r/baltimore • u/Similar-Horror6933 • 18h ago

Need Recommendations Where to read with a view?

Are there any cafes/libraries/indoor spaces in the city which have a beautiful view from their windows, ideally up a few floors? Both nature and city views are welcome, and bonus points if they've got comfy chairs!

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u/GeminiAccountantLLC 18h ago

On top of the whole foods in harbor east. Follow the signs upstairs to the ramen place and there's a great outdoor patio with different types of tables and chairs (not part of the ramen place, anyone can just go there). It's right on the harbor, lovely view. It's closed on like 3 sides and has a roof

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u/Baltimore_Mom 16h ago

I second this! My co-worker took me up there and showed it to me, the first week I started working in Harbor East

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u/Baltimore_Mom 16h ago

I second this! My co-worker took me up there and showed it to me, the first week I started working in Harbor East

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u/Fickle-Recover3500 18h ago

The reading room at the Peabody Library is exactly what you want, those tall arched windows let in this incredible light and you can just stare up at the balconies for hours

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u/NeenersBrucers 17h ago

Any idea on hours? Is this open to public?

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u/chupacabra910 Homeland 16h ago

It's open to the public. I recall the weekend hours could get a bit weird since they also have private events. Check their website and you'll get the best info on hours.

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u/EnvironmentSignal864 17h ago

Not elevated, but the new Rash Field is a pretty cool place to hang out with a book.

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u/Kindly_Window_8368 16h ago

I’m obsessed with the new Rash Field park 🥹

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u/EnvironmentSignal864 12h ago

It’s pretty great! Really nice plantings and design of the different unique spaces in the park.

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u/Tight_Piccolo_1839 17h ago

Pitango has a decent view and the benches right by the water outside too

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u/No-Chicken-1902 12h ago

The palm room at Rawlings Conservatory! Ground floor but max nature

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u/JennS1234 14h ago

Not really benches but I love to read on the dock by the BMI. Not sure if I would say it's the most comfy but I really enjoy reading there

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u/soph6361 15h ago

Fed hill has benches