400A Key Highway
Baltimore, MD 21230
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20 Reviews
by Shawn W. - Verified user on Jun 01, 2026
Mike is the absolute best! We took the boat to the Orioles game and being able to dock securely right at the inner harbor was perfect! Hopefully the new plans for redesign have similar arrangements.
by Vitya b. - Verified user on May 29, 2026
Awesome stay and communication from Mike. We will definitely be back soon š
Marina Response:
Thanks Vitya, quite a concert last night at Pier Six! Glad you were able to dock right there for the show. See you next time.by Chad L. on May 26, 2026
Docked at the municipal finger piers to go to an Orioles game. Great experience. Go Oās!
by Sal D. - Verified user on May 10, 2026
Exceptional customer service from the Harbormasters office this weekend. Steve greeted us at the dock and was very helpful. Lovely evening on the Baltimore waterfront.
by Nancy W. - Verified user on May 10, 2026
The finger piers are a great location to all the Inner Harbor has to offer. The docks are a little rough but still much better than some places. The Harbormaster did an excellent communicating before, during, and after to see if there was anything he could do to help us enjoy our stay.
Marina Response:
Thank you Nancy! The wooden Finger Piers are scheduled for removal in a major redevelopment of the Inner Harbor Park & Promenade scheduled to begin in 2027. We are working to maintain a state of good repair while knowing we can't invest in a full upgrade. That's a major driver in keeping our rates lower than surrounding marinas.by Andrew V. - Verified user on May 05, 2026
Stayed at the finger piers. Great location all the way in the Inner Harbor - super easy access to restaurants. Felt safe with the locking gate. Peaceful at night. Mike was incredibly helpful!
Marina Response:
Thank you captain, enjoyed having you in town.by Nick I. on Mar 19, 2026
Mike McGeady is great and I really appreciate his professionalism and the level of organization he has brought to Baltimore Harbor. He has filled a much needed place in Baltimore by becoming the Harbor Master and I think the online booking through Dockwa is super easy and convenient. Plus, I think the Baltimore piers and docks are being maintained better than they have been in years. I hope the ease of online reservations bring more folks downtown to experience what the Inner Harbor has to offer.Ā
by Nathan P. - Verified user on Nov 20, 2025
Harbormaster Mike was awesome. Dock is super convenient and had power and water that worked well. Will definitely stay again!
by Avionne A. - Verified user on Nov 07, 2025
What can I say...Harbormaster Mike is nothing but a gracious professional heartwarming host. This man not only gave us a great accommodation as a new boater, he was awesome and very patient with our docking requirements. He made my first boat and dock , the greatest memory ever with Baltimore boat life!! Please come all to Fells Point and reserve with him! Top notch service indeed!!
by EMANUEL V. - Verified user on Sep 30, 2025
***** UPDATE ***** to my original post below. Updated to 3 stars instead of the 1 star given on my first night.
This is an update to my previous review. After speaking with Mike (the dockmaster), we decided to stay at the marina instead of moving.
- Mike is great, 5-stars all the way. He was very receptive to my frustration with the previous issue and refunded the nights charge. He also offered to
drive me out to the store if necessary.
- The view is OUTSTANDING. Again, 5-stars all day and double that at night.
- Approach and docking were easy. Facilities were clean. Shower was hot and water pressure was HIGH.
- Access to restaurants, activities, the promenade was easy (maybe too easy).
Hopefully the gates are approved. If so, I would certainly make this a yearly stop.
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I'm writing this review at 4:30AM because I was awoken at 3:30 by people on my boat "to take pictures". And there's no way I'm getting back to sleep now. When I came from below there were 3 girls (one one my boat) and a guy. The guy starts arguing with me saying that I shouldn't be confronting a woman when there were just two men on the boat. So apparently they weren't the first ones.
I was already concerned when I left the UNSECURED docks and the main street had literally 100 dirt bikes and ATVs riding by and several kids riding wheelies with their bicycles and mopeds on the promenade. Yes, the view is nice and you are close to the action but that's not always a good thing.
I came in around 8PM so I didn't meet the dock master at the time of this review.
When docking over night the main factors are safety and security and this place just doesn't have it.
Marina Response:
I'd give us zero stars. :(
That is NOT the experience we set out to provide. Having launched our reservation system in July, we plan to install a gate at the head of Baltimore City Municipal Finger Piers later this fall. Even so, as they say, gates are for honest people and may (or may not) deter such egregious behavior. I can recommend nearby gated access facilities at Inner Harbor Marina, Harbor East Marina and Living Classrooms Marina. I will comp your fees paid to date.by Laurie D. - Verified user on Sep 25, 2025
What a delightful experience in Baltimoreās Inner Harbor! Greeted upon our arrival to the dock by the Harbor Master himself who then offered a lift to the grocery store! Mike could not have been more welcoming and professional. The IH Finger Piers are in the heart of inner harbor activity and close to water taxi & free Connector Bus routes. Shower/Laundry facilities are clean & well kept. Captains Lounge was nicer than many private marinas weāve experienced. Altogether a great stay and Highly Recommended!
by Richard F. - Verified user on Sep 15, 2025
Great weekend! Thank you
by Jeffrey H. - Verified user on Sep 07, 2025
I really missed the old days of being able to tie up in Fells Point, so I was thrilled to see this added to the Baltimore City Municipal Pier system. It was really easy to book through Dockwa! I should have planned in advanceā¦ but my trip was somewhat impromptu. Regardless the harbormaster responded right away and was able to book me for a three hour dock and dine. We hit up Thames Street Oyster House for a delicious meal (reservations recommended) and then Cats Eye Pub for a drink and some live music. Reminded me of decades ago when you could pull up and hop out in Fells to stroll around and grab a bite or a drink. I almost hesitated writing this because I donāt want the secret to get out, but would also love to see more boaters back in the harbor. Definitely recommend.
by David A. - Verified user on Aug 29, 2025
Michael:
My buddies came clean with the prank on Thursday. It was even funnier listening to their planning.
It was good to be back in the Inner Harbor.
We wish you and your Team all the success in regenerating activity in the Inner Harbor.
Communications, Accommodations and Location can't be beat.
We had a great experience.
Thank you, David
Marina Response:
It was a pleasure meeting you and we hope to see you again soon! Thank you for your feedback as we relaunch the Harbormaster service and work to "choreograph the guest experience."by Christopher S. - Verified user on Aug 28, 2025
We had a blast and can't wait to do it again!
Marina Response:
Thank you for coming to Baltimore and enjoying a concert at the Pier Six Pavilion. We are working on improved signage to make the Pier Five docking area more friendly and intuitive for recreational vessels.by Craig C. on Aug 11, 2025
No frills but right downtown. Location x3! Mike, the harbormaster, was Very responsive to all my messages! He was awesome! He offered to take us anywhere we wanted to go. Gave us suggestions on where and what to do in the area. It was a pleasure to talk to you Mike!!! He says the docks are a work in progress! We donāt need much. Just a couple dock poles or cleats to hold a few lines. Good luck with all your plans!!! Thank you!! š
by Scott W. - Verified user on Jul 30, 2025
Entrance to the interharbor is easy and deep. No problems with navigation.
The facility itself needs a little work on the wharf, but the electric scene to work and a location was 5 stars.
Mike, the Harbor master or was very helpful and even offered to drive me to the Store.. Felt slightly unease at night. So first time on the whole loop, we locked our doors. But there were no real problems. Keep a walking out in the wharf. Taking pictures, but everything was quiet.. It was a big police presence alone the river walk.
Marina Response:
Thank you for coming to Baltimore captain. One of the top five agenda items for the Harbormaster office is adding gated access to the head of the Finger Piers. We will work to get that in place prior to your next visit! It's an infrastructure balancing act since those fixed piers are planned for replacement with floating piers as part of the Harborplace redevelopment. We think the short-term addition of a reusable access gate is a good goal for this boating season.by Captain U. - Verified user on Jul 25, 2025
We enjoyed our visit to Pier 5 and Michael was very helpful and quick to respond to our requests. We will return
by Dave M. - Verified user on Jul 19, 2025
It is great that Baltimore provides this chance to moor in the center of the Harbor. Mike, harbormaster, went out of his way to make sure that my visit was a good experience. I had a fine time.
by Jack P. on Jul 07, 2025
After a multi-year hiatus, the City of Baltimore Docks and Walls are back in business! We visited June 13 and 14 during the āsoft openingā before the facility was listed on Dockwa. During the winter, I had done extensive research online and found the city facility to be an excellent place for a two-night layover to retrovision, shower, be tourists and meet additional crew at the train station. The West Wall, Finger Piers and Wharves 3, 4 and 5 are in a great central location along the 8-mile Waterfront Promenade. There are three food supermarkets within walkable distance from the Harbormasterās Office (and one much less from other walls, such as Pier 5)
Giant Food- 0.9 mi south from Harbormasterās Office
Harris Teeter - 1.4 mi south from Harbormasterās Office
Whole Foods Market - Harbor East - 1.7mi around Promenade from the Harbormasterās Office - 0.6 mi south, then east from Pier 5 (a 12 minute walk)
Penn Station- Baltimoreās main RR station is 2.4 miles from the Dockmasterās Office ( much less from other walls and the finger piers)
After advance emails with Mike McGeady, the Harbormaster, we reserved a slip with electric power at the Finger Piers opposite the Visitors Center (currently closed) with a close stern-on view of the USS Constellation.
All the ships of the Historic Ships of Baltimore museum were in view from our berth: USS Constellation, submarine USS Torsk and the USCG Cutter Taney - the last surviving warship afloat from the 1941 attack on Pear Harbor.
Also viewable were the lightship Chesapeake and the Seven Foot Knoll Lighthouse (1855) oldest MD screw pile lighthouse (Pier 5). Among them, along the Promenade were the National Aquarium and Maryland Science Center.
The facilities in the Harbormasters office were excellent - newly renovated showers, a state-of-the-art laundromat and a comfortable Guest Lounge. All were available to us 24/7 with our pass keys. While we didnāt need to use them, Gas and Diesel, Pump-out, Ice, and Water were available at the dock in front of the Harbormasters Office. You canāt miss it. These are all located beneath the second-floor Rusty Scupper restaurant with a very prominent red neon sign.
About Baltimore City Municipal Piers
PLEASE NOTE** From June 23 - July 1, 2026, all Baltimore City Municipal Piers are reserved for visiting tall ships or first responder/mutual aid support vessels for the Sail250 Maryland and Airshow Baltimore.**
Welcome to Baltimore City Municipal Piers, your gateway to the Chesapeake Bay.
You asked and we listened! For 2026 we have added gated access at the Finger Piers and a pilot project to dock vessels at Pier Six for concerts!
Delighted to say we earned the 2025 Elite Fleet award for outstanding service!
When making a reservation, please refer to the maps and photos below and use the Special Request Field to reserve a specific location. Docking locations are:
WWS - Inner Harbor West Wall South - 200'
WWN - Inner Harbor West Wall North - 700' (as of April 26, 2026)
FP1 - Inner Harbor Finger Pier Berth 1 - 140'
FP2 - Inner Harbor Finger Pier Berth 2 - 140'
FP3 - Inner Harbor Finger Pier Berth 3 - 140'
FP4 - Inner Harbor Finger Pier Berth 4 - 140'
DD - Inner Harbor Dinghy Dock - 100'
P1E - Inner Harbor Pier 1 East - 200'
P3S - Inner Harbor Pier 3 South - 210'
P3E - Inner Harbor Pier 3 East - 175'
P4W - Inner Harbor Pier 4 West - 150'
P4S - Inner Harbor Pier 4 South - 230'
P4E - Inner Harbor Pier 4 East - 400'
P5W - Inner Harbor Pier 5 West - 500'
P5S - Inner Harbor Pier 5 South - 300'
P5SE - Inner Harbor Pier 5 Southeast - 200'
P5NE - Inner Harbor Pier 5 Northeast - 80'
P6W - Inner Harbor Pier Six West - 400' (2026 Pilot Project for Pier Six Concerts Only)
P6S - Inner Harbor Pier Six South - 150' (2026 Pilot Project for Pier Six Concerts Only)
BW - Fell's Point Broadway Pier West - 200'
BE - Fell's Point Broadway Pier East - 300'
TB - Fell's Point Thames Street Bulkhead - 150'
ASP - Fell's Point Ann Street Pier - 125'
Enjoy competitive rates, breathtaking harbor views and amenities including separate male/female restrooms & showers, a coin laundry, and a boatersā lounge with free WiFi that is open from 8AM - 5PM daily (closed Sundays).
30/50AMP shore power and potable water are available at the Inner Harbor Finger Piers.
Fuel and pump-out available at the nearby Rusty Scupper fuel dock.
Nearby Attractions and Activities:
National Aquarium
Maryland Science Center
Visionary Arts Museum
The Power Plant
Harborplace
Baltimore Visitor Center
Top of the World Observation Deck
Historic Ships in Baltimore: USS Constellation, USS Torsk, Lightship Chesapeake, USCG Cutter 37 and the Seven Foot Knoll Lighthouse
Fells Point Historic District
Catch a concert at the Inner Harbor Amphitheater or Pier Six Pavilion
Stroll the festivals at Rash Field, West Shore Park and Broadway Square
Discover street performers and nightlife in City Center, Fells Point, Federal Hill and Harbor East
Rent kayaks, paddle boats, or electric boats at the Inner Harbor
Ride the water taxi to Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine, birthplace of the Star-Spangled Banner
Dock and walk to Camden Yards, Cross Street Market, Harbor East, Harbor Point and Broadway Market
The Baltimore City Harbormaster Office manages over 5,000 linear feet of docking space in the world-famous Inner Harbor and Fells Point Historic District. While we do not offer all the amenities of private marinas, we do have low, low rates and location, location, location! Dock at the Inner Harbor and be in the middle of Charm City, within easy walking distance of the City Center, Harbor East, Federal Hill, Fells Point and Camden Yards sports complex.
FAQs Maximum speed from Fort McHenry to the Inner Harbor is 6 knots with No Wake Permitted
Baltimore Harbor is a No Discharge Zone (No waste discharge of any kind)
All boats requesting municipal docking privileges must register with the Dockmaster upon arrival
No more than one boat may be rafted outboard a docked vessel. Rafting is permitted only with consent of the Harbormaster and the master of inboard boat. Full docking fees apply to rafted vessels
No swimming or diving at any time (but we're working on it via the Healthy Harbor Initiative!)
All boats must stay clear of the Harbor Connector and Water Taxi stops
No signs or advertising of any kind
No open fires or topside cooking
No painting or repairs except in emergencies with Dockmaster permission
The City reserves the right to re-locate, at the owner's risk and expense, any vessel for which docking fees have not been paid in advance
The Master of the vessel is responsible for the conduct of passengers and guests
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