Timeline
08:00
Grab a coffee at Artifact Coffee. It opens at 08:00 on Saturdays, making it the perfect quiet start to your day. The atmosphere is nice and the light food menu is ready for a morning snack.
08:15
Walk to Woodberry Park. It is only a three-minute stroll from the coffee shop. Use this time to stretch your legs and enjoy the greenery away from the racetrack crowds.
09:00
Head to Candy Stripe Park. This park is located about 43 minutes from the racetrack anchor, but it offers a peaceful spot to sit and watch the world go by. It is a great place to wait for the race day energy to build up in the distance.
Local tip
The infield is known for its wild atmosphere and large crowds. If you prefer a more relaxed experience, stick to the nearby parks and coffee shops. Check the route to the racetrack if you decide to join the main event later.
Check before you go
- Artifact Coffee is open Mo-Fr 08:00-15:00 and Sa,Su 08:00-16:00.
- Blue Pit BBQ is open Mo-Sa 11:30-02:00 and Su 16:00-01:00 if you need a later meal.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Baltimore (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).