Cathedral Hill Historic District, Baltimore

Name: Cathedral Hill Historic District
Address: Baltimore, United States

#210 among attractions in Baltimore

Church, Greek Revival architecture

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Cathedral Hill Historic District, Baltimore

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The Cathedral Hill Historic District is an area in Baltimore, Maryland. It lies in the northern part of Downtown just south of Mount Vernon. Roughly bounded by Saratoga Street, Park Avenue, Hamilton Street, and St. Paul Street, these 10 or so blocks contain some of the most significant buildings in Baltimore. The area takes its name from the Basilica of the Assumption which sits in the heart of the district. Despite the number of large religious structures in the area, the district's buildings are primarily commercial in character, with a broad collection of significant commercial structures ranging in date from 1790 to 1940. ()

Coordinates: 39°17'37"N, 76°36'58"W

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Central Baltimore (Downtown Baltimore)Baltimore United States

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Cathedral Hill Historic District – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Walters Art Museum, Royal Farms Arena, Lexington Market, Washington Monument.

~1100 ftN
Ancient and 18th-19th century art
Walters Art Museum, Baltimore
6 min walk • The Walters Art Museum, nestled in the heart of Baltimore, United States, is a cultural gem that boasts an extensive collection of art from around the world. This prestigious institution is renowned for its assemblage of treasures ranging from pre-dynastic Egyptian...
0.4 miS
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Royal Farms Arena, Baltimore
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of downtown Baltimore, Royal Farms Arena stands as a beacon for sports enthusiasts and concert-goers alike. This multifaceted venue, which has been a staple of the city's architecture since its inauguration in 1962, continues to host a diverse...
~1730 ftW
Shopping, Market
Lexington Market, Baltimore
9 min walk • Lexington Market, nestled in the heart of Baltimore, United States, is a bustling hub of commerce and culture that has served the city since 1782. As one of the oldest public markets in America, it has become an iconic landmark, known for its vibrant atmosphere...
~1430 ftN
Memorial, Historical place, Park
Washington Monument, Baltimore
7 min walk • The Washington Monument in Baltimore stands as a testament to the city's historical significance and its veneration of one of America's founding fathers, George Washington. This memorial, located in the Mount Vernon neighborhood of Baltimore, is not to be confused with...
0.4 miSW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Hippodrome Theatre, Baltimore
10 min walk • The Hippodrome Theatre stands as a beacon of culture and history in Baltimore, Maryland. This grand venue, which first opened its doors in 1914, has long been a centerpiece for the performing arts within the city. Nestled in the heart of downtown Baltimore, the theatre...
~290 ftN
Nation's first Roman Catholic cathedral
Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Baltimore
2 min walk • The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, also called the Baltimore Basilica, was the first Roman Catholic cathedral built in the United States, and was among the first major religious buildings constructed in the nation after the adoption of the U.S.
0.5 miSW
Skyscraper, Monuments and statues, Art gallery
Emerson Bromo-Seltzer Tower, Baltimore
13 min walk • The Emerson Tower is a 15-story, 88 m clock tower erected in 1907–1911 at 21 South Eutaw Street, at the northeast corner of Eutaw and West Lombard Streets in downtown Baltimore, Maryland.
~1870 ftNE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Center Stage, Baltimore
10 min walk • Center Stage is the state theater of Maryland, and Baltimore's largest professional producing theater. Center Stage began in a converted gymnasium in 1963 as a full arena theatre that seated 240 people.
~870 ftN
Museum, Art gallery
C. Grimaldis Gallery, Baltimore
5 min walk • The C. Grimaldis Gallery is a contemporary and modern art gallery established in 1977 by Constantine Grimaldis. It is the longest continually operating gallery in Baltimore, Maryland.
~530 ftSW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
National Shrine of St. Alphonsus Liguori, Baltimore
3 min walk • St. Alphonsus Church, Rectory, Convent and Halle, also known as St. John Neumann Shrine and "Baltimore's Powerhouse of Prayer," is a historic Roman Catholic church complex located within the Archdiocese of Baltimore in Baltimore, Maryland, United States. Since 1992, the parish has held regular Tridentine Masses.
~1400 ftNW
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Maryland Center for History and Culture, Baltimore
7 min walk • The Maryland Center for History and Culture, founded on March 1, 1844, is the oldest cultural institution in the U.S. state of Maryland. The organization "collects, preserves, and interprets objects and materials reflecting Maryland's diverse heritage".

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Cathedral Hill Historic District?

Nearby attractions include Brown's Arcade, Baltimore (1 min walk), Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Baltimore (2 min walk), St. Peter's Pro-Cathedral, Baltimore (2 min walk), Enoch Pratt Central Library, Baltimore (3 min walk).

How to get to Cathedral Hill Historic District by public transport?

The nearest stations to Cathedral Hill Historic District:

Bus

Cathedral Street & Saratoga Street Southbound • Lines: 51 (2 min walk)
Pleasant Street • Lines: Purple (2 min walk)

Light rail

Lexington Market • Lines: Lr (6 min walk)
Mount Vernon • Lines: Lr (8 min walk)

Metro

Lexington Market • Lines: M (8 min walk)
Charles Center • Lines: M (8 min walk)

Train

Baltimore Camden Station (19 min walk)
Baltimore Penn Station (25 min walk)