Baltimore Visitor Center 401 Light Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
Located on the west shore of Baltimore’s Inner Harbor
For Telephone Assistance,
please call: 1-877-Baltimore
Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
For face-to-face personalized assistance,
please come to the Baltimore Visitor Center which is open seven days a week, as follows: November - March
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. April - October
9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
Schedules may vary due to holidays, special events, etc.
Artistic wonders created by the likes of farmers, housewives, mechanics, retired folk, the disabled, the homeless, as well as the occasional neurosurgeon. All inspired by the fire within!
Hours of Operation: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Closed Mondays except Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Closed: Christmas Day and Thanksgiving Day
Parking Information: Metered street parking is available along Key Highway
The museum is approximately ten minutes from Baltimore's popular Inner Harbor area and is easily accessible from Interstate 95 and the Baltimore Beltway, I-695. Entrance to the Museum grounds is located at the intersection of West Pratt Street and Poppleton Street.
Phone: 410-752-2490
This fascinating, fun place for kids, families, and lovers of history and American railroading features the most comprehensive collection in the Western Hemisphere, plus free parking and train rides. Where America's most important, historic and comprehensive collection lives to tell the story of railroading every day. Forty acres of heritage and a world class collection await your discovery.
Pricing: Adults - $14:00 Children (ages 2-12) - $8:00 Children (under 2 years of age) - Free Seniors (60+) - $12.00
Hours of Operation: Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday - Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. NOTE: Last admission is one half hour prior to closing time. Please note that the Museum is CLOSED on the following holidays: Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day. Inclement Weather Policy: In the event of inclement weather, please call 410-752-2490, ext. 221.
Parking Information: Free off-street, on-site parking for visitors.
View the home of Pius Schamburger as it looked in 1895 when his grandson, George Ruth, Jr., was born there. The Birthplace features treasures from Ruth's days at St. Mary's Industrial School for Boys, including his hymnal and bat, the scorebook from his first professional game and items from his father's saloons in addition to other Maryland sports memorabilia.
Explore Baltimore Inner Harbor's top attractions! The Baltimore Harbor Pass gets you into four of Baltimore's most popular attractions and saves 10% over single ticket purchases. Pass includes base admission to attractions and does not include admission to IMAX, Dolphin Show, 4-D movie, or special exhibits. You may purchase admission to these events at the attractions.
Maryland Science Center
National Aquarium in Baltimore
Top of the World Observation Level
Choice of Port Discovery Children's Museum OR American Visionary Art Museum
Advanced Pricing is available on the web up unitl 2 days prior to past start date: Adult $42.75 Child $31.00
Same Day and Prior Day Pricing: Adult $48.00 Child $35.00
Infants 2 years of age require an infant ticket for entry to Port Discovery Children's Museum which is purchased separately from this pass. Cost is $9.00
Select the date you wish to start using the Harbor Pass. The pass is valid for 4 days beginning on and including start date printed on ticket.
Baltimore Harbor Pass PLUS
Get all the great attractions of the Harbor Pass PLUS you get admission to Babe Ruth Birthplace & Museum, Geppi's Entertainment Museum AND Sports Legends at Camden Yards.
$59 Adults $41 Children
Carroll Mansion Location: 800 E. Lombard Street Baltimore, MD 21202
Phone: 410-605-2964
Constructed in 1811, Carroll Mansion has functioned as residence to Charles Carroll of Carrollton, last living signer of the Declaration of Independence, a saloon, tenement apartments, a sweatshop, vocational school, recreational center, and historic site.
Pricing: Adults $5.00 Children (5-18) $4.00 Children (under 5) Free
Hours of Operation: Wednesday - Sunday 12:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. or by appointment.
The Phoenix Shot Tower is open Saturday & Sunday mornings by appointment only at an additional charge.
Our water transportation system of 16 blue and white boats is the oldest of its kind in the country. One price for all day, unlimited on-off service; transports you to over 30 attractions and neighborhoods.
Hours of Operation: November 1 to March 31 (weather permitting) Monday -Sunday 11:00AM-6:00PM Closed December 24,25 & 31
April 1- April 30 Monday- Thursday 11:00AM to 8:00 PM Friday 11:00AM to 12 Midnight Saturday 10:00AM to 12 Midnight Sunday 10:00AM to 8:00 PM
May 1 to September 6 Monday - Thursday 10:00AM to 11:00 PM Friday 10:00AM to 12 Midnight Saturday 10:00AM to 12 Midnight Sunday 10:00AM to 9:00 PM
September 7 to October 3 Monday- Thursday 11:00AM to 8:00 PM Friday 11:00AM to 12 Midnight Saturday 10:00AM to 12 Midnight Sunday 10:00AM to 8:00 PM
Not responsible for cancelled rides due to weather
Geppi's Entertainment Museum Location: 301 W. Camden Street 2nd floor of Camden Station at Camden Yards Baltimore, MD 21201
NOTE: The Museum entrance is located on the parking lot side of Camden Station, NOT the Camden Street side.
Phone 410-625-7060
Geppi's Entertainment Museum (GEM) is a journey through 250 years of American pop culture, located in historic Camden Station at Camden Yards in Baltimore Maryland, just a few blocks from the city's famed Inner Harbor. Where else can you revisit your childhood and get back in touch with old friends that entertained you in the past through comic strips and books, radio and television shows, films, cartoons, and so much more? The museum exhibits nearly 6,000 pop culture artifacts including comics, toys, dolls, games and memorabilia of every conceivable category. Journey from the late 1700s to the present day and revisit favorite characters like Superman, Spider-Man, Batman, Mickey Mouse, Barbie, G.I. Joe, and many more. Geppi's Entertainment Museum is the home of "pop culture with character!"It takes approximately 2 hours to get through the entire Museum. There is a scavenger hunt and interactive exhibits throughout the Museum to provide entertainment for all ages!
Hours of Operation: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Closed New Year's Day, Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day. Call or check website for weather-related closures
Handicap Accessibility: All galleries at the Museum are wheelchair accessible, though due to the nature of the historic building, not all areas in the museum are accessible. There is also one wheelchair provided by the Maryland Stadium Authority, available on a first come, first serve basis.
Parking Information: Street parking and garage parking are available. Parking rates and restrictions apply at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Paid parking is available in the North Warehouse Lot, directly south of Geppi’s Entertainment Museum, except three hours prior to Orioles home games.
Historic Ships at the Inner Harbor - Four Ships
Tour the ships of Historic Ships at the Inner Harbor: The USS Constellation, built in 1854, is the last all-sail warship built by the U.S. Navy and the only Civil War era naval vessel still afloat. History comes alive with hourly 'hands-on' demonstrations and tours.
The USS Torsk is the last victorious WWII submarine.
The USCGC Taney is the last Pearl Harbor survivor afloat.
The Lightship Chesapeake which guided mariners safely.
The 7-foot Knoll Lighthouse marked the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay for 33 years.
Admission to the Lighthouse is always included FREE.
Pricing:
Adults (15 – 59) $16.00 Child (6 – 14) $7.00 Senior (60+) $13.00 Military (w/ID) Free Children (5 and under) Free
Hours of Operation:
Sunday - Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Parking Information:
Parking is available at various lots and garages around the Inner Harbor.
Homewood Museum Location: 3400 N. Charles Street (The Johns Hopkins University Museums) Baltimore, MD 21218
Phone: 410-516-5589
In 1800, Charles Carroll of Carrollton, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, offered his son a generous wedding gift — $10,000 to build and furnish a place in the country. Charles Carroll Jr. spared no expense and overlooked no detail in the construction of Homewood, an expression of his family's tremendous political, social, and financial stature.
Visit today and experience the beauty and elegance of Homewood Museum — one of the nation's best examples of Federal Period architecture and a National Historic Landmark.
Homewood Museum offers individual and group tours and a year-round calendar of changing exhibitions, concerts, and educational programs.
The museum's permanent collections and changing exhibitions are accessible to the public through guided tours.
Pricing: Adults $6.00 Students and children (6+) $3.00 Seniors $5.00
Hours of Operation: Tuesday through Friday: 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday: 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Parking: Free, on-site parking is available in the Homewood Museum parking lot on the Johns Hopkins University campus.
Accessibility Information: Every effort is made to accommodate visitors with special needs. Because of the historic period and age of Homewood Museum, access may require assistance as stairs must be negotiated in order to tour the house. To make the most of your visit, we recommend calling in advance for personalized advice, and to arrange for assistance.
Welcome to the Jewish Museum of Maryland, America's leading museum of regional Jewish history, culture and community. The Museum interprets the Jewish experience in America, with special attention to Jewish life in the state of Maryland. The Museum was founded in 1960 to rescue and restore the historic Lloyd Street Synagogue, and has become a cultural center for the Jewish community and for those interested in Jewish history and traditions.
Today, the Museum campus includes the historic Lloyd Street and B'nai Israel Synagogues and a modern museum building with changing exhibition galleries, program areas, a research library, museum shop, and meeting rooms. Through our collections, exhibitions, sites and programs, we encourage discourse about Jewish life in Maryland and beyond. Come join us for an exciting, engaging museum experience..
Guided tours of the historic Lloyd Street and B'nai Israel Synagogues at 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. There will only be a 1pm tour on Fridays in January and February.
Pricing: Adults: $8 Students: $4 Children under 12: $3
Hours of Operations: Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday -- 12 pm - 4 pm.
Closed Mondays and Saturdays.
Closed for Jewish festivals and holy days: Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur, Sukkot, Shemini Atzeret, Simchat Torah, first two and last two days of Passover, and Shavuot.
Additionally, the Museum is closed for New Year's, Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and the day after.
Maryland Historical Society
The museum houses an incredible collection of treasures. From 18th- and 19th-century paintings and silver to 20th- century objects of everyday life, the museum collection celebrates Maryland’s rich and diverse history.
The museum houses the Carey Center for Maryland Life, which showcases the MdHS collections through its core exhibitions, Looking for Liberty: An Overview of Maryland History, Maryland Through the Artist’s Eye, and Furniture in Maryland Life.
Among its more than 350,000 objects, the most significant collection of Maryland cultural artifacts in the world, are more then 2,000 paintings including the largest collection of works of art by members of the Peale family, a significant collection of maritime-related artifacts, and outstanding collections of 19th-century Maryland painted and inlaid furniture, silver and quilts, costumes, ceramics, and dolls and toys.
Hours Tuesday through Friday: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday: noon to 4 p.m. Tours The museum's permanent collections and changing exhibitions are accessible to the public through guided tours. Accessibility Information Every effort is made to accommodate visitors with special needs. Because of the historic period and age of Homewood Museum, access may require assistance as stairs must be negotiated in order to tour the house. To make the most of your visit, we recommend calling in advance for personalized advice, and to arrange for assistance.
Museum Admission
$6: adults $5: seniors $3: students and children (6+) Free/JHU staff, faculty, and students and teachers with school ID
Parking and Directions
Free, on-site parking is available in the Homewood Museum parking lot on the Johns Hopkins University campus.
Mount Clare Museum Location: 1500 Washington Boulevard Carroll Park Baltimore, MD 21230
Phone: 410-837-3262
Maryland's finest example of a Georgian country estate and Baltimore's oldest house was the home of Charles Carroll, barrister. This National Historic Landmark, filled with original family furnishings, depicts the grand style of 18th-century living.
Your visit to Mount Clare begins with an introductory video, and is followed by a guided tour of the entire house. Allow 45 to 60 minutes. Tours are scheduled on the hour.
Hours of Operation Open Tuesday - Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. The last tour begins at 3:00. Mondays by appointment. Closed Sundays
Parking Information: Free on-site parking.
Accessibility:
The first floor of Mount Clare is accessible, however the second floor can only be reached via our main staircase. We do not have an elevator in the historic house.
There are no public restrooms in the historic house.
Sink your teeth into fun for all ages at the National Museum of Dentistry! See the amazing teeth feats of circus performer Penny Wilson, marvel at George Washington's choppers (they're not made of wood, after all!), sing along to vintage toothpaste commercials, and discover fascinating hands-on exhibitions about the power of a healthy smile. The Museum is renowned for its collection of dental treasures from the legendary to the whimsical, from Queen Victoria's dental instruments to cartoon character toothbrushes featuring Fred Flintstone and Mickey Mouse. Learn how to keep your smile sparkling in the interactive MouthPower laboratory for kids, discover the wonders of saliva, and see how dentists may one day be able to grow new teeth. An Affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, this one-of-a-kind museum is just a short walk from Baltimore's Inner Harbor. Click here to visit the website.
In 2003, the 108th Congress designated NMD the official museum of the dental profession. In 2005, the National Museum of Dentistry was named an "Authentic Baltimore Attraction" by the Baltimore Heritage Area.
Pricing: Adults $6.00 Children (7 - 18) $3.00 Students with ID $3.00 Seniors $3.00 Children FREE under 6
Hours of Operation: Wednesdays- Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Sundays, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00p.m. Closed on Mondays, Tuesdays and on major holidays.
Parking Information: Parking is limited to on-street metered parking outside of the Museum. The Baltimore Grand Garage is located on Paca Street. There is also a metered parking lot just north of Oriole Park at Camden Yards that you can enter from Paca or Pratt Street
Tours depart at 7:00 p.m. sharp from the sidewalk outside of Max's sidebar (next door to Max's) on Broadway, at 731 S. Broadway near the Fell's Point Square.
Phone: 410-522-7400
Picture Fell's Point, in Baltimore, Maryland, as it was, a rowdy seaport town, the birthplace of the sleek and dangerous clipper ship. Its streets full of sailors from foreign lands spilling off ships, immigrants anxious to start a new life, ladies of the night looking to make ends meet, and all the characters looking to make a living off the maritime industry. Given this explosive combination, is it any wonder that many spirits remained behind? Join us under the cover of night to explore the many haunted pubs, shops, and residences. But don't stray too far from the group because you never know when you'll find yourself face to face with the unknown.
Pricing: Adults (13+) $13 Child (12 and under) $8
Hours of Operation: Saturdays: March - November 7:00pm. Fridays and Saturdays: July 1 - November, 7:00pm.
Tours depart at 7:00 p.m. sharp from the sidewalk outside of Max's sidebar (next door to Max's) on Broadway, at 731 S. Broadway near the Fell's Point Square. Please arrrive 10 minutes prior to tour departure
Port Discovery Children's Museum
Ranked among the top 5 children's museums in the US! Three floors of interactive, educational exhibits for ages 2-10. Imagine! Play! Learn! Grow!
Located at the corner of President and Pratt streets, the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History and Culture is the largest African American museum on the East Coast. Permanent exhibitions highlight more than 350 years of the life experiences of Maryland African Americans in its permanent exhibition. Broader national and international content will be on view in the Museum's special exhibition gallery. In addition, the Museum features a state-of-the-art resource center, distance learning classroom, oral history recording and listening studio, 200-seat theater, museum shop, and cafe. The Museum's award-winning architectural design is a gateway to Baltimore's Inner Harbor and a cultural jewel for metropolitan citizens.
Tuesday-Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday Noon to 5:00 p.m.
The Museum is closed on Mondays and the following holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years Day, and Easter Sunday.
Museum Gift Shop: Tuesday-Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and Sunday 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Museum Cafe: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Parking:
Parking for museum visitors is located directly across the street on the corner of Pratt and President Streets. Metered parking is also available along Albermarle Street and throughout Harbor East and Little Italy neighborhoods.
Located in historic Camden Station at the gateway to Oriole Park, Sports Legends at Camden Yards features exhibits on the Baltimore Orioles, Colts, Ravens, and Blast; Babe Ruth and Johnny Unitas; Orioles Hall of Fame; Negro League teams; the Preakness; the Maryland State Athletic Hall of Fame; regional college athletics; Locker Room - Kids' Discovery Zone; and so much more! With educational programs and special events, Sports Legends is an interactive experience for the whole family. A short walk away, the Babe Ruth Birthplace features exhibits on the Sultan of Swat, Baltimore's native son who became America's first sports celebrity and an international icon. Get psyched for the game...stop by before catching the Orioles or the Ravens!
April - October: Daily 10am - 6pm (7:30pm on game days)
November-March: Tues - Sun 10am - 5pm (8pm on football game days).
Call or check website for weather-related closures.
Closed New Year's, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
Parking:
Paid parking is available on the North Warehouse Lot, directly in front of Sports Legends Museum, except three hours prior to Orioles home games. Parking rates and restrictions apply at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.
Sports Legends at Camden Yards and Geppi's Entertainment Museum Double Play Location: 301 W. Camden Street NOTE: The Museum entrance is located on the parking lot side of Camden Station, NOT the Camden Street side. Phone Geppi’s - 410-625-7060 Sports Legends - 410-727-1539 Double Play Combination Ticket includes Geppi's Entertainment Museum and Sports Legends at Camden Yards
Geppi's Entertainment Museum (GEM) is a journey through 250 years of American pop culture, located in historic Camden Station at Camden Yards in Baltimore Maryland, just a few blocks from the city's famed Inner Harbor. Where else can you revisit your childhood and get back in touch with old friends that entertained you in the past through comic strips and books, radio and television shows, films, cartoons, and so much more? The museum exhibits nearly 6,000 pop culture artifacts including comics, toys, dolls, games and memorabilia of every conceivable category. Journey from the late 1700s to the present day and revisit favorite characters like Superman, Spider-Man, Batman, Mickey Mouse, Barbie, G.I. Joe, and many more. Geppi's Entertainment Museum is the home of "pop culture with character!"It takes approximately 2 hours to get through the entire Museum. There is a scavenger hunt and interactive exhibits throughout the Museum to provide entertainment for all ages! Tuesday-Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Closed New Year's Day, Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day.
Located in historic Camden Station at the gateway to Oriole Park, Sports Legends at Camden Yards features exhibits on the Baltimore Orioles, Colts, Ravens, and Blast; Babe Ruth and Johnny Unitas; Orioles Hall of Fame; Negro League teams; the Preakness; the Maryland State Athletic Hall of Fame; regional college athletics; Locker Room - Kids' Discovery Zone; and so much more! With educational programs and special events, Sports Legends is an interactive experience for the whole family. A short walk away, the Babe Ruth Birthplace features exhibits on the Sultan of Swat, Baltimore's native son who became America's first sports celebrity and an international icon. Get psyched for the game...stop by before catching the Orioles or the Ravens! April - October: Daily 10am - 6pm (7:30pm on game days) November-March: Tues - Sun 10am - 5pm (8pm on football game days). Call or check website for weather-related closures. Closed New Year's, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Parking Information: Street parking and garage parking are available. Parking rates and restrictions apply at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Paid parking is available in the North Warehouse Lot, directly south of Geppi’s Entertainment Museum, except three hours prior to Orioles home games.
Visit the 1793 home of Mary Pickersgill, where she made the 30x42 Star-Spangled Banner that flew over Fort McHenry and inspired Francis Scott Key to write the words that would later become our national anthem.
The National Great Blacks in Wax Museum
America's first wax museum of African American history and culture features more than 100 life-size and lifelike wax figures.
Location:
1601-03 E. North Avenue Baltimore, MD 21213
Phone:
410-563-3404
Pricing:
Adults (18+) $12.00 Child (3 – 11) $10.00 Teen (12 – 17) $8.00 College ID $11.00 Senior (60+) $11.00
Operating Hours:
Winter Hours: October 15 – January 14 Tuesday – Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Sunday Noon – 5:00 p.m.
CLOSED MONDAYS Except during February, July and August, on Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Holiday, and on most Federal Holidays
Top of the World Observation Level
A spectacular and unforgettable view of Baltimore awaits you from the top of the world's tallest pentagonal building. New exhibits about local landmarks, famous people and ?firsts,? and historic events will engage and inspire you to explore more of Charm City!
Top of the World is the perfect starting point for any visit to the city and provides a breathtaking view of Baltimore's skyline, harbor and beyond.
This city attraction featuring a spectacular 360-degree panoramic view of Baltimore has stationed binoculars and photo-map guides to help guests learn about local attractions, hotels, sites and neighborhoods. In addition, it is a fully handicapped accessible attraction.
Located on the 27th floor of the World Trade Center, the world's tallest pentagonal building is home to the only Baltimore attraction to offer an awe-inspiring view of Maryland's urban center.
Pricing:
Adults $5:00 Children (3 - 12) $3.00 Seniors (60+) $4.00 Military ID $4.00 Under 3 Free
Hours of Operation:
Labor Day to Memorial Day Wednesday-Sunday 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Last admission is allowed 1/2 hour before closing.
Memorial Day to Labor Day Open Daily 10am-6pm Saturdays until 8pm Last admission is allowed 1/2 hour before closing.
Parking
Harbor Park Garage is Top of the World's preferred parking facility. The garage is located at the corner of Lombard and Market streets at 55 Market Place, Baltimore, Maryland 21202.