Lexington Market : A Baltimore Gem
Visiting Lexington Market In Baltimore, MD
Be a tourist in your own town. No, seriously. I had the pleasure of visiting one of my hometown gems: Lexington Market. This market, one of the longest-running markets in the world is right here in Baltimore. Operating since 1782, Lexington Market serves a delicious smorgasbord of food including Baltimore’s world-famous crab cakes and Half and Half’s (Half Lemonade-Half Ice Tea). Check out my short video above on my trip to this historic gem. Have you visited this Baltimore gem and national treasure?
Interesting Facts About The Market:
- Lexington Market was first known as Western or New Market because it was located at the western edge of the city.
- The market, in the heart of Baltimore is 200 years old.
- This world famous market is a hub for fresh local food.
- Compared to the Inner Harbor, many see Lexington Market as having more of a “real” feel of Baltimore.
- In 2001, The Baltimore City Paper said that Lexigotn Market was the “Best Way To Introduce Outsiders to Baltimore.”
- This world-renowned market was included on a Food and Wine list of one of the best food experiences one can have in Baltimore.
- Lexington Market is part of the Baltimore Public Market System. This market system is one of the oldest public market systems in the United States. In this market system, there are six-city owned markets in Baltimore City.
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Cool! I was born and raised in Detrot, MI and spent many a happy Saturday in our Eastern Market (as it is called). Just out of curiosity I check out the start date and what do you know, Baltimore has us beat by 100 years! Which surprised me as Detroit is a City that is older than this Country. Thanks for the tour, your market looks like a for sure point of interest during a visit!
Some of those old town markets are real gems. We have the St. Lawrence Market in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Leslie
Don’t overlook the other town markets, either. They’re part of Charm City’s character.
And Seattle brags about Pike Place? Been to both and they’re so different, as we could note comparing the fresh seafood.
Faidley’s!
Nice Rookie! Was that you I saw dancing to the music in the video….
wow – this is such impressive introduction for a live journey and experience around the world and bringing different culture and values! Your journey location is full of history and stories! Bravo!
I’m originally from Baltimore and grew up spending almost every weekend at Lexington Market. It was my favorite spots! I’ve taken it for granted but you’ve made me excited about it again. I didn’t realize it was such a historical gem. Time to go back to good ole Baltimore for a visit! Great post!
oh Lexington market. I love the market but the people be crazy xD lol. I haven’t been in awhile. Just ride by since I live on edmondson 😀
Cool!! We are practically neighbors! I love it.
Awesome! Need to hang out one day :D~