Getting around in Baltimore
Public Transport
Public Transport in Baltimore is looked after Maryland Transit Administration (MTA).
The bus stops, Light Rail Stations and Metro Subways are duly marked and can
take you to any corner of the city. Service hours are from 6:00 am - 11:00
pm on weekdays and 8:00 am - midnight on Saturdays. For the information
on routes and schedule, please log to www.mta.maryland.gov
or call (410) 539-5000.
Road Taxi
If you don't like driving and wouldn't want to hire a car, then commuting
through taxis is more comfortable. Taxis can be hailed from streets and cab drivers
are usually polite and like to offer a tip or two to first time visitors in the
city. Fares are set by the state department and are always non-negotiable.
Car Hire
Baltimore Car Hire
is definitely worth "going in" for as it will give you the freedom to see
the city at your own pace. Usually a person between the age brackets of 18 to 75
years with a valid license is allowed to drive a private, non-commercial
vehicle in the city. The speed limit is 55 mph (90 kph) on highways and
30 mph (50 kph) on urban roads. Like any other US city, front-seat
passengers are required by law to wear seatbelts and children under 4 or must ride
in child-safety seats.
If you like to drive, don't forget to carry your driver's license. For
foreigners, International Driving Permit is compulsory. Depending on the way
you're travelling, there are many types of Baltimore car rental services that can make
it convenient for you to move comfortably between hotels, places of interest,
restaurants and airports. Pick from economy vehicles to go for a trip around the
city to full size vehicles for longer inter-city excursions - all at best
prices.
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