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Location
Accessibility
Accessibility & Inclusivity program mentioned on site
Best time
Visit on a weekday morning to enjoy the massive Ocean Voyager gallery with whale sharks and manta rays at a leisurely pace. Reviewers specifically noted that early weekday visits allowed them to take their time without the crowds that can get quite heavy.
Visitor tip
Book animal encounter experiences in advance (dolphin, beluga, sea lion, shark & ray interactions). These interactive exhibits are highly popular and reservations ensure you don't miss these hands-on highlights during your visit.
About Georgia Aquarium
One of world's largest aquariums, with permanent exhibits, interactive galleries & animals galore.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Aquarium
- Location
- Downtown Atlanta
- Highlights
- Animal encounters with dolphins, sea lions, penguins, belugas, sharks, rays, and whale sharks
- Special Experiences
- Glow Nights after-hours events, Aqua Pass unlimited visits membership
What visitors say
The Georgia Aquarium is an absolute masterpiece and truly one of the most magnificent experiences you can find in Atlanta. The highlight is the Ocean Voyager gallery, where you can walk through a 100-foot underwater tunnel and watch…
Such a great aquarium! Had not been here in forever and forgot just how mesmerizing this place is. We spent a couple of hours in here, but you could definitely spend all day. The whale shark and manta rays were awesome. It was quite…
The Georgia Aquarium is an exceptional experience that is dear to my heart. The dedication that goes into caring for their animals is truly amazing, and their contribution to sea life conservation is unmatched. The research that they…
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Did You Know?
- The Ocean Voyager gallery features a 100-foot underwater tunnel with floor-to-ceiling viewing windows where whale sharks and manta rays swim directly overhead
- The Georgia Aquarium operates a zebra shark breeding program and coral conservation program alongside whale shark research that has provided irreplaceable scientific data since the facility's opening
- Georgia residents can purchase admission tickets for $20 after 4pm, representing a $20 discount on standard pricing
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