BALTIMORE GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Inner Harbor Up Close: A guided Blueway look at the projects revitalizing Baltimore’s waterfront
A 2.5-hour guided tour of the Inner Harbor that visits the Trash Wheel, Aquarium Wetlands and the Bond Street Floating Islands while explaining Waterfront Partnership efforts to improve the harbor.
Inner Harbor Up Close: A guided Blueway look at the projects revitalizing Baltimore’s waterfront.
The Baltimore Blueway Tour - Inner Harbor is a guided on-water introduction to the initiatives reshaping this city waterfront. Under the guidance of expert local staff you’ll see three signature projects—the Trash Wheel, the Aquarium Wetlands and the Bond Street Floating Islands—and hear how Waterfront Partnership of Baltimore is working to make the harbor healthier and more resilient.
Route Schematic
Route schematic
The tour moves through key Inner Harbor sites, with guided stops where the guide explains each project and its role in improving the harbor.
Trash Wheel
A guided stop to learn about the Trash Wheel and the local efforts to remove debris from the harbor.
Aquarium Wetlands
Visit the Aquarium Wetlands to see wetland features and hear how they contribute to habitat and water-health initiatives.
Bond Street Floating Islands
Check out the Bond Street Floating Islands and learn how these installations fit into broader restoration and education work on the harbor.
This is a Level 1 offering; no prior experience is required and participants including teens are accommodated per operator guidance.
What the day feels like
What the experience feels like
Over roughly two and a half hours the guide threads explanation and observation together: pointing out visible interventions, describing the Waterfront Partnership’s role, and placing each stop—the Trash Wheel, Aquarium Wetlands and Bond Street Floating Islands—into the larger story of harbor health.
THE INNOVATION
The Trash Wheel
One of the tour’s focal points is the Trash Wheel—an emblematic piece of urban infrastructure that the tour highlights while explaining local efforts to reduce debris in the harbor.
THE WETLANDS
Aquarium Wetlands
Visitors stop at the Aquarium Wetlands to learn how wetland spaces are integrated into the harbor landscape as part of broader restoration and habitat-improvement work.
THE FLOATING GARDENS
Bond Street Floating Islands
The Bond Street Floating Islands are another featured project on the route—tour guests check out these floating structures and hear how they fit into efforts to make the harbor healthier for people and wildlife.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits best
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Hydration, snacks, sunscreen and appropriate footwear are recommended for the tour.
Dress for the weather and wear footwear suitable for an on-water environment; bring sun protection and any personal essentials.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Baltimore Blueway Inner Harbor tour?
The tour runs approximately 2.5 hours.
What sites does the tour visit?
Guides stop at and discuss the Trash Wheel, the Aquarium Wetlands and the Bond Street Floating Islands while explaining Waterfront Partnership efforts tied to the harbor.
Do I need prior paddling or on-water experience?
No—this is a Level 1 tour and requires no prior experience.
What should I bring with me?
Bring hydration, snacks, sunscreen and appropriate footwear.
What are the rates?
The listed rate is $75 per adult; there is a youth rate of $55 for kids between 13 and 18.
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