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National AquariumvsFederal Hill Park
Both are recommended by professional reviewers. On balance, National Aquarium scores significantly better than Federal Hill Park. National Aquarium comes in at #4 in Baltimore with positive reviews from 6 sources including Lonely Planet, Afar Magazine and Frommer's.
National Aquarium
Fodor's
Concierge
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Afar Magazine
Where
Michelin Guide
Travel + Leisure
501 E Pratt St, Inner Harbor, Baltimore, MD 21202
From $0/night
Fodor's "The most-visited attraction in Maryland has more than 16,000 fish, sharks, dolphins, and amphibians dwelling in 2 million gallons of water." Full review
Concierge "Just as Baltimore's Camden Yards influenced sports stadia across America, the aquarium's 1981 opening represented a watershed moment in urban fish-tank design."
Frommer's "Walk into a room surrounded by patrolling sharks, stroll among coral reefs, and visit a rainforest on the roof of one of the best aquariums in the country." Full review
Lonely Planet "Standing seven-stories high and capped by a glass pyramid, this is widely considered to be the best aquarium in America." Full review
Afar Magazine "The National Aquarium in Baltimore is host to one of the largest arrays of sea life that can be found in the entire world!" Full review
Where "Nearly 20,000 creatures housed in rain forest, Australian river gorge and coral reef ecosystems." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"National Aquarium is Baltimore's flagship attraction. Its exhibitions spectacularly recreate different natural habitats for visitors to explore, including the Amazon, with its giant frogs and snakes" Full review
Travel + Leisure "From sea dwellers like sharks and turtles to land critters...this aquatic destination is home to a wealth of wildlife that helps visitors learn a little more about the planet they live on."
Federal Hill Park Fodor's Frommer's Afar Magazine
On the Grid Where
Independent
Warren Ave, Baltimore, MD 21230
From $0/night
Fodor's "If you want to snap a photo of the Inner Harbor, Federal Hill Park is the place to do it." Full review
Frommer's "The hill has been valued for its scenic views since the first Baltimoreans came here to watch construction around the harbor." Full review
Afar Magazine "The best view of Baltimore's Inner Harbor and downtown skyline is found on this historic high point, public gathering place, and civic treasure." Full review
On the Grid "For the best views of the Inner Harbor, look no further than Federal Hill Park." Full review
Where "Public park since 1879, once an essential lookout during the Civil War and War of 1812. Harbor view and picnic spot." Full review
Independent "No trip to Federal Hill is complete without a wander up to Federal Hill Park, which sits atop the hill and offers sweeping 360-degree views of Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, Chesapeake Bay and the historic downtown"
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November 29, 2023
