Little Italy

Little Italy is a residential neighborhood in southeastern Baltimore featuring rows of stone townhouses on narrow streets near the Inner Harbor. The area is characterized by family-run restaurants, traditional churches, and small shops scattered throughout the street grid.

The neighborhood developed in the late 19th century when Italian immigrants settled and established their community in this location. By the early 20th century, it had become a firmly rooted Italian-American enclave that defined the character of the area for generations.

Italian families and their daily traditions shape the character of these narrow streets and storefronts that line the neighborhood. You notice Italian flags, smell homemade cooking from family-run restaurants, and see residents gathered in public spaces sharing conversation and meals.

Street parking is generally free and accessible throughout the neighborhood, especially in the evenings and off-peak hours. Many restaurants in the area offer valet service or private parking facilities to make visiting more convenient.

During summer months, the neighborhood hosts outdoor film screenings that project movies onto a wall at the intersection of High and Stiles Streets. This unconventional tradition brings residents and visitors together for open-air cinema experiences in a historic setting.

Location: Baltimore

GPS coordinates: 39.28470,-76.60220

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:44