National Aquarium in Baltimore
Baltimore, MD 21202
Phone: (410) 576-3800
- Directions:
- 95 North to Inner Harbor - follow Inner Harbor signs, Pier 3 is located on the right; follow Aqaurium signs.
- Hours:
- Mar-Jun, Sep-Oct: Sat-Thu 9am-5pm, Fri 9am-8pm, Jul-Aug: Sun-Thu 9am-6pm, Fri-Sat 9am-8pm, Nov-Feb: Sat-Thu 10am-5pm, Fri 10am-8pm
Editorial Review for National Aquarium in Baltimore – by Mark W. Sullivan
Overview
Believe it or not, you can tour the tidewaters of Maryland, the Pacific coastland or a tropical rainforest without leaving Baltimore. Or go deeper and deeper through the Atlantic coral reef into the open ocean, observing numerous species of fish and the sharks that swim at the lowest depths.
Features
In addition to well-designed permanent exhibits, dolphins wave, jump and flip in regularly scheduled shows at the Marine Mammal Pavilion. Catch an underwater view from the atrium below or watch the tricks from the stands, but be warned: The bleachers marked Splash Zone really are splash zones. The National Aquarium is devoted to conservation. Put your loose change in one of the strategically placed converted parking meters to help preserve the Amazon rain forest and the Atlantic coral reef.
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Insider Tips
The ExtrasBetween the Main Aquarium and the Marine Mammal Pavilion are three squished penny machines where you can press an image of 12 different aquatic animals into copper.
Know Before You GoAdvanced tickets are highly recommended for non-school days, including weekends.
ParkingPark at the Aquarium's official parking partner Inner Harbor Garage on 100 S Gay Street or at any of the various downtown garages within walking distance.
User Reviews for National Aquarium in Baltimore
09/17/2006 Posted by aaront31
While this isn't my absolute favorite aquarium (Long Beach), it is definitely in the top five. The displays could be a little bit larger in a few areas and the biggest complaint I had is that many of their attractions have animals displayed that should be in the tank but half of them are missing. And there's not a single jellyfish in the whole place...what's up with that? Otherwise, the newest attractions of frogs and Australia are highly recommended as is the large Ray / Shark displays.
Pros: Some good new displays
Cons: Bit pricey and some displays could be bigger
08/19/2005 Posted by adam33port17
very dissapointed, not worth the price. The Henry Doorly Zoo in Omaha has a much nicer aquarium and at half the price you still have the rest of the zoo to see!!
Pros: location
Cons: expensive, crowded
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