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Baltimore, Maryland cruise port guide
Baltimore is the colourful, diverse city that is Maryland's largest city and economic hub. It is known for its beautiful harbour; quirky, distinct neighbourhoods; unique museums and the world-renowned Johns Hopkins Hospital to the east...
Before going ashore
Before going ashore, confirm the berth or tender point, local time, all-aboard deadline, and the meeting location for any independently booked transport or tour.
Port snapshot
Cruise Maryland calls the Inner Harbor Visitor Center a short trip from the terminal rather than a terminal-side walk.
Where your ship arrives
Cruise Maryland operates a secured passenger terminal at South Locust Point; its passenger guidance routes disembarking guests directly to parking, taxis, limousines, or coaches.
Getting into town
The terminal is outside the Inner Harbor walking core, so reach the Visitor Center at 401 Light Street by a prearranged ride before exploring the waterfront.
Port shuttle
No public terminal-to-downtown shuttle is promised; reserve a cruise-line transfer or local ride for the Inner Harbor, Fell's Point, or rail stations.
Taxi and local transport
The terminal has a designated taxi exit after baggage claim; Penn Station and Camden Station are described by Cruise Maryland as short taxi rides.
Airport and hotel transfers
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport connects by curbside taxi, while its MARC station links to Baltimore Penn Station before a final terminal ride.
Can you explore independently?
A workable independent day pairs the National Aquarium and Inner Harbor promenade, keeping the East McComas Street return ride separate from sightseeing time.
Stay local or take an excursion?
Choose among the National Aquarium, Fort McHenry, Fell's Point, and the Inner Harbor rather than treating the cruise terminal itself as downtown.
Accessibility and mobility
Accessible parking is within walking distance of the terminal, but arriving and departing passengers cannot wait inside after processing and should coordinate curbside pickup.
Guide sources
Reviewed July 2026.
Cruise timetable
VoyagePro currently tracks 182 scheduled cruise calls for Baltimore, Maryland between May 2026 and December 2027.