National Aquarium

National Aquarium is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to inspire conservation of the world’s aquatic treasures.

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    (410) 576-3800

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    aqua.org

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    Aquarium

Address

501 E Pratt St Baltimore , MD 21202 United States

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Caitlin Lawler

Tickets are kinda pricey , but worth it for a fun day and there is a lot to see. Make sure to stick around for a dolphin show and stop at a nearby restaurant on the harbor for lunch

Derek Fromson

Jellyfish exhibit is a showstopper, yet easy to overlook with so much other fish candy at the Aquarium . Only mystery is rain forest . Get there early or come late to avoid the throngs of people.

Iulia Oprea

Great place to visit on a rainy day, when is not that busy. This aquarium is exactly the same with the one in Barcelona, excepting the dolphin encounter, which you really have to see.

Naomi Nes

A truly immersive experience, you can see wildlife from basically every corner (including escalators, hallways). One of a kind tanks and design. The exhibits are always educational and beautiful.

Elizabeth Rice

They don't do dolphin shows anymore (yay happy dolphins!) so the stadium is a great place to relax during your trip. Just sit and watch the dolphins play with soccer balls

Jason Shellhammer

It’s got an amazing amount of exhibits . Tons of photo ops. All the big things you’d imagine. ???????????? ???? ???? ???? ???? it’s all there.

Charmtastic Mile Baltimore

The National Aquarium located on The Charm'tastic Mile is one of the most amazing attractions of the Inner Harbor . The Aquarium which opened in 1981 attracts visitors from all-over the world.

Cole T

A treasure of a place to have on the Inner Harbor and one of the best tourist options there. Expansive areas exploring different water ecosystems across multiple levels. Dolphin show is underwhelming.

Kim Hannah-Prater

The Barrier Reef exhibit , turtles , and shark tank. Loved visiting during the summer.

Sirius Q

I used to come here as a kid. Admission is expensive , but we always had a good time. Finally saw the new Australia exhibit and was not very impressed. The regular part of the aquarium is awesome, tho

ZenFoodster

The best deal: Friday is your night..less kids + half price after 5pm!

Alaa Shaker

One of, if not the, best aquarium I've ever been too. Loved the jellyfish exhibit . Try to go early in the morning on a weekday to avoid the crowds

Robert Moses

Very immersive and well presented venue for seeing all types of sea life . The exhibit route is arranged to move you around the museum in an organized fashion.

Joann Hutchinson

This place is amazing. I haven't been there since i was a kid. I loved the 4-D thearter. Calypso, the 3-legged Sea Turtle i loved seeing everything there.

Richard Revilla

Expensive but worth it. Shark tanks are awesome and jelly fish tanks will amaze you. Great place for kids of all ages.

Liz Williams

The dolphin show has been taken away, no extra fee to go sit in the arena! They still do "shows" but everyone can go in and you can just chill in the amphitheatre and watch the dolphins play!

Zoe

Awesome aquarium , really cool look. It does get REALLY crowded though, nothing is less fun than trying to observe the majesty of the jellyfish with a million kids screaming in some hellish unison.

Sweet Boy

The National Aquarium in Baltimore is a wonderful place to visit. However, it does get crowded , so if you can, go on off-hours or weekdays instead of weekends...

Insider Perks

This is one of the best aquariums in the United States . The dolphin show cannot be missed along with the stingrays and sharks . Can get very crowded at times so bring your patience with you. Read more

Florence H

There are a lot of kids running around... All the time. Most of the time without parental supervision. But the exhibits are great, I love the jellyfish and sharks .

Ashley Edgerton

Make sure to grab a map, the aquarium is very large and it is easy to miss some exhibits . Also, check for the times of the dolphin show when you first get there so you don't miss it!

Liz Williams

Personnel and dolphin trainers hang out to answer any and all questions you may have! Definitely better than just watching the show and then having to leave for them to get ready for the next show!

Joseph Herring

Great place, part of the National Aquarium of Baltimore. Calming watching the animals swim . There is a computer example of the species, giving you pictures and details. The Shark Shop is also in here.

John

One of the best museums I've ever been to in my entire life. And I've been to a lot.

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Always enjoy coming here. Check sites for coupons. Love watching the beautiful sea life but gets crowded n difficult at times but worth it but bring your patience w lines .

Alexis Davis

If you have a family of 4 it makes sense to just purchase a membership as it can be covered just by visiting the aquarium 2.5x! Sure you can catch a special deal but it's not worth the huge crowds

Madison Orlofski

Like most aquariums , this is very exiting in the beginning, however toward the end of the exhibits , things get a little dull. The jellyfish and the dolphin show are very interesting. Rainforest- no.

Baltimore Maryland

The Polar Express takes the Harbor Friday November 18, 5pm - 9pm! Join the National Aquarium in Baltimore for a special screening of Polar Express, hot cocoa , cookies , and more! $8 admission after 5pm

Cheapism

This aquarium is 4 stories, and has periodic specials on admission. There are lots of different tanks full of interesting sea life , they have a dolphin show and even a “4-D” movie . Read more

Edward Forte

Nice aquarium with nice layout

mtnbke

They feed the sting rays at 10:30am. Best place to view is below the ground floor in the underwater viewing area. Ask a guide how to get there. Let everyone else crowd around on ground floor!

Smithsonian Channel

Nearly 16,500 sea animals, from plankton to sharks , are housed behind the angular glass walls of this aquarium . Since 1981, it's often been cited as one of the best in America. (From Aerial America) Read more

Santi Caamaño

The line to get in is incredibly long! buy the tickets online and collect them at will kiosk! You'll save a lot of time.

Matt

We had fun, lots to see and do, well worth the money.

Carmen N

Truly wonderful design, loved the escalators passing over the big tanks. Lots of sharks , huge rays, & jellies .

Jade Felton

The coral reef exhibit is breath-taking and you might see the large fish having a race.

Ashlie Thompson

Gets really busy in the winter months but overall was a good experience.

marcy stone

Go into the four level aquarium area. The trip is pricey so make sure you have time.

The Baltimore Sun

What Bryan Voltaggio loves about Baltimore: "Here's a little secret, go on a Monday to avoid the lines . I like to take my 4-year-old there so we can both run around like kids." Read more

Realty Masters

This is a must-see in Baltimore! From sting rays to penguins, this aquarium has it all! Be sure to sign up for newsletters for special discounts and events .

Examiner.com

Buy the Baltimore Harbor pass for access here, the Maryland Science Center, Top of the World Observation level, plus five other tourist hot spots . You will save 20% over the general ticket prices! Read more

Emilee Romano

You are invited on an extraordinary adventure to the North Pole this holiday season on THE POLAR EXPRESS! A cold winter’s journey that’s sure to warm your heart and make you believe.

Francisco Ruscalleda

Best part are the jelly fish exhibit and touching the stingrays !!!

Im Jff

The Dolphin Show is no more. Haven't been here in a while so it was an unpleasant surprise as you could imagine. Though you can still see them which was nice.

Rich Hauck

Check out the "Fridays After Five" promo in the winter months. Discounted ticket rate and less crowded = win win.

Bob Begley

Get there earlier if you have younger kids. Entrance into the Aquarium is staggered by times of entry so if you want to avoid needing to kill time in Inner Harbour , get there early! Also, the dolphin

Micah Rittel

GREAT PLACE, GET THERE EARLY, THERE IS LOTS TO DO.......TAKE YOUR TIME IN THE AQUARIUM AND BRING A LITTLE PATIENCE, OTHER PPL THERE WERE EXTREMELY RUDE, OTHER THAN THAT, GREAT PLACE!!!!!

Crescentrating Halal Friendly Travel

The dolphinarium and also the exhibit on marine mammals are interesting. There are no Halal food outlets in the cafeteria of the National Aquarium but both, Masaajid and Halal restaurants , can be foun Read more

Jessica Goon

The National Aquarium in Baltimore's Inner Harbor . A 15-20 minute walk from the hotel . Tickets are $25, open 9am - 5pm. Don't miss the dolphin show!

Aadi Deshpande

The coral reef exhibit is stunningly designed and reason enough to visit.

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8.8
Aquarium
Dolphin Show

Get here a bit early and watch the trainers interact with the dolphins outside of the show! - Denise Dutton

7.2
Gift Store
Gift Shop

It's a nice gift shop, kids liked getting plushies of things they saw in the aquarium. - Matt

8.7
Aquarium
Jellies Invasion

Amazing variety of jellies. Bring your camera - Meg Caron

8.6
Aquarium
Tropical Rain Forest

The Aquarium naturally guides you to the rainforest but don't miss the Animal Planet Australia in the glass pavilion. - Andrew

8.5
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Very cool zoo! Read reviews that it's too small, nonsense! Great for a ages, lots of variety. Love the ostriches. - James H

7.4
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Def get the nachos with the pulled pork. Delicious! Enough for two. - Choo

7.5
Seafood
Phillips Seafood

Excellent crab cakes and beer list. Our waitress was probably the happiest and most enthusiastic person on earth. Looking forward to a return visit! - Michael Maysilles

5.5
Bar
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The nachos and cheese are the best! - Johanna Maldonado