover, this park is reputable for being the second waterfront of Baltimore, giving their clients scenic views of the seas. Also, their premises are well maintained by their local employees, keeping their park sanitized and tidy."

"Enjoy scenic views of the old Mount Vernon neighborhood together with its beautiful 19th-century manors and the original George Washington Monument from the comforts of this fabulous restaurant. Topside also features a bar that offers a great selection of beers as well as other drinks that combine perfectly with the meals served here. Their menu is comprehensive and filled with sumptuous dishes, including specially made scallops, delicious crab meals, and so much more."

"Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by Topside (@topsidebmore) on Aug 12, 2018 at 5:28am PDT"

"Brew House No. 16 offers a vibrant spot to meet, dine, drink and relax for locals and out-of-town visitors to the Mount Vernon cultural district."

"Skillets steal the spotlight at this Hampden haunt that looks like a saloon straight out of the Wild West. Belly up to the lunch counter to feast on many varieties of breakfast hash—including raclette cheese with bacon and potatoes, or a spicy “Spaniard” version with chorizo, corn, and onions—topped with fried eggs and served in a pan. The menu also features sandwiches that hit the spot any time of day."

"Spike and Amy Gjerde’s Woodberry Kitchen may not be the oldest restaurant in Baltimore, but it’s probably made the biggest impact on the local restaurant community. Open since 2007, Woodberry Kitchen has earned its reputation through passionate support of the Chesapeake region’s best farmers, watermen and producers. The menu is an unabashed local lovefest — Maryland farmstead cheeses, regionally grown greenery, Tilghman Island crab pots — and the kitchen's knack for elevating native ingredients goes a long way in boosting the state's overlooked cooking heritage."

"Located inside a converted flour mill near Hampden, Woodberry Kitchen is no longer the newest restaurant in town, but it remains one of its very best. Led by the city’s first James Beard-winning chef, Spike Gjerde, the menu reflects his nearly obsessive approach to sourcing seasonal ingredients from local farmers and watermen. It was an unusual concept at its opening in 2007—but the inventive concoctions and hyper-local sustainability still feel fresh today."

"Located inside a converted flour mill near Hampden, Woodberry Kitchen is no longer the newest restaurant in town, but it remains one of its very best. Led by the city’s first James Beard-winning chef, Spike Gjerde, the menu reflects his nearly obsessive approach to sourcing seasonal ingredients from local farmers and watermen. It was an unusual concept at its opening in 2007—but the inventive concoctions and hyper-local sustainability still feel fresh today."