This library had been on my bucket list for years! Unfortunately you cannot ascend any of the stairs so you'll only get the view from the ground. The famous reading room itself is smaller than it sometimes looks in photos, but is so worth a quick stop if you're in Baltimore. Before you plan to see it though, check the opening hours online. I believe it is not open for the public on weekends and on Mondays! This is a shot of the big waterfront walkway at Fell's Point in Baltimore. View of the harbor is great from this spot (although you can't see it in the shot) and there are a ton of cute gift stores, assorted shops, and pubs around the area. I went to an ice-cream shop called Maggie Moon--it was a bit like Cold Stone! The Pagoda, originally known as the Observatory, was designed in 1890 by Charles H. Latrobe, then Superintendent of Parks. The inside features a magnificent spiral staircase that looks like it stepped (no pun intended) right out of the movies. The windows are adorned with stained glass that cast dancing beams of light on the stairs, adding to the magic. This is the view from the top of the stairs. Pagoda is open, Sundays, April 21-October 13th, 12-6, weather permitting. This beautiful Baltimore sunset is peeking out through a gap in the fence at Druid Hill Park. The reflection on the lake is mesmerizing--but don't stay too long past dusk, because it's not the safest area. NOTE: this is a completely unaltered iPhone photo The Pagoda, originally known as the Observatory, was designed in 1890 by Charles H. Latrobe, then Superintendent of Parks. The inside features a magnificent spiral staircase that looks like it stepped (no pun intended) right out of the movies. The windows are adorned with stained glass that cast dancing beams of light on the stairs, adding to the magic. Pagoda is open, Sundays, April 21-October 13th, 12-6, weather permitting. Always helps when you have a beautiful view along your run! 🌅 The storm creeping in! The USS Constellation sits majestically in Baltimore's Inner Harbor. She was constructed in 1854, and is a Sloop of War. From 1859-1861 she disrupted the African slave trade. During that time she intercepted 3 slave trade ships and freed the African slaves. It is a great ship to visit and has been very nicely restored. There are also many wonderful events which are held on the ship. We're nearly at the end of may, and the orioles are holding fast to first place. The park is celebrating its 20th anniversary and those two facts combined can't sell this place out. It sure is beautiful though. The Pagoda, originally known as the Observatory, was designed in 1890 by Charles H. Latrobe, then Superintendent of Parks. The inside features a magnificent spiral staircase that looks like it stepped (no pun intended) right out of the movies. The windows are adorned with stained glass that cast dancing beams of light on the stairs, adding to the magic. Pagoda is open, Sundays, April 21-October 13th, 12-6, weather permitting. take a nap. Poe's original resting place Downtown Baltimore What a wonderful idea! Not only is the Baltimore Farmer's Market amazing, but with Go Go's Retread Threads, it is even more amazing and unique. This bus has all kinds of vintage clothes and accessories. It even has a fitting room so you can see just how fabulous you look in that silk screened dress. Im watching u... dancing with me ... mom, where r u... Sometimes you just need to sit back and soak in the harbor view... FEED ME. This Little Shop of Horrors creature can be found in an alley on the stretch of W Preston St between Maryland Ave and N Charles St. Just be sure to come prepared with a few live sacrifices. Jelly fish Gothic Church A channel leading to town from Baltimore's Inner Harbor. On a hot, muggy, and rainy day, it was the perfect spot to stop and watch school's of fish swim about in circular fashion, and see one occasionally fall victim to the two guys fishing just to my right..... Seven Foot Knoll Lighthouse #InnerHarbor #Baltimore #Maryland The Inner Harbor should be on everyone's to do list who comes to Baltimore. Walking around at night is particularly wonderful. Hidden gem...graffiti alley in Baltimore Everywhere you turn, Little Italy is sharing its pride on fire hydrants! Double rainbow! Ending a long day on the rooftop, soaking in the city's glory. #rooftopsunsets #cityliving Baltimore harbor at dusk after a good summer rain is refreshing and beautiful! Conveniently located near the Inner Harbor, Little Italy is one of my favorite Baltimore neighborhoods to stroll around and go on photo adventures. Everything is so classy, and there are nifty little alleys to peep through. By far the coolest Barnes & Noble I've ever been to. Located at the Baltimore harbor next to the Hard Rock Cafe and Phillips restaurant , this bookstore is a multi-level reading paradise. It's also part of the Pratt Street Power Plant, a historic former power plant which has undergone significant repurposing development since retirement. It's also listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The lighting was perfect at the Dept. Of Surgery party at the Baltimore National Aquarium! I couldn't resist! Take a walk back in history. Plans are in the works for a renovation, but the library, situated in downtown Baltimore, is absolutely stunning right now! The Children's department has a koi pond (and a story teller!) and there's a night room, with a ceiling of stars and comfy pillows to sit on. The YA section has gorgeous manga inspired murals, and the humanities department has a massive graphic novel selection!! Visit. You won't be disappointed! After the rain sunset. This is a view of the Baltimore Inner Harbor, it is a beautiful place to spend time and enjoy the day or afternoon. Jellyfish The clouds painting the city sky Great traffic circle, artwork, water fall and view of the Inner Harbor! Great jelly fish exhibit View of the Harbor from Fells Point Walking along the harbor on a cold, rainy December morning. The USS Constallation wasn't in dock but the US Torsk was. The National Aquarium is in the background. View of the Bromide Seltzer Arts Tower from the Baltimore Marriott Inner Harbor at Camden Yards. Neat tower attached at bottom to fire station. Jellyfish at the aquarium in Baltimore #blue 3 for $8?......YES PLEASE!! Special exhibit: Jellies The Pagoda at sunset. Patterson Park, Baltimore, MD. #Pixel2XL Deff worth checking out for some cool photos. And if your interested in partying there you can find discounted tickets on Groupon twice a month. The famous steamed blue crabs from Bo Brooke's Seafood in Baltimore. Terrific view, great beers, plenty of crabs for picking! Taken during a walk around downtown Baltimore on a cold rainy December morning. Clouds of steam billowing from manhole covers helped set the mood for the Tuesday morning commute. Black Reef Rawr!!! Just kidding I'm a turtle :) Nice early morning Sunday walk in Baltimore, Inner Harbor. Hash-brown Tacos make an amazing weekend brunch! #FoodieFinds City living Outstanding sightseeing in Baltimore...! A quick photo of what used to be the barracks for soldiers back towards WWI. Fort McHenry is best known as the place where Francis Scott Key composed the song the Star Spangled Banner. Happy hour at the tiki bar! Funky nutcracker fire hydrant Baltimore skies do it right sometimes... 🌅 I think this is one of the most awesome Hard Rock Cafe locations that I've ever been to. Housed in a former power plant, it truly gives this place that rustic, hard core exterior feel View of Baltimore Inner Harbor from atop Federal Hill #urbanjungle Inner harbor Historic Seven Foot Knoll Lighthouse built in 1855 and made of cast iron! Great place to go on a date because if he/she bores you, all of the tchotchkes on the wall won't! A super-plus: the food is magnificent sunrise in Baltimore city as viewed from Broadway street. #goldenhour Fresh crab pizza with mozzarella cheese, garlic cream sauce and fresh herbs #baltimore #joesquared star in the dark sky... While visiting Inner Harbor and Little Italy, come see this 1800s historic shot tower, one of only eleven remaining and is managed by NPS. #Colorful Pre Seahawks game in Baltimore A lovely view of overcast Baltimore's Inner Harbor can be enjoyed from Frontier Hill, if you're willing to make a brief but steep ascent. This is now a park, but it was originally constructed for the army leading up to the Civil War. #USS Constellation #InnerHarbor #Baltimore #Maryland #Beauty #Baltimore #Maryland Clouds painting the sky in historic Fells Point. Pirates!! Bmore at night during Taking crepes to another level. Healthy choices too. A nice view of it the national aquarium and the Chesapeake bay. Ewwwww The yearly Kinetic Sculpture Race. The theme for 2015, Space. The First Presbyterian Church's cornerstone was laid in 1761. This beautiful church is found near the Mount Vernon historic district of Baltimore. MARC station outside Camden Yards #urbanjungle Taken in December 2017 A rainy day in downtown Baltimore A cross beam in one of the sites at Fort McHenry, MD The cemetery where Poe is buried - a very beautiful and peaceful place. A Mother's Day tea and cake dramatic sunset in Baltimore city overlooking buildings near Fells Point. #goldenhour Fried Ravioli and fresh Marinara Sauce. Excellent! Fifi getting ready for the sand competition in AVAM's annual Kinetic Sculpture Race 2015 Beautiful day on the Harbor in Baltimore Maryland. Snow storm passing through. #rooftoplivin #sunandthemoon Staying late at work isn't so bad when you look up to see this. #baltimoresunset #cityliving Fells Point visitors center. Harbor was a lot cooler during Light City Festival... Phosphorescent jellyfish When in Maryland, Carb Cake Benedict is a must! #FoodieFinds 16 September 2017. Beautiful day @ the Baltimore harbor. Wear comfortable walking shoes. 😎 Jellyfish
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Get an overview of this hotelHistoric Baltimore bed & breakfast in Downtown Baltimore, walk to Oriole Park at Camden Yards

Popular property highlights

Free breakfast
Free WiFi
Business center
Grocery store

Location

Located in Downtown Baltimore, this historic bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of Babe Ruth Birthplace and Museum and Oriole Park at Camden Yards. M&T Bank Stadium and B&O Railroad Museum are also within 15 minutes.

Property Features

Along with coffee/tea in a common area, this bed & breakfast has a refrigerator in a common area and conference space. Free full breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include self parking, limo/town car service, and a library.

Room Amenities

All 6 soundproofed rooms feature free WiFi and pillowtop beds. Guests can enjoy fireplaces, and other standard amenities include private yards, refrigerators, and TVs.

Languages Spoken

Rachael's Dowry Bed and Breakfast

637 Washington Blvd. Baltimore MD 21230

Bed & Breakfast Amenities

Bed & Breakfast Amenities

Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. This 3.5-star property offers access to limo/town car service and a meeting room. A complimentary breakfast is offered each morning. Event facilities measuring 400 square feet (37 square meters) include conference space. This business-friendly bed & breakfast also offers a library, a garden, and a picnic area. Onsite parking is available (surcharge).

Rachael's Dowry Bed and Breakfast has designated areas for smoking.

  • Conference space size (meters) - 37 
  • Express check-in 
  • Library 
  • Picnic area 
  • Coffee/tea in common areas 
  • Conference space size (feet) - 400 
  • Designated smoking areas 
  • Shared refrigerator 
  • Free breakfast 
  • Conference space 
  • Grocery/convenience store 
  • Year Built 1798 
  • Total number of rooms - 6 
  • One meeting room 
  • Number of floors - 3 
  • Free WiFi 
  • Self parking (surcharge) 
  • Number of buildings/towers - 1 
  • Limo or Town Car service available 
  • Garden 
  • Fireplace in lobby 
  • Free newspapers in lobby 

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • French

Parking

Self parking (surcharge)

Room Amenities

  • Fireplace 
  • Air conditioning 
  • Free newspaper 
  • Soundproofed rooms 
  • Ceiling fan 
  • Phone 
  • Free local calls 
  • Refrigerator 
  • Coffee/tea maker 
  • Daily housekeeping 
  • Private bathroom 
  • Free toiletries 
  • Hair dryer 
  • Bathtub or shower 
  • Desk 
  • Iron/ironing board 
  • Television 
  • Electric kettle 
  • Portable fan 
  • Number of bathrooms -  
  • Blackout drapes/curtains 
  • Satellite TV service 
  • Free WiFi 
  • Individually furnished 
  • Individually decorated 
  • Pillowtop mattress 
  • Yard 

Where to Eat

A complimentary full breakfast is served each morning between 8 AM and 9 AM.

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please note them at check-out when you book your room.

  • Accessible bathroom 

Bed & Breakfast Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Check-in time ends at 6 PM

Minimum check-in age is 21

Special check-in instructions:

There is no front desk at this property. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation.
This hotel’s policy is that all reservations and check-ins must be made/confirmed at least 24 hours prior to arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in. Please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

Check-out

Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children 10 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 10 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pets

  • Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Only service animals are allowed
No rollaway/extra beds available
No cribs (infant beds) available
No elevators

Fees

Optional extras

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
  • Self parking fee: USD 20.00 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Bed & Breakfast Name

  • Rachael's Dowry
  • Rachael's Dowry Baltimore
  • Rachael's Dowry Bed & Breakfast
  • Rachael's Dowry Bed & Breakfast Baltimore

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties. Children 10 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.


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