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Marine Mammal Pavilion

Aquarium

Large aquarium sanctuary & research facility for Atlantic bottlenose dolphin established in 1990. People often mention dolphins, time, show, great, shows, dolphin, experience,


Address

Pier 4, Baltimore, MD 21202, United States

Website

www.aqua.org

Contact

+1 410-576-3800

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (252 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Friday: 9 am to 8 pm
  • Saturday: 9 am to 6 pm
  • Sunday: 9 am to 5 pm
  • Monday: 9 am to 5 pm
  • Tuesday: 9 am to 5 pm
  • Wednesday: 9 am to 5 pm
  • Thursday: 9 am to 5 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: dolphins (18) time (13) show (9) great (9) shows (7) dolphin (7) experience (6)
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  • 5/5 A small cat (. 4 years ago on Google
    This is in the second half of the National Aquarium in downtown Baltimore. This pavilion has shows in for the dolphins. In the first few rows are splash zones so pay attention to the signs if you do not want to get splashed. There is also a jellyfish exhibit here. It is a beautiful place. I recommended for anyone who loves aquariums, dolphins, and jellyfish.
    10 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 K 10 months ago on Google • 355 reviews
    Super excited to be able to see the dolphins 🐬 they are so beautiful! First time visiting this huge Aquarium is worth the money to be able to be able to see all this beautiful undersea creatures. From sharks to jelly fish to rain forest, excellent experience. Great family time 🥰🥰
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jonathan “Yoni” H. 7 years ago on Google
    Great place to take the family.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Larry F. 9 months ago on Google • 199 reviews
    This was my first time at the Marine Mammal Pavilion and it was a blast! As you enter, there is stadium style seating with the lower section easily identified as a SPLASH Area 💦. The dolphins put on a remarkable show that was enjoyed by all in attendance - highly recommended.

  • 5/5 Stephanie J. 4 months ago on Google • 87 reviews
    The aquarium is exciting for all ages. The various types of jellyfish were beautiful. Also, the sharks were breathtaking. Unfortunately, they no longer have the dolphin show but you are able to watch the dolphins swim around. It was truly a fun day.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 A P. 2 years ago on Google
    Next time don't order a big truck for 6 pallets
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joe S. 7 years ago on Google
    A great section of the Aquarium, the dolphin show is entertaining and the Jelly Fish Exhibit is a great way to finish off this section of the Aquarium. Note, the first 4 rows are in the "splash zone", sit higher if you don't want to be part of the show!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Yolanda H. 4 years ago on Google
    As expensive the aquarium is it’s ok but they definitely changed especially with the dolphin show they use to have them do tricks the last time i was there it was boring the dolphins were playing but there was no show it’s not the same anymore for almost 40 bucks per person
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Courtney V. 10 months ago on Google • 62 reviews
    So, when we arrived at the Marine Mammal Pavillion to see the dolphins, the entrance had a sign posted saying they were no longer offering any dolphine shows. I didn't get a picture of the sign, and unfortunately, I was unable to speak to anyone working in that area as they were all busy at that time, but I'm still unclear if this is a temporary situation or if its a permanent change. The area is very large - lots of seating surrounding the massive marine mammal tank, with splash zones and handicap accessibility. The way the layout is designed allows for great views anywhere you're sitting in the audience. Even though they were not offering any dolphin shows, we did get to see about 4-6 different dolphins interacting with a few trainers during our time there. The trainers were practicing different tricks with them all for quite some time, so it was almost like getting a show anyway, lol. It was so awesome to be able to observe these beautiful animals up close and get to watch them practice various tricks and swim around. I would definitely come back to visit them again, whether or not they're still offering shows. It's definitely worth a visit! The only reason I'm giving this a 4* instead of 5* is because I feel like there was not enough clarity on the dolphin shows. I would have liked being able to ask someone there that day, but like I said earlier, I was unable to. I would have also appreciated the experience more had there been some more information displayed around the area about dolphins in general, and maybe even about those specific ones we got to see in person, since the trainers are no longer giving shows and educating the public. I had a great time otherwise, I would have just liked learning more about dolphins and the exhibit itself.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Brian B. 5 months ago on Google • 107 reviews
    Really cool aquarium that had tons to do. Great for families!

  • 5/5 Betsy O. 3 months ago on Google • 106 reviews New
    This is a gorgeous facility! I love the view of the Inner Harbor while you get to watch the dolphins. I do not know enough about dolphins to judge the ethics of keeping dolphins in captivity.

  • 5/5 elliott h. 3 years ago on Google
    Had a wonderfull time every time we go
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anibal A. 8 months ago on Google
    The Mammal Pavillion was amazing. Love the dolphin pool and the dolphins were swimming around splashing and showing off to the public. Such majestic creatures
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Guy Z. 11 months ago on Google
    The dolphins were definitely showing off!<3
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Alicia M. 11 months ago on Google
    Missed the dolphin show to demonstrate the intelligence and physical capabilities of the animal. Big disappointment 😞
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Paul F. 1 year ago on Google
    It's great to see the dolphins. But we saw only one, and it was just swimming in circles in a very deep yet horribly-looking pool. If tricks and shows are no longer being done, at least they can do is to make the swimming area look more like a natural habitat.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ranger G. 6 years ago on Google
    Very nice. Great for family.and kids
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Valery C. 5 years ago on Google
    This place was amazing me and my little brother loved it and had so much fun.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Art S. 5 years ago on Google
    Nice place . Recommend for all family, especially with children.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 James H. 4 years ago on Google
    I had a great experience here. This place was amazing and good for kids.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ellie W. 8 months ago on Google • 72 reviews
    This section of the aquarium was really great. The dolphins were fun to see, the cafe was busy, but there were tables available, and the food didn't take very long, and the portion sizes were reasonable for the prices. The best part, though, was the jellyfish exhibit! It was very well done.

  • 5/5 lori r. 2 months ago on Google • 51 reviews New
    Such a great learning experience. So much fun.

  • 5/5 Margaret M. 7 months ago on Google • 34 reviews
    It was better than I expected, it beats the Camden Aquarium hands down. It is very clean and the employees are all friendly and helpful.

  • 5/5 Tabitha Z. 10 months ago on Google
    Loved the dolphins. The show wasn't that long, only about 15 minutes. And there's a splash zone but no splashing...hmm.

  • 5/5 Joanna B. 10 months ago on Google
    Beautiful view, great experience when the weather is nice

  • 5/5 Demitrios Parsons W. 3 years ago on Google
    Love going here every time. Never a disappointment.

  • 5/5 Nick S. 2 years ago on Google
    I had a wonderful time

  • 5/5 Luis M. 3 years ago on Google
    Real nice and pretty 🤩💪🔥🔥

  • 5/5 Saudatu K. 3 months ago on Google • 3 reviews New
    The view was thrilling. I love every bit of the experience.


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Amenities


  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

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