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According to Tripadvisor travelers, these are the best ways to experience Maryland Science Center: Baltimore Scavenger Hunt Adventure (From $20.52) Baltimore Signature Dinner Cruise (From $100.90) Historical Baltimore Self-Driving Sightseeing Audio Tour (From $16.99) Outstanding Ocean City, MD Scavenger Hunt (From $21.60) Baltimore Father's Day Buffet Dinner Cruise (From $126.13)

What hotels are near Maryland Science Center?

Hotels near Maryland Science Center: (0.10 mi) The Royal Sonesta Harbor Court Baltimore (0.11 mi) Stay Alfred on Charles Street (0.26 mi) Sheraton Inner Harbor Hotel (0.25 mi) Hyatt Regency Baltimore Inner Harbor (0.35 mi) Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel View all hotels near Maryland Science Center on Tripadvisor

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Restaurants near Maryland Science Center: (0.10 mi) Explorers, an American Gastropub (0.10 mi) 3 Bean Coffee (0.13 mi) Rita's Italian Ice (0.25 mi) Rusty Scupper (0.18 mi) Ramen Utsuke View all restaurants near Maryland Science Center on Tripadvisor

Maryland Science Center - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024)

#20 of 378 things to do in Baltimore

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Wednesday

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Thursday

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Friday

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Saturday

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Sunday

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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JOHN C
5 contributions
What fun!
Annual pass holder who visits 5-8 times per year with the kids. So much to see and do. Love the hands-on exhibits. Staff members all love science and are great teachers. Each time we go we find new adventures and new things to learn!
Visited May 2023
Written May 24, 2023
engk9800
Ewing, New Jersey60 contributions
Really great hands on science museum
Really great hands on science museum, my son still loves it. They have everything from Dinosaurs to Space. Exhibits dealing with the human body, the planets and space travel, to many, many hands on displays of science principles and properties. IMAX theater and Planetarium.
Visited May 2023
Traveled with family
Written June 6, 2023
Jen R
52 contributions
Had fun!
I took my my 2 teens there and yes, while it's probably geared towards the younger crowd, we actually had fun! Dinosaurs, space, planetarium. We got there when it first open at 10am, so we had no crowds. I would definitely recommend for age group
Visited December 2023
Traveled with family
Written December 24, 2023

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Patrese T

66 contributions

Not Inspired.

Jun 2021

The science center is fine, kids will enjoy the interactive exhibits but we have a great science center here in Pittsburgh and this one seemed less than in comparison. The planetarium show was only ok. The narrator had a great voice and tone for children but as an adult I was somewhat bored. I love science, the sense of discovery and curiosity it can inspire, I just didn't find it here.

Written June 14, 2021

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Nina L

Woodbridge, VA1 contribution

Not a good place for Kids

Jan 2024 • Family

We had the worst experience ever at the museum/science center, especially considering it's meant for children. Today, on 01/07/2024, we visited the Maryland Science Center for their Baltimore downtown day. There is an activity on the third floor where kids can push a swinging board with a pen drawing on it.

After two girls in line drew with the pink pen, it was my boy's turn. He asked the staff if he could use a blue pen, which is his favorite color. The staff responded with a very rude voice, saying, 'No, you CANNOT.' We were all shocked, thinking it might be a joke at first. Unfortunately, he meant it, and the little boy couldn't use the color he wanted because the staff wasn't willing to change the pen on the drawing board.

My boy was frightened by the unfriendly voice and wanted to leave. He refused to go back to the third floor because of it. Visiting the Maryland Science Center has been our family's annual event, but not anymore. I suggest that families with kids DO NOT visit this unfriendly place.

Written January 7, 2024

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Anonymous A

1 contribution

Go somewhere else to eat

Nov 2022 • Family

The exhibits were good but crowded. However, the bathrooms were dirty and the cafeteria was chaos. There was no seating and our whole school had to sit on the floor which was dirty the plaster was broken on the walls, mold in the walls, the floor was lifting, and cobwebs were everywhere.

Written November 30, 2022

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wcucarter

Greensboro, NC117 contributions

Great with kids

Jul 2021

We got to Baltimore early on a Saturday morning when nothing else was open yet. With the 9 year old and 3 year old in tow, I thought this place sounded like a good idea. Both of them loved it, and I enjoyed getting to go to the planetarium. There really was exhibits and activities for all age ranges. My only regret is that we weren't able to stay longer. Everything was clean and well maintained and the staff was friendly and helpful.

Written July 28, 2021

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Jen R

Fairless Hills, Pennsylvania52 contributions

Had fun!

Dec 2023 • Family

I took my my 2 teens there and yes, while it's probably geared towards the younger crowd, we actually had fun! Dinosaurs, space, planetarium. We got there when it first open at 10am, so we had no crowds. I would definitely recommend for age group

Written December 24, 2023

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mgeagles

Atlanta, GA95 contributions

Great place for kids

Jul 2021

Great experience for all kids for 12 to 6. There are so many interactive things to do and see. The planetarium was very fun and informative. The only downside is the lack of food options. The cafe is closed so you have limited options. Absolutely worth a visit if you have kids in Baltimore.

Written July 23, 2021

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Bostonian2011

Boston, MA316 contributions

Must do for kids

Mar 2022 • Family

Nice exhibits, plenty of space, a lot of different options. Our kids loved the lab space, planetarium show with Sesame Street characters and contraption mechanism in 1st floor. A world map painted was not correct though showing Eastern Europe in Asia.

Written March 23, 2022

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Jessie M

3 contributions

Ready to go back

Feb 2020

Really nice place to go with whole the family. We love all the exhibits, especially the interactive ones. Something for everyone here. The activities for the children were great the last time we visited. Looking forward to going back again once things get back to normal. We love taking the family to the inner harbor and seeing the sights.

Written September 12, 2020

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kmarkham2764

Linthicum Heights, MD5 contributions

Nice kids museum

Feb 2020 • Family

This is a very hands on museum. I would say most exhibits are geared for kids 5-12ish. We spent good 2.5 hours and probably didn’t see everything, but spent extra time at the Dinos and on the 3rd floor. It’s a bit pricey but most museums are.

Written February 19, 2020

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Vacation5670

Philadelphia, PA3 contributions

Great for kids of all ages!

What an amazing place! I had 4 children with me, ages ranging from 2 to 13, had to drag every single one of them away from this museum at the end of the day. They loved the planetarium, and were thrilled with "The Sky Above Mr Roger's Neighborhood!" The 3rd floor was the highlight of our entire stay in Baltimore for most of the kids-you can't miss it!
It's difficult to find a place where kids of such a big age range can enjoy themselves, and this is it! From the water play center, to the submarines, to sending each other messages in magic tubes, every exhibit was clean, well-maintained, and FUN!!! After 2 hours, I finally started trying to drag them out to see the rest of the place, which was also great. I have to say that the other 2 floors were better for the older kids, but even the youngest liked looking at the beautiful displays, and found some areas of interest, such as driving a miniature Mars rover by remote control and playing with a kids computer. I can't say enough about how wonderful this was!

Written January 27, 2004

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Peter I

Brooklyn, NY

Do they offer a school group rate (14 - 17 years old)?

Howbar

Baltimore, MD110 contributions

Call them directly for the answer.

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Corey J

Baltimore, MD62 contributions

I find a lot of Science Centers are really geared towards kids. I'm 28, would probably go buy myself. Would this still be a good place for me to visit or would I feel weird and out of place in a place that is very kids-centric?

dpec421

Massapequa, NY50 contributions

I went with 2 adults and 1 child and we all enjoyed it. It comes down to how invested are you in participating in all the offerings. I did it all and loved it as much as my 12 year old. There is plenty for adults to do and I saw many couples and friends without kids.

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Ready4thanexttrip

Lynchburg, VA57 contributions

Hi, I am planning a trip to Baltimore with two 11 year old boys. Is there something for their age or is this more of a little kid place? I only see little kids in the pictures. We went to the science museum in St. Louis last year and it was great for big kids. I'm hoping this is comparable.

Kristine412

Newark, DE337 contributions

My kids were 7 and 10 when we went and they both had fun. I didn't find this science center to be as interactive as others that we have been to around the country but the kids still enjoyed it. Unless your boys are very interested in science, I would say figure on this being a half day activity.

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Iorngirl2001

Anchorage, AK

Do you have to buy the tickets online or are they available on site?

Jo H

Viola, DE64 contributions

No, you do not have to buy tickets in advance. I think you can order online if you prefer. There are times when there can be a long line, depending on day and time. Hope this helps you.

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sparkhj

New Jersey2 contributions

My 3-year old is the kind of kid whose favorite "toy" is everyday electrical devices - vacuums, fans, air pumps, extension cords, etc. Would he enjoy MSC, or should we wait a few years?

James C

Hurley, NY139 contributions

Our grandson will be three in May and loves all mechanical devices and he has a great time there pulling us from one area to another.Great location at the Inner Harbor and if the carousel is working, it is close to the science center and also fun.

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