The Gallery

Again today, this mall exceeded our expectations. I love the open atrium area that allows outside light in. The 4 levels are amazing, and the fact the stores are… a bit more high end… is even better. LOVE the fact they are adding to the mall all the time. More food options… more stores each month.

FOOD:
Sushi Express– Don’t go to Sushi Express. I came here for a quick lunch to go. They served me old sushi, that smelled, and was slightly discolored. They should be ashamed of themselves. Left me pissed and hungry once I got back to the office to eat.
Moun Wok– Has decent «Chinese» food.
Krazy Kabob– This place is probably the best in quality. Food is always good, but it’s on the pricey side depending what you get.
McDonald’s– You can’t go wrong here. It’s clean and organized enough to get your daily dose of fast food.
SHOPPING:
There has been a lot of store changes in the past few years, and that just not good enough. It would be great if businesses would stay for more than 2 – 5 years.
There’s a Gap, Forever 21, Bath and Body Works, DTLR, Victoria Secret, Banana Republic, and a Wetseal that has been there for more than 5 years. There’s also a Michael Kors store that relatively new, and a fancy smancy store for rich people; I tend to never see anyone in there, but since the prices are so high I’m sure they pay their rent with the 2 – 3 customers they get every few days.
SECURITY: They’ve gotten better, but they could be A LOT better.
BATHROOMS: They’re cleaned well; too bad their tourist clientele is so filthy and disgusting. I was washing my hands once and some older white «gentleman» just came out the stalled, and walked out after taking a number 2. And that’s not the worst part, HE DIDN’T FLUSH. Smh.
Overall: ²⁄₅ Needs a lot of improvement.

A nice little mall in the center of the inner harbor strip. Tons of well known designer stores with average prices and the occasional deal. If you’re looking for an amazing discount then you’re probably better off going to the outlets but if you’re just looking for a cute multi-​level place to pass the time before or after a meal then this is the place for you.

I visited the Gallery for a quick lunch while serving jury duty. It has changed over the years, but for the better as a number of stores have come and gone, but those that have remained or are new, seemed to generate a robust business at this venue. The mall consists of four levels containing stores such as Victoria’s Secret, Aldo, Michael Kors, Bath & Bodyworks, Forever 21 and others. The food court consisted of a few Asian inspired eateries including a salad, pizza and McDonalds restaurant. It served my purpose as a quick walk away to pass the lunchtime during jury service in the city.

Narrow mall on four levels with catwalks along the way in front of the stores. Not much for «local», this is the chain store outlets looking to capitalize on the Inner Harbor tourist traffic. Banana Republic, Foot Locker, Gap, those sorts of stores are here and their prices are at retail levels.
You might find a bargain at the dollar store if you’re looking for very cheap stuff.
On the top level, the busiest restaurant in the food court is McDonald’s rather than the fresh salad place or the sushi restaurant. There is also pizza, «Japanese» and such. A sign warns you that you’re only allowed to stay for thirty minutes.
Lots of security on patrol. I spotted at least four officers, which is busy for a place this size. But the kids loitering near the entrance on Pratt Street probably had their hackles up.

This mall needs to expand!
The security teams are always on there phones
Forever 21, Laila Rowe, Banana Republic and Gap are good stores to hit !
Also the best bathroom to go to is the one in the Renaissance hotel which is somewhat connected to the gallery.
Also ! I prefer to the more mature crowds attend the mall earlier within the day. On any day per se less of a headache.

This could’ve been a better mall. I did like the shopping and all that. I love how convenient it is to the Renaissance Hotel. My problem is that there’s trouble makers in the mall and when I was eating on the top floor where the food court is, these kids were throwing stuff to the floor. And this woman yelled at them for doing that. She threaten to call security for that. I thought they were just doing something funny until my teacher told me they were throwing garbage to the ground. It’s just full of immature people. Why can’t Baltimore be a good place for once?

They have plenty of eateries, trendy little boutiques, shoe shops, ice cream parlors and more.

Small mall near inner harbor place. If you like to shop or need to shop for therapy this mall houses familiar department stores. Ride in the escalator sometimes it’s good to get away from the crowd outside.

What a nicely designed mall. From the outside, especially with the Harbor Place across the street, it just looks like another building, but once you get inside, you get a open atrium and a cool designed shopping experience. But after you admire the architecture, you realize that the shops are nothing special. Some good shops in here, but things you can find in any shopping center USA. Good place to park, although expensive since it is right in the middle of the Inner Harbor.

I wish the Gallery had more boutiques and local shops, but when you are in the Inner Harbor area and need a quick shopping fix, it is a good choice.
Lots of basics like the Gap, Ann Taylor, Ann Taylor Loft, Banana Republic, Victorias Secret, and more, it is a good spot. It is also conveniently attached to the Renaissance Hotel if you need a quick stop while you are staying there. I am a fan of Francesca’s Collection and the store here seems to be a tad bigger than some of the others I have been in (and has an easier to navigate inventory).
We have been here quite a few times, and enjoy it!

If you live or visiting New York specifically the Roosevelt Field Mall, then you will like Harborplace.
Not only is the view outdoors SPECTACULAR (Large Yachts, Cruise ships, sail boats, etc.) but you also have the option of dining indoor as well within REALLY close walking distance. This makes the trip all worthwhile in the day time as you can stare across the bay with no issues but also a nice walk around the boats in the night holding hands with your significant other or an ice cream cone if you prefer.
There are dining places that might cost a little bit more (I didn’t get a chance to try) that gives you a view of the grand bay while being comfortably seat indoors partaking in dinner.
This is a TOURIST HOTSPOT. If you are allergic, hate foreigners, don’t like boats or water (as the ledge is not closed off so if your friend really wanted to get you by pushing you into it, he/​she CAN), and/​or all of the above. Then this place is not for you.
They do get a bonus point for have a Ripley’s Believe It Or Not on site (didn’t get to check it out neither). I might just go back to visit just for that if nothing else. Well, and maybe watch an Orioles game. And maybe grab a Natty Boh. Ah F’ it. I’m visiting again.

This place is currently being remodeled. There will be a Ripley’s Believe It Or Not museum, new places to eat, ect.
It’s a good place to come and eat during various conventions, and you get a nice view of the harbor. It does get crowded during the weekends so just be aware.

There’s nothing horrible about Inner Harbor’s Harborplace & the Gallery. Given it’s site used to be a rough rat infested eyesore pre-​Mayor Willie Don’s mandated ’80’s makeover, this mall — a magnet for out-​of-​towners & locals as well as advertised as a Baltimore Showcase — is an applauded upgrade. Yet I’m not a total fan. But I’m close.
My on-​site shopping résumé lists visits to Five Guys Burgers & Fries, early evening dessert runs to Cheesecake Factory, fiddling with itty-​bitty lingerie at Victoria’s Secret, strolling passed UNO Chicago Grill, the Gap, Banana Republic, Bath & Body Works, Coach, McD’s, and Hooters, and trying various a-​ok to good takeaway and sit-​down dining. Fewer prominent locally unique things an out-​of-​towner can’t find near their own neck of the woods or elsewhere like Lenny’s Delicatessen, Destination Baltimore, and regionally famous Hat’s in the Belfry for chapeau shopping. The soon to open Ripley’s Believe It or Not Odditorium could bring more uniqueness if less local flava. It’s a joint I first visited in St Augustine, Fl. The literal local flava of the soon to open McCormick World of Flavors may offset.
Long ago Light St Pavilion was almost exclusively eats and Pratt St Pavilion shopping. The initially tougher segregation blurred as venues changed while updating it’s ’80’s profile with Bubba Gump Shrimp and It’Sugar.
Nice draw keeping out-​of-​towners in familiar confines, (despite being in another city), safely sheltered from not-​too-​touristy Bawlmer above Fayette St. Generally familiar offerings, but hardly horrible. More unique and/​or more prominent uniquely Baltimore offerings might make me a total fan of this Baltimore Showcase.

What changed and revamped the current appearance of Baltimore, has been impacted by the Harborplace. Once the center of port traffic for Baltimore in the 1980’s development was made for Harborplace and the Gallery Mall.
The Gallery offers some of the best shopping in the inner harbor: ALDO, Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, Bath and Body Works, bebe, Brooks Brothers, Coach, and so many more. *
On to the other side of Pratt street is the Pratt street pavilion. When you get here there is even more shopping though with a local twist. You will also fine some excellent restaurants, though mostly chains some are awesome. You’ll find: The body shop, Cheesecake factory, Destination Baltimore, Edo sushi, Five guys, and more!
You will also find another facility the Light street pavilion. Freshly cleaned up from a must needed renovation. Facilities like: Best Baltimore, The flag shop, the fudgery, H&M, and a lot of other excellent places.
Throughout your passage of great shopping while in town, you will pass by the Harborplace Amphitheater. Located between the Pratt and Light street pavilions Often performers are working their special shows outside. Some very good talent comes through here and often attracts a lot of attention.

If one more person knocks this mall or the Inner Harbor for being too touristy, I am gonna flip! LOL! So what?! The Harbor is hot. Get over it! lol! There is nothing wrong with having an attraction that pulls in tourists and locals alike and, since Baltimore has so many great neighborhoods and neighborhood shops, Harborplace & Gallery and the Inner Harbor in general just make the landscape of Baltimore attractions more robust.
This mall has plenty of great shops and eats and is clean and airy. It’s always busy, but it never feel tight or cramped because of the space. Honestly, it’s my favorite mall in Baltimore and I think it even rivals the one in Annapolis since it’s several floors instead of just one long one. The only mall that is better around these parts is the Mall at Columbia. Anyway, try it out and see for yourself.

Harborplace and the Gallery are actually two buildings. First the Gallery is just right across the street. As usual, it has most of the shops and a food court that has nice view outside. Then there is the Harborplace which is right next to the water. This one consists mostly of restaurants and bars and also has a food court that has a better view of the harbor. One thing I’ve noticed is that most of the restaurants here serve mostly seafood. Well, this is Baltimore.
I give it five stars just because of its location and varieties of shops and restaurants. Everything you are looking for is all in here. Even a Dollar store for those who are on a tight budget.

Harborplace is such a pleasant mall –w ith a mix of local and national chain stores. Claire’s, Bebe, Bath & Body Works, Children’s Place — and more.
It is clean and open/​airy inside with a nice food court area.
The only con? It closed at 7 Pm the Sunday night we were there.
Oh well.

This would have been a 4 star review for the following reasons:
1. The area is very clean (no trash on the ground outside), although definitely geared towards tourism.
2. Lots of «Malls» with random shops, food places, and little merchandise shops.
It’s getting 3 stars because:
1. The buildings are all pretty dirty outside
2. The malls (especially the food court) have birds living/​flying around inside. Birds that crap… on people…
The movie «Under the Tuscan Sun» tells me that this is a lucky omen. Well, since a duchess in Italy has yet to offer me her ancestral home for a «good price,» I’m reserving judgment and am mentally glaring at whatever pigeon seems to have it out for me.*
*I would have physically glared at the time, but that would have forced me to expose my face to the … aforementioned «luck.»

A cleaned– up section of the Inner Harbor where you can shop, eat, and just relax. Lots of tourists wandering here — from the Top of the World, the Mall, the Aquarium, the little paddle boats, ships, and more.
Garages are nearby, but not at the area directly.
Restaurants and more are around.
There’s a good police presence here, generally, so not bad unless it’s late night.
Nothing crazy — but a nice place to relax and walk around during the day in Baltimore. Close to the stadiums and right downtown.