Port Discovery Children's Museum
4.5(3,160)4.5 out of 5 stars, 3160 reviews Baltimore, MD
About Port Discovery Children's Museum
Port Discovery Children's Museum offers a highly interactive and engaging environment for children, with a variety of hands-on activities that promote creativity and learning through play. Its unique features, such as the three-story climbing structure and water play area, cater to diverse interests and age groups, making it a valuable destination for family outings.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Families looking for a full day of educational funChildren with sensory sensitivities due to available accommodationsChildren under 10 benefit from various engaging activitiesSuitable for kids aged 6-8 who can spend hours exploring
Why families love it
- Three-story SkyClimber for climbing and exploration
- Interactive water play area that encourages sensory engagement
- Giant slide in the middle of the building
- Arts and crafts area for creative expression
- Friendly and helpful staff enhancing the experience
- Inclusive sensory accommodations like noise-canceling headphones
Insider tips
- Validate your parking ticket for a half-price discount ($15) at the connected garage
- Plan to spend at least 3-5 hours to fully enjoy the exhibits
- Bring a change of clothes for kids if they plan to play in the water area
Good to know before you go
- Visiting during peak hours to avoid larger crowds
- Expecting a quiet environment, especially in sensory areas
- Entry fee of $25 for adults feels excessive, especially for families with one child
- Some areas reported as not being as clean as expected
- Crowds
- Can get busy during weekends and holiday periods
- Value
- The entry fee is $25 for adults, which some parents find excessive. However, the extensive range of activities and the ability to spend several hours makes it a worthwhile investment for families. Parking is conveniently located and discounted with validation.
- Food
- Food can be brought in for picnics in the seating area
- Accessibility
- Sensory accommodations available, such as headphones and writing boards
- Safety
- Well-maintained facilities and clean bathrooms
What parents say
"This is a great children's museum. The design and safety of this place are outstanding. It has so many activities for children of all ages. The giant slide in the middle of the building is one of the best features here. The Egyptian area was good for children and adults alike. My only complaint is that the entry fee of 25 dollars is not worth for the accompanying adults and feels a bit excessive when both parents visit with a single child. They should consider at least halving the adult entry fee."
in the last week
"Port Discovery is an absolute gem! My kids were engaged and entertained for hours. The interactive exhibits are thoughtfully designed, sparking creativity and learning through play. From climbing the incredible three-story SkyClimber to exploring the wonders of water play, there was something for every age and interest. The staff were friendly and helpful, and the museum was clean and well-maintained. It's the perfect place for a family outing, fostering curiosity and making memories. We can't wait to visit again!"
2 weeks ago
"What a great place for kids (obviously) but adults too! It is a very interactive museum with a ton of sensory areas for kids. The wait wasn’t long for us and as soon as you enter you have three levels of pure fun-from hands on activities to climbing areas, and even an awesome funky slide. The museum does have equipment is your child has any sensory issues (they have headphones for kids to block noise out, white board for writing, etc) which was very inclusive. We easily spent 3+ hours here and still kept finding fun areas. We enjoyed the water area (but obviously you may get wet!) and the huge"
a month ago
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