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BTS In Baltimore 2026
📚Libraries
George Peabody Library (Mount Vernon, Baltimore)
Often called Baltimore's "Cathedral of Books," this breathtaking six-story library is one of the city's most photographed locations. Even if the library is closed, the grand staircase outside the gallery is worth visiting.
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Enoch Pratt Central Library (Mount Vernon / Downtown Baltimore)
One of America's oldest free public libraries featuring beautiful architecture, quiet reading spaces, and extensive Edgar Allan Poe collections.
📖Bookstores
Bird in Hand (Charles Village, Baltimore)
Bookstore + Coffee Shop
A cozy café and bookstore perfect for reading, journaling, or simply slowing down.
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The Ivy Bookshop (Mt. Washington, Baltimore)
A charming independent bookstore with beautiful gardens and outdoor seating.
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Greedy Reads (Remington & Fells Point, Baltimore)
A light-filled neighborhood bookstore featuring international fiction, poetry, and small press releases.
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Normal's Books & Records (Charles Village, Baltimore)
An iconic used bookstore filled with vintage books and vinyl records.
🎨Museums & Galleries
Baltimore Museum of Art (Charles Village, Baltimore)
Home to one of the world's largest Henri Matisse collections—an artist Namjoon has referenced and admired. The outdoor sculpture garden is also worth exploring.
Walters Art Museum (Mount Vernon, Baltimore)
A free museum featuring artwork spanning thousands of years, from ancient civilizations to modern masterpieces.
American Visionary Art Museum (Federal Hill, Baltimore)
One of Baltimore's most unique museums celebrating self-taught artists and creative expression.
Glenstone Museum (Potomac, MD)
A world-renowned museum blending contemporary art, architecture, and nature. Namjoon visited Glenstone during a previous trip to the U.S.
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Phillips Collection (Washington, DC)
America's first museum of modern art housed inside a beautiful historic mansion.
National Museum of African Art (Washington, DC)
Part of the Smithsonian Institution with free admission. **There are many Smithsonian Museums that are FREE**
Baltimore Art Gallery In Hampden (Hampden, Baltimore)
A wonderful stop for locally created artwork.
Delaplaine Arts Center (Frederick, MD)
Regional art gallery featuring rotating exhibits and local artists.
Torpedo Factory Art Center (Alexandria, VA)
Working artist studios where visitors can watch artists create and purchase original artwork.
🌿Gardens & Nature
Fort McHenry (Locust Point, Baltimore)
Walk the waterfront, enjoy the open green spaces, and visit the birthplace of "The Star-Spangled Banner."
Patterson Park (East Baltimore)
A beautiful 137-acre park featuring a historic pagoda, lake, and walking trails.
Rawlings Conservatory
America's second-oldest glass conservatory filled with tropical plants and peaceful spaces.
Cylburn Arboretum (North Baltimore)
Woodland trails, gardens, and the beautiful Cylburn Mansion make this one of Baltimore's hidden gems.
Sherwood Gardens (Guilford, Baltimore)
Known for spectacular spring tulips but beautiful throughout the year.
Brookside Gardens (Wheaton, MD)
Formal gardens, conservatories, and seasonal butterfly exhibits.
Ladew Topiary Gardens (Monkton, MD)
One of the world's most famous topiary gardens featuring whimsical sculpted hedges.
Star Bright Farm & Lavender Fields (White Hall, MD)
A peaceful escape featuring seasonal lavender blooms.
Robinson Nature Center (Howard County, MD)
Nature trails plus an indoor planetarium.
U.S. Botanic Garden (Washington, DC)
Beautiful indoor and outdoor gardens just steps from the National Mall.
Smithsonian Gardens (Washington, DC)
Several themed gardens located throughout the National Mall.
National Arboretum (Washington, DC)
Expansive gardens, bonsai collections, and the iconic National Capitol Columns
Green Spring Gardens (Alexandria, VA)
Historic gardens, woodland trails, and a peaceful horticulture center.
🧘Reflection & Meditation
Xa Loi Temple (Frederick, MD)
A beautiful Buddhist temple with peaceful grounds open to visitors year-round.
Kadampa Meditation Center (Baltimore)
Offers meditation classes and a quiet environment for reflection.
🚶Scenic Walks
National Mall (Washington, DC)
Create your own walking route through Washington's monuments and museums.
The Wharf (Washington, DC)
Waterfront boardwalk, restaurants, public art, and beautiful views of the Potomac.
Inner Harbor Promenade (Baltimore)
A relaxing waterfront walk connecting many of Baltimore's attractions.
National Harbor (Oxon Hill, MD)
National Harbor is a waterfront getaway; from distinctive dining experiences to Instagram worthy views from The Capital Wheel.
Great Falls Park (McLean, VA)
Dramatic waterfalls, scenic overlooks, and hiking trails along the Potomac River.
Old Town Alexandria, (VA)
Independent bookstores, waterfront parks, coffee shops, and charming historic streets perfect for wandering.
A Friendly Reminder
If Namjoon—or any BTS member—choose to visit any of these locations during their time in Baltimore or the surrounding area, please respect their privacy. Avoid sharing real-time locations, following them, gathering crowds, or interrupting their personal time. The best way to support them is by allowing them to enjoy these spaces peacefully, just as any other visitor would.
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