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Monday 9am - 3pm Thursday 10am - 3pm Friday 10am - 5pm Saturday 10am - 5pm Sunday 11am - 5pm

Port Discovery Children's Museum, 35 Market Place, Baltimore, MD (2026)

Name: Port Discovery Children's Museum
Address: 35 Market Place, Baltimore, MD, 21202, US
Telephone: (410) 727-8120
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.5

Welcome to Port Discovery Children’s Museum, ranked among the top 12 children’s museums in the United States! (Forbes)

Port Discovery offers three floors of interactive, educational exhibits and ever-changing programs for children ages birth through 10. Experience moments of wonder at one of the nation's top Children's Museums. Make it a day to remember as you climb together and reach for the clo

uds on a new four-story SkyClimber. Set sail together on a life-sized cargo ship and try your hand at jobs like captain, engineer, and more. Play chef, become an artist, put on a play in our theater, and explore three floors of fun, interactive exhibits and activities. With so many areas to climb and explore, be sure to wear closed toe, flat soled shoes and comfortable clothes so you can enjoy a fun and safe learning experience through the adventure of play!

06/17/2026

🍦 Mark your calendars, Baltimore — July 18th is about to get a lot SWEETER!

Join us at Port Discovery Children's Museum as we celebrate National Ice Cream Day with a full day of ice cream themed fun for the whole family!

From an ice cream themed story time to a game show with an ice cream twist, plus a hands-on Ice Cream Ball demonstration, there's something to delight kids and parents alike — and a little science too!

Our Ice Cream Ball demo shows kids exactly why ice 🧊 and 🧂salt work together to freeze cream into ice cream, turning a sweet treat into a hands-on lesson in chemistry.🧪🍨

And the best part? Treats are on us! We've partnered with Taharka Brothers to bring you delicious frozen sweets — available while supplies last, so we recommend arriving early. A lucky winner will also take home a gift certificate from Crave , and Lucky's is sending families home with coupons for even more ice cream fun after your visit!🎟️

This is one summer celebration you won't want to miss.

Bring the family and join us for a day of cool treats, great games, and unforgettable memories.

📅 Saturday, July 18th from 10AM-5PM
📍 Port Discovery Children's

Visit https://bit.ly/3QOkr6v to reserve your tickets today!

06/10/2026

Did you know that the B&O Railroad Museum is a proud Discovery Quest partner? Grab a free Discovery Quest passport at any of the followings locations:

-American Visionary Art Museum
-B&O Railroad Museum
-Baltimore Museum of Art
-Baltimore Museum of Industry
-Jewish Museum of Maryland
-Maryland Center for History and Culture
-Maryland Science Center
-The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore
-National Aquarium
-Port Discovery Children's Museum
-Reginald F. Lewis Museum
-Star-Spangled Banner Flag House & Museum
-The National Great Blacks in Wax Museum
-The Walters Art Museum

Collect stamps and charms as you discover museums and other cultural spaces around Baltimore. Collect all 14 stamps and 4 charms, and get a special prize from Port Discovery! So what do you say explorer? Are you down for an adventure? 👀🚂 Learn more at the link below:

https://www.portdiscovery.org/discoveryquest/

06/09/2026

A little QUEST summoning anyone👀✨🗺️ Ceron is taking on the challenge! Who else is joining?

06/03/2026

☀️Discovery Quest Families—Did you know you can get your booklet photo taken during your visit at Port Discovery?

Join us THIS Friday for one of our First Friday Fun Nights, aka the Discovery Quest Block Party!

This night is EXTRA special because our Discovery Quest partners will be in the building for a fun night filled with activities and resources.

Here's what you need to know.
📅 Friday, June 5th
🕔 5PM – 8PM (Don't worry, our earlier visitors can stay and play into the evening with us!)
🎟️ Only $5 General Admission per guest
*Special Treats from (while supplies last)
Partners on deck: National Aquarium The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore Maryland Science Center The Walters Art Museum American Visionary Art Museum The National Great Blacks In Wax Museum Reginald F. Lewis Museum The Star-Spangled Banner Flag HouseBaltimore Museum of Art B&O Railroad Museum Baltimore Museum of Industry Maryland Center for History and Culture Jewish Museum of Maryland

🌟 This block party is YOUR night to kick off the summer with good vibes, exploration, discovery, and just have fun for a lower cost.

Don't miss out friends!
Walk-ins always welcomed. Reserve your tickets today: https://www.portdiscovery.org/discoveryquest/

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05/27/2026

A month ago we told you that Tiny’s Diner was getting a little refresh. Well…The verdict is in and the crab cakes have spoken! 🦀

Tiny’s Diner has had a MAJOR glow up! Say hello to the brand new Dockside Diner! 🎉 Same beloved exhibit, a whole new adventure waiting for you and the little ones to explore.

We took one of your favorite spots in the museum and gave it a fresh, seafood market-inspired refresh rooted right here in Baltimore history. Did you know Port Discovery sits on the site of Baltimore’s very first fish market? Now you do! 🌊🎣

Come see the transformation for yourself this summer!

We’re open:
🗓️ Sunday – Saturday | 10AM – 5PM (Now through Labor Day)
📌 Heads up! We will be closing early at 1PM on Tuesday, June 2nd

Tag a family you’re bringing this summer! 👇

05/26/2026

🚨 ATTENTION, FAMILIES! Something BIG is coming to kick off your summer. 🚨

First Fun Fridays are BACK and we're launching the summer season on June 5th with a night you and your family will never forget! 🔥

📅 Friday, June 5th
🕔 5PM – 8PM
💵 Just $5 General Admission

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of games, fun, and all the summer feels right here at Port Discovery! It's the perfect family night out without breaking the bank. 💛

BUT WAIT — here's the part where you lean in close… 🤫
Something HUGE is coming. We're keeping it under wraps for now, but next week we'll be revealing a very special surprise tied to the June 5th event!

Trust us, you are NOT going to want to miss this one!

Get your tickets today by clicking the link below:
https://bit.ly/4nV0Rld

Address

35 Market Place
Baltimore, MD
21202

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 3pm
Thursday	10am - 3pm
Friday	10am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 5pm
Sunday	11am - 5pm

Telephone

(410) 727-8120

Website

https://www.portdiscovery.org/

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