Francis Scott Key Bridge, Baltimore

Name: Francis Scott Key Bridge
Address: Baltimore, United States

#136 among attractions in Baltimore

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The Francis Scott Key Bridge, also known originally as the Outer Harbor Crossing or simply as the Key Bridge or Beltway Bridge, is a steel arch-shaped continuous through truss bridge spanning the lower Patapsco River and outer Baltimore Harbor / Port in Baltimore, Maryland, United States. The main span of 1,200 feet is the third longest span of any continuous truss in the world. It is also the longest bridge in the Baltimore metropolitan area. ()

Opened: 1977 (47 years ago)Length: 8636 ftCoordinates: 39°13'9"N, 76°31'31"W

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Francis Scott Key Bridge – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Fort McHenry, Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail, Armistead Monument, Todd's Inheritance.

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Museum, History museum, Historical place
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Protected area, Nature, Natural attraction
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Monuments and statues, Sculpture
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Italianate architecture
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Ship, Historical place, Boat or ferry
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Lighthouse
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Park
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Forts and castles
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Park
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