Dolphin Discovery & Living Seashore Interactive Touchpools

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About this adventure

Immerse your family in the wonders of ocean life at the National Aquarium on Baltimore's Inner Harbor. This weekend, take children through the multi-level glass pavilion featuring the beloved Dolphin Discovery amphitheater, where marine biologists demonstrate positive reinforcement dolphin training techniques and share marine conservation stories. Kids can gently touch Atlantic stingrays, moon jellies, and horseshoe crabs in the tactile Living Seashore touchpool exhibit with guided naturalist support. Wander through the immersive Upland Tropical Rain Forest canopy, marvel at the 225,000-gallon Shark Alley ring tank, and meet puffins and Australian river turtles. Family Experience & Amenities: • Stroller Policy: For safety on high escalators and sloping ramps, strollers are not permitted inside exhibit halls. A complimentary, secure stroller-check facility is provided at the main entrance, and comfortable loaner baby carriers/slings are available on a first-come, first-served basis. • Nursing & Restrooms: Private, comfortable mothers' nursing pods (Mamava) and family restrooms equipped with sturdy Koala Bear diaper changing stations are located on Level 1 and Level 4. • Dining & Refreshments: Harbor Market cafe offers kid-friendly sustainable options (mac & cheese, fruit bowls, juice boxes, chicken tenders) with high chairs and booster seats. • Tips for Families: Arrive right at 9:00 AM opening to enjoy touchpools before peak midday hours. Reserve timed-entry tickets online in advance to guarantee weekend access.