Jen's Baltimore: Family-Friendly Fun

The BMA is one of two art museums in Baltimore that offers free entry all year round and is home to the largest collection of Matisse in the world. Jen recommends exploring the museum with a self-guided audio tour that explains the art in a more simplified way that's easy for kids to understand. Afterwards, she quizzes her children on what they saw and what their main takeaways were. list_movies_bma.jpgbma_2.jpgscreen_shot_2018-09-07_at_9.16.46_am.pngBMA.pngBMA Lights.pngBMA Kids.pngThe Baltimore Museum of ArtThe Baltimore Museum of Art

Nationally acclaimed cookbook author and chef John Shields brings his signature Chesapeake Bay cuisine to Gertrudes, located in the Baltimore Museum of Art. Stop here for lunch or dinner after exploring the museum and sit outside in the sculpture garden to continue your cultural experience.gertrudes_inline_image.jpglist_family_gertrudes.jpglist_lgbt_dining_gertrudes.jpgGertrude’s Gertrude's

As one of Baltimore's most popular attractions, there is something for everyone at the National Aquarium. Jen says her entire family enjoys going and can spend hours trying to see everything from the jellyfish touch pool to the 4-D immersion films.aa_bhm_aquarium.jpgaquarium.jpgaquarium_1.jpgaquarium_1.jpgaquarium_list_image.jpgNational AquariumNational Aquarium

Make learning fun again at the Maryland Science Center. This hands-on museum is perfect for kids to explore everything from dinosaurs to human anatomy. Check the schedule of The Shed for events and classes that teach visitors a DIY skill. Jen loves to take her children here because you can walk away with a tangible memory of what you've learned.science_ctr_0005.jpgscience_center_3.jpgscience_center_1.jpgscience_center_friday_fun.jpgMaryland Science CenterMaryland Science Center

The Baltimore Water Taxi has more than a dozen landings and can take you from the Inner Harbor to neighborhoods like Fell's Point, Canton or Locust Point where Fort McHenry is located. It's also a budget-friendly way to get picturesque waterfront views while cruising.water_taxi-40.jpgwater_taxi_1.jpgwater_taxi_areal.jpgBaltimore Water TaxiBaltimore Water Taxi