TNational Park realty brings past history of the US to reality. To visualize the path the Brittish Ships took to attack the US in the Chesapeake Bay. to see the cannons that shot back to repel them, all worth the price of admission all after the nice cool refreshing trip over on the harbours water taxi.

This park is very nicely done and the kids enjoyed walking around the fort. I think they even learned something, thanks to short movies that were shown. The history here was something they could understand and relate to.

Four of us water taxied to FM on a beautiful June morning. Must see video in visitors center. Four fifty something year olds brushed tears of joy, pride, patriotism and sadness from our eyes! Pride and patriotism for what our forefathers did to preserve us a nation. Joy for being born in the greatest nation of the twentieth century. And... More

Historic fort that inspired the writing of our national anthem. Fort McHenry can be accessed by land or by sea (on the inner harbor water taxis). It is a site of national significance and the history is well discussed by viewing a movie and speaking with the park rangers. The views of the harbor from the fort are incomparable. Spend... More

We all learned something; this is a must visit. The film and the displays are well done. Be sure to request a Jr. Ranger Activity Booklet for children. For touring the Star Fort and grounds, dress for windy weather. Baltimore provides a free bus from here to the Inner Harbor, but be sure you know what time the park gates... More

Visiting this fort helps to put into living perspective the fight for Baltimore Harbour during the "War of 1812". This monument is a 'must-visit' if you have seen the Star Spangled Banner in The Smithsonian museum in DC.

If you are in the downtown Baltimore area make a point to stop by Ft. McHenry. Learn about the attempted naval attack by the British during the war of 1812 and the origins of the Star Spangled Banner. There are excellent exhibits within the fort itself as well as an informative video at the visitor center. We arrived in the... More

If your in or near Baltimore you should visit Ft McHenry National Monument. Its the place where Francis Scott Key was inspired to write our National Anthem. Its also the site of a strategic battle and victory won by the fledgling United States of America in the battles and War of 1812. It is extremely historical and you'll get that... More

A must if you visit Baltimore Get the water taxi for 12 dollars and unlimited use all day . Pleasant journey over to the fort with excellent history slide show over there. So that's where the star spangled banner originated !