Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Columbia

"Start off at the Walters Art Museum, a gorgeous and free exhibition space that contains an encyclopedic collection of art, including ancient Roman sculptures, Renaissance paintings, Japanese woodblock prints, Meso-American carvings and works by French impressionists. Sated on art, take a peek inside the George Peabody Library. Its centerpiece is a soaring atrium ringed with five stories of cast-iron balconies. The collection contains 300,000 volumes, many dating to the 18th and 19th centuries."

"And while you're there, visit the Walters Art Museum; admission is free and the art spans the ages, from the third millennium B.C.E. to the early 20th century. Once you get hungry, hit Charles Street:There's Afghani food like sweet, pan-fried baby pumpkin at The Helmand (also the very historic site of my very first date) and the pillow-iest gnocchi ever at Sotto Sopra. The restaurant hosts opera nights, where you'll be serenaded with live performances as you eat a multi-course dinner."

"The museum has over 94,000 pieces of art, showcasing everything from modern, contemporary and 19th-century art. Make sure to check their page for any special exhibitions. The museum generally showcases various exhibitions for a limited time."

"A post shared by Andy Kutcher (@andyknola) on Apr 6, 2017 at 5:23pm PDT. Arguably the crown jewel of Baltimore’s art scene, the American Visionary Art Museum (a.k.a. AVAM) is a wonderfully romantic place for an art lover. The winged “Black Icarus” statue at the center of the main stair is an especially great place to propose."

"The nation's primary museum and education center for self-taught or "outsider" art has won great acclaim by both museum experts and those…"

"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."

"The National Aquarium in Baltimore is quite the popular tourist attraction; as such, strollers are not allowed inside the aquarium due to the crowds.If you do bring a stroller, Aquarium staff will store it for you and provide a back or front child carrier. The higher vantage point will also provide your children with a better view of many exhibits. The First Saturdays & Sundays program allows all visitors with disabilities and their guests to enter 30 minutes before the Aquarium opens on the first Saturday and the first Sunday of each month, for a leisurely, crowd-free visit."

"Your family may have been to the aquarium before, but no other aquarium and quite compare with the National Aquarium in Baltimore!. There are nearly 20,000 animals at this aquarium, including fish and aquatic creatures, birds, sharks, reptiles, sloths, dolphins, and more!. Get up close and personal with the Living Seashore touch tank, and learn about conservation in the Chesapeake Bay!"

"Right in the Inner Harbor area, the National Aquarium is ranked as one of the best in the country. There is a 4D immersive theater where you watch films with extra effects that you may not be expecting. You can also view sea creatures from all over the globe."

"Located just blocks from Baltimore's famed Inner Harbor, Power Plant Live!. is a collection of clubs, bars, and restaurants, including Leinenkugel's Beer Garden, the Baltimore Comedy Factory, Howl at the Moon, and PBR Baltimore (complete with mechanical bull.) The area is also home to Ram's Head Live!. one of the city's best music venues, playing host many national recording artists and local favorites."

"If you’re ready to enjoy a night out on the town, Power Plant Live combines dining and entertainment in one location. Located one block from Inner Harbor, Power Plant Live’s restaurants include Havana Club, Joe Squared, Mex Tequila Bar, Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse and more. Feel like playing a game of pool or maybe some dancing?"

"Forget the singles events Baltimore clubs may host, because Power Plant Live!. is one of the ultimate places where you can meet Baltimore singles."

"500 E Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21202-3133Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Valet Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full BarAmerican, Steakhouse, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free OptionsLunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late NightSGD 54 - SGD 105+1 443-703-4064"

"My husband and I frequent The Capital Grille all over Maryland/DC. This was our first visit to the Baltimore location, and we were not disappointed."

"Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. Splash Bar and Grill (Four Seasons Hotel) has a touch of exclusivity to it, as you have to be a guest at the hotel’s spa to gain entrance to the rooftop terrace bar. However, this just calls for living it up in style and splashing out on a weekend staycation at the hotel!"

"Oriole Park at Camden Yards is home to the Baltimore Orioles, the official baseball team of Baltimore. This stadium houses thousands of adoring fans during baseball season, and it’s located right in the heart of downtown Baltimore. If you love baseball and care to check out this stadium, then you have to add this to your list of must-see places."

"Kids Cheer Free is a popular initiative that allows fans ages nine and younger to attend games at Oriole Park at Camden Yards free of charge. Plus, every Sunday home game during the summer kids can run the bases after the game, and some Friday nights Camden Yards hosts post-game music and fireworks. How awesome is that?"

"After you’ve satisfied your sweet tooth, take a quick stroll over to Camden Yards, home of the Baltimore Orioles. Here, you’ll find the statue of Baltimore native George Herman Ruth (a.k.a Babe Ruth) and a museum dedicated to the legend for all of you die-hard baseball fans out there!"

"Oriole Park at Camden Yards is home to the Baltimore Orioles, the official baseball team of Baltimore. This stadium houses thousands of adoring fans during baseball season, and it’s located right in the heart of downtown Baltimore. If you love baseball and care to check out this stadium, then you have to add this to your list of must-see places."

"Kids Cheer Free is a popular initiative that allows fans ages nine and younger to attend games at Oriole Park at Camden Yards free of charge. Plus, every Sunday home game during the summer kids can run the bases after the game, and some Friday nights Camden Yards hosts post-game music and fireworks. How awesome is that?"

"After you’ve satisfied your sweet tooth, take a quick stroll over to Camden Yards, home of the Baltimore Orioles. Here, you’ll find the statue of Baltimore native George Herman Ruth (a.k.a Babe Ruth) and a museum dedicated to the legend for all of you die-hard baseball fans out there!"

"For a cool, industrial backdrop and great natural lighting inside the Bromo Seltzer Arts Tower’s clock room, just pay $8 for a guided tour. Not only will you get some great shots, you’ll also learn a little Baltimore history and see some nice artwork since the tower serves as artist residences and studios.@bromotower"

"In Downtown Baltimore, you can actually go inside a real, working clock tower. After taking an elevator up 15 floors through this historic building, you’ll then climb a ship ladder to the industrial clock room. By @one.pic.at.a.tyme."

"I went to this Cathedral for a wedding rehearsal and wedding. It is a breathtaking sanctuary in a tranquil neighborhood in Baltimore. A lovely place to… read more »"

"Ryleigh’s Oyster is among the most popular seafood establishments in the city. The restaurant offers elegant yet casual dining with a raw bar and high-end regional cuisine. It’s fancy but the setting is relaxed."

"1390 Lancaster Street Baltimore, MD 21231 (410) 522-3200rasushi.com. RA Sushi has some of the best and freshest sushi you’ll find anywhere. The rolls are consistently delicious."

"I remember how excited I was when they first opened a location on Charles Street. I was obsessed with nutella at the time (…I’m still obsessed with nutella, sorry not sorry), and their Nutty Banana was one of my many guilty pleasures – the Turtle being a close second (caramel, chocolate and nuts), S’mores (chocolate, melted marshmallows, and graham crackers) a close third!. In addition to sweet crepes, they also offer savory handhelds!"

"With two locations in Baltimore, the downtown location of Café Poupon offers a small breakfast and lunch menu, and while it may not have a ton of options, everything they serve is fantastic. It is also a full bakery that takes orders for weddings and events, and offers baked goods to eat in or to take out. Its cakes are extravagant, unique, and made with great attention to detail, and the sweet treats in the shop are baked to perfection."