National Aquarium in Baltimore

The National Aquarium in Baltimore is the idea of then Baltimore City Mayor William Donald Schaefer and Commissioner of Housing and Community Development Robert C. Embry. The National Aquarium in Baltimore has been educating visitors from around the world since opening in August, 1981 at Baltimore's World Famous Inner Harbor.

Having a mission to "stimulate interest in, develop knowledge about, and inspire stewardship of aquatic environments", the National Aquarium in Baltimore offers many exhibits such as the Animal Planet Australia and Frogs! A Chorus of Colors.

Have you every wanted to see a Blue-Crowned Motmot? Not sure what a Chambered Nautilus is? How about being mesmerized by Stingray's? The National Aquarium in Baltimore has all that and much more!

While there, take the time to enjoy Play! the long running dolphin show. And check out the new 4D Immersion Theater, which brings the sights, smells and sounds directly to the audience.

Once you have taken your trip around the world from the Amazon to Australia, food will seem like a great idea. You can check out the newly renovated Aquarium Cafe located in the Pier 3 Pavilion on Level 1 or stop by the Frog Cafe located in the Pier 4 Pavilion on Level 1. Freshly-made pizza, burgers, hot dogs and ice cream are just some of the options you'll have to choose from.

Don't forget to stop by one of three gift shops the National Aquarium in Baltimore has to offer.  You have a choice of visiting the Dolphin Shop, the Shark Shop or the Expansion Gift Shop. Everything from books, stuffed animals to fine jewelry are available.  Monkeys, frogs, sharks, dolphins… whatever your souvenir of choice will be, make sure it reminds you of the amazing day you spent at the National Aquarium in Baltimore.

The National Aquarium in Baltimore is open 7 days a week. For admission prices and more information, please visit them on the web at www.aqua.org or call 410-576-3800.