Fort McHenry

What to expect

Where the Star-Spangled Banner was written, a short drive or water taxi away.

Distance from port

Not assessed

Cost

Low

USD 15 per adult aged 16+ for the Historic Zone; the other grounds, visitor centre and film are free. Admission is cashless and valid for seven days. Transport from the cruise terminal is extra.

Tourist-trap risk

Low

Editorial assessment: an original historic fort managed by the National Park Service, with a published admission fee and substantial free grounds; popularity alone is not a tourist-trap indicator.

Physical effort

Low

Editorial assessment for a short visitor-centre and fort visit: paved access and opportunities to sit. Longer walks around the grounds increase exertion.

Accessibility

Accessible

NPS lists accessible parking, visitor centre, restrooms and paved Seawall Trail. A paved path reaches the Star Fort; its entrance and buildings are accessible and the interior is mostly accessible. Borrowed wheelchairs are available. Arrange accessible terminal transport separately.

Distance is approximate and measured from the cruise port, not the airport. Cost and tourist-trap risk are editorial assessments. Accessibility depends on the route, transport and facilities described in the notes. Not assessed means details have not yet been verified.