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Aquariums, Zoos, & Museums

Feeling like planning a family outing is too much trouble? Think again! Aquariums, museums, and zoos have evolved into dynamic, interactive experiences that will amaze your whole family. Haven’t been in years? Modern exhibits and affordable options make them must-see adventures for all ages. Dive into a day of discovery and unforgettable memories!

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Aquariums & Zoos

Dive deeper – there’s always more to explore!

There are 7 local venues in this category.

The National Aquarium in Baltimore

501 E Pratt St Pier 3
Baltimore, MD 21202

The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore

1 Safari Place Druid Hill Park
Baltimore, MD 21217

Catoctin Wildlife Preserve

13019 Catoctin Furnace Rd
Thurmont, MD 21788

Lake Tobias Wildlife Park

760 Tobias Dr
Halifax, PA 17032

Brandywine Zoo

1001 N Park Dr
Wilmington, DE 19802

Plumpton Park Zoo

1416 Telegraph Rd
Rising Sun, MD 21911

Smithsonian’s National Zoo

3001 Connecticut Ave NW
Washington, DC 20008

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Museums

Step inside and ignite your imagination! Celebrate culture, history, and creativity!

There are 24 local venues in this category.

Port Discovery Children’s Museum

35 Market Pl
Baltimore, MD 21202

Northern Central Railway of York

117 N Front St
New Freedom, PA 17349

Sankofa Children’s Museum

2701 Saratoga St
Baltimore, MD 21223

National Electronics Museum

1745 W Nursery Rd
Linthicum Heights, MD 21090

Discovery Center at Water’s Edge

4505 Pulaski Hwy
Belcamp, MD 21017

Historic Ships in Inner Harbor

301 E Pratt St
Baltimore, MD 21202

American Visionary Art Museum

800 Key Hwy
Baltimore, MD 21230

Baltimore Museum of Art

10 Art Museum Dr
Baltimore, MD 21218

Baltimore Museum of Industry

1415 Key Hwy
Baltimore, MD 21230

Be with Me Playseum

7000 Carroll Ave
Takoma Park, MD 20912

Carroll County Farm Museum

500 S Center St
Westminster, MD 21157

DoodleHATCH Interactive Art Museum

8865 Stanford Blvd
Columbia, MD 21045

Ellicott Mills Children’s Museum

3691 Sarahs Ln
Ellicott City, MD 21043

Fire Museum of Maryland

1301 York Rd
Lutherville, MD 21093

Glenn L Martin Aviation Museum

100 Museum Dr
Middle River, MD 21220

Havre de Grace Decoy Museum

215 Giles St
Havre de Grace, MD 21078

Howard County Historical Society Museum

8324 Main St
Ellicott City, MD 21043

Maryland Center for History and Culture

610 Park Ave
Baltimore, MD 21201

Maryland Science Center

601 Light St
Baltimore, MD 21230

National Cryptologic Museum

8290 Colony Seven Rd
Annapolis Junction, MD 20701

Natural History Society of Maryland

6908 Belair Rd
Baltimore, MD 21206

Reginald F. Lewis Museum of African American History

830 E Pratt St
Baltimore, MD 21202

The Jewish Museum of Maryland

15 Lloyd St
Baltimore, MD 21202

The Walters Art Museum

600 N Charles St
Baltimore, MD 21201

Parent Survival Guides: Making the Most of Your Outings

Family Tips for Visiting the National Aquarium in Baltimore

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