Eat Bertha's Mussels: Fell's Point is more charming than its 'Homicide: Life on the Street' image

An eclectic mix of earthy charm and history, the seaside Baltimore neighborhood of Fell's Point is in a state of permanent renaissance. The filming site for the TV series, Homicide: Life on the Street, it's actually more charming than the gritty underbelly the show portrayed.

Now hip and colorful, this largely restored historic community just east of Baltimore’s Inner Harbor showcases Federal and Georgian architecture spared from the Great Baltimore Fire of 1904. It’s an appealing destination for young urban professionals and empty nesters alike, with cobblestone streets hosting festivals and events that attract hundreds of thousands of visitors each year.

Looking for some classic harborfront ambiance, Bertha’s Restaurant & Bar (www.berthas.com) is a block from the pier.

“Eat Bertha’s Mussels” has become one of the more famous bumper sticker slogans among foodies of the East Coast. Local mussels shine as the menu’s spotlight—along with international delicacies like paella and at least six different ways to enjoy crab. Traditional Scottish afternoon tea is available by reservation.

For more seaside bar fare, check out www.alemarys.com or www.thewharfrat.com. For historic accommodations and perhaps a ghost story or two, check out www.admiralfell.com.

For the full scoop on Fell's Point, see the article in AirTran's Go magazine here:
http://airtranmagazine.com/contents/2007/09/hip-baltimore/