Public Aquariums

National Aquarium in Baltimore

National Aquarium in Baltimore

Location:

501 East Pratt St.
Baltimore, MD map

(410)576-3800

Directions:

Use the directions below to drive to the National Aquarium, or get turn-by-turn directions from Google Maps.

From Points North via I-95:
Take I-95 South to Baltimore. Go through the right-hand tube of the Fort McHenry Tunnel (toll).
Once through the tunnel, take Exit 53, marked Downtown I-395 N.
Take the left fork (downtown) and stay in the center lane (becomes Howard Street). Stay straight. You will pass Camden Yards on your left.
Make right onto Pratt Street (third traffic light). The Aquarium is eight blocks on right.
Park at convenient facility (see parking garage partner) or turn right into Gunther Circle for bus and motorcoach unloading.

From Points South via I-95:
Take I-95 North to Baltimore.
Take Exit 53, marked Downtown I-395 N.
Take the left fork (downtown) and stay in the center lane (becomes Howard Street). Stay straight. You will pass Camden Yards on your left.
Make right onto Pratt Street (third traffic light). The Aquarium is eight blocks on right.
Park at convenient facility (see parking garage partner) or turn right into Gunther Circle for bus and motorcoach unloading.

From Frederick/Hagerstown via I-70:
Take I-70 East to I-695 South (toward I-95/Glen Burnie).
Take I-95 North toward Baltimore.
Follow directions above for travel via I-95 North.

From Pennsylvania via I-83:
Take I-83 South to Baltimore. Follow I-83 until expressway ends in Baltimore City.
Turn right on Lombard Street and stay in the left lane. (To park in Lockwood Place Garage, cross over Market Place and enter the garage on the left.)
Turn left at Commerce Street and then turn left onto Pratt Street. The Aquarium is one block on the right.
Park at convenient facility (see parking garage partner) or turn right into Gunther Circle for bus and motorcoach unloading.

Parking
Although the Aquarium does not operate its own parking facility, Lockwood Place, our official parking partner, offers a discount to Aquarium visitors. Aquarium members receive an even bigger discount.

Lockwood Place Garage
124 Market Place
Baltimore, MD 21202

Description:

The National Aquarium in Baltimore is home to over 16,000 animals, including sharks, birds, frogs and turtles! There are many great exhibits, including Jellies Invasion, Dolphin Discovery, Animal Planet Australia and many more. There truly is something for everyone.

Price:

Adult (12-59) $39.95
Child (3-11) $24.95
Under 3 Free
Senior (60+) 34.95

Hours:

Hours vary according to time of year - check website for monthly schedules

Visitors may tour the Aquarium up to 90 minutes after closing time. The aquarium has timed entries, so reserve your tickets online to save time.

Plan Your Trip:

With so many things to see and do in Baltimore's Inner Harbor, be sure to get your timed ticket online to avoid long lines. Also enjoy lunch or dinner at a local restaurant nearby!