Gay Street Historic District, Baltimore

Name: Gay Street Historic District
Address: Baltimore, United States

#378 among attractions in Baltimore

Victorian architecture, Beaux-Arts architecture, Italianate architecture, Romanesque revival architecture

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Gay Street Historic District is a national historic district in Baltimore, Maryland, United States. It is a notable example of a late-19th and early-20th century commercial corridor in a developing urban area. It includes a high concentration of small-scale commercial buildings or light manufacturing enterprise structures. It contains buildings displaying Victorian Eclectic, Beaux Arts, Italianate, and Romanesque elements, including two full-front, cast-iron buildings. ()

Architectural style: Renaissance revivalCoordinates: 39°17'35"N, 76°36'26"W

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Southeastern Baltimore (Jonestown)Baltimore United States

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Gay Street Historic District – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: War Memorial Plaza, Old Town Mall, 100 East Pratt Street, Little Italy.

~1030 ftSW
Park
War Memorial Plaza, Baltimore
5 min walk • War Memorial Plaza is a solemn site located in the heart of Baltimore, United States, dedicated to honoring the men and women who have served in the United States armed forces. Adjacent to Baltimore's City Hall, the plaza serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices...
~1840 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Old Town Mall, Baltimore
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Baltimore, Old Town Mall stands as a historical reminder of the city's rich commercial past. This open-air shopping center, once a bustling hub of activity, has seen better days, but it still holds a place in the urban tapestry of Baltimore.
0.5 miS
Shopping, Shopping centre
100 East Pratt Street, Baltimore
14 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Baltimore's bustling downtown, 100 East Pratt Street stands as a beacon of commerce and leisure. This premier shopping center, strategically located on the city's iconic waterfront, offers a unique blend of retail, dining, and office space...
0.5 miSE
Nightlife, Dancing, Entertainment district
Little Italy, Baltimore
14 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Baltimore, Little Italy stands as a vibrant testament to the rich cultural heritage of its Italian American community. This entertainment district, with its charming streets and old-world ambiance, is a slice of Italy tucked away in the bustling...
~920 ftSW
Museum, Art museum, Natural history museum
Peale Museum, Baltimore
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Baltimore, the Peale Museum is a cultural gem steeped in American history. Established in 1814 by artist Rembrandt Peale, this museum holds the distinction of being the oldest purpose-built museum in the United States.
~1110 ftSW
City hall, H. L. Mencken
Baltimore City Hall, Baltimore
6 min walk • Baltimore City Hall stands as an emblem of civic pride and architectural elegance in the heart of Baltimore, Maryland. This historic building, completed in 1875, is not just the seat of municipal government but also an artistic masterpiece of the Second Empire style...
~1520 ftS
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Rams Head Live!, Baltimore
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Baltimore's bustling downtown, Rams Head Live! stands as a beacon for live music aficionados. With its state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems, the venue has carved out a reputation as one of the city's premier destinations for experiencing...
~1830 ftSE
Museum, History museum
Carroll Mansion, Baltimore
9 min walk • The Carroll Mansion is a historic building and museum located in Baltimore, Maryland, USA.
~1690 ftSW
Monuments and statues
Battle Monument, Baltimore
9 min walk • The Battle Monument, located in Battle Monument Square on North Calvert Street between East Fayette and East Lexington Streets in Baltimore, Maryland, commemorates the Battle of Baltimore with the British fleet of the Royal Navy's bombardment of Fort McHenry, the Battle of North...
~1280 ftSE
Museum, Architecture
Phoenix Shot Tower, Baltimore
7 min walk • The Phoenix Shot Tower, also known as the Old Baltimore Shot Tower, is a red brick shot tower, 234.25 feet tall, located near the downtown, Jonestown, and Little Italy communities of East Baltimore, in Maryland.
~1850 ftSE
Greek Revival architecture, Synagogue
Lloyd Street Synagogue, Baltimore
9 min walk • The Lloyd Street Synagogue is an 1845 Greek Revival style synagogue building in Baltimore, Maryland. One of the oldest synagogues in the United States, Lloyd Street was the first synagogue building erected in Maryland and is the third oldest synagogue building still standing in the United States.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Gay Street Historic District?

Nearby attractions include Building at 239 North Gay Street, Baltimore (2 min walk), Old Town Savings Bank, Baltimore (3 min walk), St. Vincent de Paul Church, Baltimore (4 min walk), Zion Lutheran Church, Baltimore (5 min walk).

How to get to Gay Street Historic District by public transport?

The nearest stations to Gay Street Historic District:

Bus

Gay Street Westbound • Lines: Green (2 min walk)
City Hall • Lines: 164, 67, 76, 80 (3 min walk)

Metro

Shot Tower/Market Place • Lines: M (6 min walk)
Charles Center • Lines: M (12 min walk)

Light rail

Lexington Market • Lines: Lr (17 min walk)
Baltimore Arena • Lines: Lr (19 min walk)

Train

Baltimore Camden Station (24 min walk)
Baltimore Penn Station (29 min walk)