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 National Aquarium by LoriPoriLeave a Comment
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is on your right... by zanzooni, 4 more photosLeave a Comment Phone: 410/576-3800Directions: Off I-95 South or North. Near Camden Yards and the Convention Center.Website: http://www.aqua.org Other Contact: http://www.aqua.org/directions_c
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 The National Aquarium seen
from the Constellation by AKtravelers
The most recent addition is the Australia Exhibit, which takes a look at the world's driest continent from a hydro perspective. About 10 years ago, they added on a marine mammal pavillion that includes dolphin shows that come with the price of admission and are guaranteed to entertain. But my favorite place is still the tropical rainforest, located in a glass pyramid atop the building. Oh yeah, and being an aquarium, it does actually have tanks with fish in it , too, with a special focus on the Chesepeake Bay.
If you live locally, ask the aquarium staff about sleepovers for your kids.
We have no idea how much it costs because the last few times we visited, we were members. Leave a Comment
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 Cool sharks & dolphins by YaquiLeave a Comment Phone: 410/576-3800Directions: Located right in the Baltimore Inner HarborWebsite: http://www.aqua.org
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 The National Aquariam in the
distance by VeronicaG
You'll find several floors of immense aquariums, home to hundreds of species of sea creatures. The huge windows allow for easy viewing as you wind your way along ramps, which snake throughout the exhibits. As they swim in their strikingly beautiful habitat, you'll notice the staggering variety of fish. The aquarium is home to 11,000 creatures!
Important tips for visiting the Aquarium: Buy advance tickets if possible or before you begin touring the Inner Harbor and on busy times of the year visit either at the beginning of hours or towards the end.
When we purchased our tickets, we were given a specific time to arrive. We had to wait a couple of hours because there was quite a crowd, so while waiting for our turn we visited other sights. There was plenty to see!
Admission for adults is $21.95; seniors $20.95; children 3-11 $12.95 and under 3 free. Hours are seasonal.
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Architectural Structure by starship, 4 more photos
Visited only once until this trip at the end of June (2009), the aquarium much larger now. It is divided into pier pavilions, each housing unique eco systems such as "Animal Planet Australia," "Atlantic Coral Reef," "Upland Tropical Rain Forest," etc. We saw waterfalls, sharks, stingrays, jellyfish, dolphins, native Atlantic fish, birds, crocodiles, turtles--the list is endless.
Pier 4 Pavilion houses the large amphitheater where the Dolphin Show is performed and where you're likely to get splashed if you sit in the lower seating rows!! The 4-D Immersion Theater is located in the Glass Pavilion, also home to Animal Planet Australia. Both of these special attractions were included on our timed ticket, and we made sure we were at the designated spot for our prescheduled time to see both of these shows. The 4-D Immersion Show was a movie in 4-D as the name suggests---you experienced sights, sounds, smells and touch while watching a fascinating film about wildlife---was extremely well done and worth the time. Also while in Pavilion 4, take a minute to see "Jellies Invasion:Oceans Out of Balance." The upside-down jellyfish were little luminous beings I had not seen before.
It is worth spending at least 2 hours in the aquarium (maybe more). For the tired and hungry, each pavilion has a cafe of its own, and a souvenir shop relating to the eco-system on display in that pavilion. Some of the souvenirs are actually for grown-ups and are artistic.
Because we had a group ticket which included admission to the Aquarium, Dolphin Show, 4-D Theatre and our transportation to Baltimore for $25, it was an amazingly good bargain for us.
As of August, 2009, prices are:
Adult - ages 12 - 59, Aquarium only: $24.95; ticket with extras: $29.95
Senior - ages 60+ Aquarium only: $23.95; ticket with extras: $28.95
Child - ages 3-11 Aquarium only $14.95; ticket with extras: $19.95
Check website for hours, but for August, 2009:
Monday - Thursday: 9 - 5
Friday & Saturday: 9 - 8
Sunday: 9 - 6 Leave a Comment
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 The Dolphin Show by Rhondaj
You have to get in line to get your tickets that will let you in at a later time. So,don't think that when you are in line, you are going right in.Your entry time will be posted on your admission ticket. While you are waiting you can go to other nearby attractions. The aquarium also puts on little mini-exhibits outdoors in the large waiting area to help keep you occupied! Leave a Comment Phone: 410-576-8300Directions: on the harbor, can't miss its unique multi-faceted domeWebsite: http://www.aqua.org
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 Aquarium from the end of the
harbor by grandmaR
You can eat at the restaurant there. We tried to have a big reunion dinner there, but they weren't flexible enough to serve the children earlier than the hour the dining room closed.
Note: You may tour for two hours after closing on all days.
July and August Only:
Monday - Thursday 9 a.m.- 6 p.m.
Friday - Sunday 9 a.m.- 8 p.m.
March, April, May, and June, and September and October:
9 a.m.- 5 p.m. every day except Friday.
Friday only in these six months: 9 a.m.- 8 p.m.
November, December, January, and February:
10 a.m.- 5 p.m. every day except Friday.
Friday only in these four months: 10 a.m.- 8 p.m.
Tickets: Adults $17.50
Children 3 to 11 years of age $9.50
Adults sixty years and older $14.50 Leave a Comment
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 National Aquarium by littlesam1Leave a Comment
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This is one of the best aquariums that I've ever seen. And, as you can tell from my other pages, that's saying a lot. It rates second only to Sea World in San Diego.
Here is an enormous collection of sea creatures from around the world. There is a tropical rain forest, with an exhibit of river life; a very impressive collection of frogs, both tropical and temperate; several exhibits on the Atlantic coast, including the beach, tidal marshes, coral reefs, and upriver areas; and the largest display that I've seen of Australian creatures (no large mammals, but lots of small reptiles and fish).
The big favorite is, of course, the dolphins. They put on a magnificent show, with a variety of stunts and some audience interaction. Maybe you'll get to be a "volunteer."
The entry fee is $21.95, and three dollars more with the dolphin show. But if you have at least several hours, then it's worth it. You need that long to get your money's worth. There are three large buildings to explore. Leave a Comment Phone: 410-576-3800Directions: On the Inner Harbor, near Harborplace. The Maritime Museum's lightship Chesapeake and the submarine USS Torsk are tied up right in front of the entrance. The lines are long.Website: http://www.aqua.org Other Contact: 410-659-4278 ticket assistance
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