Timeline
09:00
Enter the National Aquarium right when it opens at 9AM. Arriving early helps you avoid the long lines mentioned in the description, allowing you to see the tropical rain forest exhibit and shark tanks while the atmosphere is still calm.
10:30
Walk four minutes to Rusty Scupper for lunch. This seafood restaurant is known for its magnificent views of the Baltimore skyline. Since it opens at 11:30AM on weekdays (or 11AM on Sundays), timing your visit here after two hours at the aquarium fits perfectly within its opening hours.
11:15
Take a nine-minute walk south to Federal Hill Park. This big hilly park offers one of Baltimore's best points for picture taking, overlooking the Inner Harbor with great views of both the north and south skylines. It is a peaceful spot to end your morning.
Local tip
The aquarium description warns of long lines, especially on weekends. Starting at 9AM on a weekday is your best chance for a smoother experience.
Check before you go
- National Aquarium opens at 9AM Mon-Thu and Fri-Sat, and 9AM Sun.
- Rusty Scupper opens at 11:30AM Mon-Thu and Fri, and 11AM Sun.
- Check if your visit day is a weekend, as aquarium lines are longer then.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Baltimore (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).