"The National Aquarium in Baltimore is a world-class marine attraction located in the heart of the Inner Harbor. Home to more than 20,000 animals across 600+ species, its immersive exhibits span the globe—offering an unforgettable underwater journey and a powerful conservation mission."

Recommended for

Families and kids
Touch live sea creatures, explore coral reefs, and meet dolphins and jellyfish up close

Ocean lovers
Travel from the Amazon to Australia through vibrant marine habitats filled with aquatic life

Education-focused travelers
Engage with hands-on exhibits, 4D films, and behind-the-scenes tours for all ages

Conservation advocates
Support a facility dedicated to preserving marine life through rescue, research, and education

Facilities

  • Over 20,000 animals representing more than 600 species
  • Immersive global exhibits: Amazon, Australia, Atlantic, Indo-Pacific, and more
  • Interactive touch pools, live webcams, and behind-the-scenes Immersion Tours
  • Dolphin Discovery, Blacktip Reef, Jellies Invasion, and Upland Tropical Rain Forest exhibits
  • Visitor app, on-site café, 4D Immersion Theater, and nearby public parking

Accommodations

Blacktip Reef:
Award-winning Indo-Pacific exhibit with clown triggerfish, angelfish, and live webcam access

Dolphin Discovery:
Watch a social colony of bottlenose dolphins interact with staff in the Aquarium’s largest enclosure

Living Seashore:
Interactive touch pools, games, and conservation pledges for guests of all ages

Maryland Experience:
Explore habitats and native species from mountain streams to the Atlantic shelf

Exhibit Highlights

  • Amazon River Forest: Home to emerald tree boas, waxy tree frogs, and river stingrays
  • Atlantic Coral Reef: 335,000-gallon tank with 500+ fish species and diver feedings
  • Australia: Wild Extremes: 1,800 animals, including kookaburras, turtles, and flying foxes
  • Jellies Invasion: Mesmerizing jellyfish exhibit showcasing global jelly species
  • Shark Alley: Walk through a circular tank where sharks swim all around you
  • Surviving Through Adaptation: Features octopuses, mantis shrimp, and electric eels
  • Upland Tropical Rain Forest: Sloths, tamarins, and poison-dart frogs in a rare habitat

Conservation & Education

  • Animal rescue efforts, with 100+ animals returned to the wild
  • Lecture series, habitat restoration days, and sustainable seafood education
  • Programs for teachers, schools, and youth—plus the Youth Ocean Conservation Summit
  • Traveling classroom outreach and volunteer opportunities

Tips & Special Events

  • Visit before 11 AM or after 3 PM for fewer crowds
  • Check the Aquarium website for special event calendars
  • Download the mobile app for maps, feeding times, and interactive features
  • Enjoy daily animal feedings, 4D films, half-price nights, and inclusive programming
  • Book Immersion Tours in advance for exclusive behind-the-scenes experiences

Map & Location

National Aquarium, 501 East Pratt Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21202 – Phone: 410-576-3800
Located in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, accessible via public transit and major highways

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