EMBARK on an awe-inspiring journey from the Far North to the Southern tip of Africa without leaving Baltimore! THE MARYLAND ZOO IN BALTIMORE brings you face-to-face with amazing animals from some of the most biologically rich regions of the world.
Stroll the boardwalk during your The Harold and Selma Taylor African Journey and see elephants, rhinos,zebras, leopards, cheetahs, lions, giraffes, penguins, gazelles, warthogs,primates and more among naturalistic habitats.
Witness the majesty of polar bears through our new underwater viewing area,alongside Arctic foxes, owls and other Arctic wonders of the Far North in The Alex. Brown Charitable Fund Polar Bear Watch.
Our Lyn P. Meyerhoff Maryland Wilderness will reintroduce you to the treasures of your own backyard as you encounter birds, snakes, turtles, frogs, otters and more in distinctive habitats and settings.
And finally, your children will create life-long memories as they hop from lily pad to lily pad, perch in an oriole’s nest, play on a giant barn silo slide, groom friendly goats and much, much more in our interactive Children’s Zoo. With ever-changing programs, events and exhibits - every time you visit The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore - you’ll never have the same experience twice!
Hours of Operation
Open daily, March 1 - December 31
10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
(last admission one hour prior to closing)
The Zoo is closed:
January-February
Thanksgiving,
December 25th, and
Friday June 10th for Zoomerang, our annual fundraising gala
Admission Pricing
$15.00 Adults (ages 12-64)
$12.00 Seniors (ages 65+)
$10.00 Children (ages 2-11)
Children under 2 are FREE
Parking is free!
Visit there site here. www.marylandzoo.org
National Aquarium in Baltimore,
Baltimore, MD.
The National Aquarium in Baltimore seeks to stimulate interest in, develop knowledge about, and inspire stewardship of aquatic environments.
A member of the Baltimore community, Maryland's leading tourist attraction, and an international icon, the Aquarium provides cultural, recreational, and educational experiences that meet the needs of diverse communities. We are committed to contribute substantially to the economic development of the local region by conducting a financially stable business in a way that demonstrates an awareness of community needs.
The Aquarium adheres to the highest principles of husbandry, staff development, fiscal responsibility, and economy of resources, and we strive to provide effective outreach and conservation programs. Meanwhile, we conduct research and utilize state-of-the-art technology.
The Aquarium's Values
In all operations, we practice and promote the highest standards of animal husbandry.
To be the best aquarium in the world, we owe our visitors the finest possible experience from their first point of contact. By constant evaluation of visitor satisfaction, we strive to exceed expectations for facts, fun, friendliness, and service.
We strive to recruit, train, and develop exceptionally talented and effective board of directors and staff.
We create a safe work environment which encourages teamwork, personal initiative, and accountability.
We are accountable for the efficient use of our internal resources of capital, facilities, and personnel. We promote appropriate use of natural resources through example, education, and action.
Hours of operation:
March, April, May, June
Fridays Only: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
All Other Days: 9 a.m. 5 p.m.
July and August
Friday and Saturday: 9 a.m. 8 p.m.
Sunday through Thursday: 9 a.m. 6 p.m.
Visitors may tour the Aquarium for up to 1 1/2 hours after closing.
These hours apply only to March, April, May, June, July, and August. Other months' hours are also available.
Admission
Adults $17.95
Children 3 to 11 years of age $10.95
Adults sixty years and older $16.95
Children under three admitted free
Visit there site here. www.aqua.org
Salisbury Zoo, Salisbury, MD.
The Salisbury Zoo is proud to be an accredited member of the American Zoo and Aquarium Association (AZA). AZA is a professional association with over 200 member zoos and aquariums dedicated to the advancement of zoos and aquariums in the areas of conservation, education, science, and recreation. AZA members are at the top of the field in animal care, education, and conservation. But many people do not know about AZA or what being an AZA accredited facility means. Many people also do not recognize zoos and aquariums as a trusted voice for animals and wildlife conservation.
AZA wants to fix this. AZA decided to institute a National Awareness Campaign to promote AZA zoos and aquariums to the general public. The goal of the campaign is to promote awareness of AZA institutions as the experts in animal care, wildlife education, and conservation. AZA plans to accomplish this through a spokescritter and a unified animal conservation theme. With all AZA member institutions participating in the National Awareness Campaign, AZA is sure to get its name out there.
Aza
As part of the National Awareness Campaign, AZA is introducing its spokescritter, Aza. Aza has many interesting adaptations. He has “plantlers” on the top of his head that he can move, a long tail to help him swim, and long legs that he uses to run. Aza is a creature that spends time on land and in the water and is familiar with all types of animals. Aza will help to educate kids about animals, nature, and the role of zoos and aquariums in protecting animals and nature.
ADMISSION:
The Salisbury Zoo is free at all times!
HOURS:
Open every day, except Christmas Day and Thanksgiving, at 8:00 am Memorial Day through Labor Day closing time is 7:30 pm. The rest of the year closing time is 4:30 pm.
Visit there site here. www.salisburyzoo.org
