From February 18 through early April, the fourth level of the main Aquarium building will be closed for renovation, changing access to amenities and guest routes. Staff will be available to assist with alternative routes and accessibility accommodations.
Walk the catwalk above Shark Alley, participate in fish feeding in Blacktip Reef and more.
45 Minutes
Daily
$50-$65 Per Person
8 and Up
Information Desk (Pier 3, Level 1)
Step behind the scenes onto Shark Alley's suspended walkway to watch sharks swimming inches below your feet! Feed the tropical fish in Blacktip Reef, check out the food prep kitchen and medical bay, and see these incredible predators from a new perspective.
Tour pricing is per person; each guest must have their own tour ticket to participate.
Tour prices are higher on peak days.
Member Price: $40-$52 per person
Please book your tour online and be sure to arrive at least 15 minutes before the start of your tour.
Questions? Please call Central Reservations at 410-659-4269 (available from 9 am to 4:30 pm, seven days a week).
Everything you need to know before your Shark Behind-the-Scenes Tour!
Before your tour, please review the following important information:
Guests must be 8 years or older. All guests under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Participants under the age of 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian in order to attend.
Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable, including if you miss your tour due to late arrival. If the Aquarium cancels your program, you'll have the option to reschedule or receive a full refund.
To ensure that your tour hasn't been canceled due to unforeseen circumstances such as animal health or inclement weather, please call 410-576-8822 the day of your program for cancellation information.
All aspects of this tour are subject to availability.
Have a question about your Shark-Behind-the-Scenes Tour? We've probably answered it here!
Yes.
A paid parent or guardian must accompany all participants under the age of 16. Minors 16 years of age or older may participate with a signed waiver from a parent or guardian. Parents or guardians accompanying children must be at least 18 years old. For example, a 17-year-old may attend a tour with a signed waiver, but their 10-year-old sibling may not accompany them without an adult.
This tour does not allow guests to touch the sharks.
Closed-toe, non-slip shoes and comfortable clothing are recommended.
No. However, this experience is an add-on to a general admission ticket, which grants you admission into the building.
