Basically, it's a typical Fort... but with such history. The opening movie is very nice and explains about our national anthem. If in Baltimore, it's a must see! Take the water taxi -- makes a great day!

since I live near the Fort McHenry I visit as often as I can. One year I had taken my oldest there to see a Civil War reenactment and had learned that they had kept the mayors of Baltimore and Washington in the small prision cells they have there for a few days along with one of Francis Scott Keys grandsons.. The rangers that work at the fort are very friendly and helpful. They also have a gift shop at the vistors center.

This is a very important site in the history of the United States and some of the original fort still exists. However, a lot of things (items, buildings, weapons, ammo, etc) has been added to make it resemble the way it was. Some cool exhibits (such as a light-up board showing the battle that happened at the fort) were added, so be sure to check ...

Not a lot there, but if you want to know where the "Star-Spangled Banner" came from, then it is worth it. Nice views of Baltimore. Take a water taxi over there for an even more enjoyable time (and then eat lunch in Fells Point).

I have lived in Maryland all my life, and took many field trips when I was young to many local landmarks in D.C., Virginia, and Maryland. However, never made it to Fort McHenry. My husband and I decided to take our girls there yesterday. We live just outside of Baltimore, so it is very close. I can't believe we haven't been before. The ...

This is a wonderful historic site. It was very moving to see the site and read all about the history of our country. The one thing I would have done differently was to go after the schools get out. They are open until 5 but we went at about 1:30 and there were tons of kids on field trips. The chaperones were sitting around and the kids were ...

This is a must see for anyone interested in history! one can visualize what it was like to be Francis Scott Key! they have interactive maps showing how the battles were mostly played out. When we were there they were doing re-enactments. If you love Ameriac and appreciate what America stnads for this is defintely a place to go! ...

History Buffs will find this more interesting than most people. That's not to say that everyone else shouldn't see it. It's a good place for a picnic, or to look at the water and just walk around. The neighborhood is up and coming so don't worry about that. It's not free, but definitally worth your time.

I was in Baltimore only for a week and I went to Gettysburg, Antietam, Harpers Ferry, Washington D.C., and Annapolis. Ft. McHenry was more like a $6.00 rest stop. It was ok but compared to everything else in the area it doesn't rate very high on the list of places to see. My 2 year old grandchild seemed to have fun there.