Baltimore Flights and Travel Guide

Maryland Science Center

The new glass, steel and concrete structure on the Inner Harbor houses the Maryland Science Center with five stories of interactive exhibits, an IMAX theater, the world-famous Davis Planetarium and an observatory. The Maryland Academy of Sciences is one of the USA's oldest scientific institutions, dating from 1797, and the institution remains focused on education. There are imaginative and hands-on displays ranging from astronomy and space travel, to dinosaurs and general science experiments. 'Your Body: The Inside Story'; exhibition explores the biological world inside a human being and the challenges and advances in health science through interactive exhibits are the focus of BodyLink, while Newton's Alley offers dozens of hands-on experiments to provide insight into light, magnetism, mechanics, sight, and sound. The planetarium runs programs with stargazing at night and sungazing during the day through the observatory telescope. Other popular attractions include The Kids Room and the National Touring Exhibit.

Address: 601 Light Street, Inner Harbor

Telephone: (410) 685 5225 (24-hour information line)

Web site:www.marylandsciencecenter.org

Transport: Light Rail and MARC trains to Camden Yards station

Opening time: Sunday to Wednesday 10am to 6pm, Thursday to Saturday: 10am to 8pm (summer); Tuesday to Friday 10am to 5pm, Saturday 10am to 6pm, Sunday 11am to 5pm (winter)

Admission: Museum and planetarium $14.50 (adults) and $10 (children 3-12); including IMAX: $18.50 (adults) and $13 (children); IMAX only: $8