Children's Museums
Port Discovery Children's Museum
📍 35 Market Pl, Baltimore, MD 21202🕐 Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–3 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 10 AM–3 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–5 PM |
About Port Discovery Children's Museum
Interactive exhibits for young learners. Kid-powered museum with 3 floors of hands-on exhibits & play areas, plus events. Port Discovery is a certified sensory inclusive facility, designed to accommodate children with sensory sensitivities alongside typical learners. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,383 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Children's Museum
- Best For
- Kids under 10
- Location
- Baltimore, MD (35 Market Place)
- Admission
- $24.95 per person; children under 1 free; military free
- Highlights
- Three floors of hands-on exhibits including SkyClimber, water play, and interactive learning
💡 Did You Know?
- Port Discovery is a certified sensory inclusive facility, designed to accommodate children with sensory sensitivities alongside typical learners
- The museum offers a PlayMakers program providing discounted admission ($5 per person) for Maryland EBT/WIC cardholders, making it accessible to up to 5 family members
- The Wonders of Water exhibit is designed to intentionally get children wet, requiring visitors to bring change of clothes, making it a fully immersive water play experience
- The museum offers Scout Adventures with evening and overnight programming options, extending the educational experience beyond standard daytime visits
- Admission is free for active military, retired military, and veterans with valid ID, and children under 1 year old are admitted free
💬 What Visitors Say
- Family membership pays for itself quickly if you visit regularly—many visitors report bringing children once or twice weekly, making the membership far more economical than pay-per-visit pricing
- Bring a change of clothes for the Wonders of Water exhibit as children will get wet, and wear socks for the SkyClimber (socks available for purchase at Box Office if you forget)
- The museum is best suited for ages 3-12 with something for all ability levels; plan to stay from opening to closing time as there are enough hands-on activities across multiple floors to keep kids engaged all day
- Take advantage of the re-entry wristband policy—you can leave and return the same day, which is helpful for lunch breaks or managing younger children's needs without losing admission
- Make advance ticket reservations strongly recommended to avoid disappointment, and note that the on-site vending machines accept tap pay with reasonable prices plus a refrigerated option with prepared foods; two microwaves are available for guest use
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