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Georgia Aquarium

Aquarium
Downtown Atlanta, Atlanta
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    "Definitely worth the admission, go see the dolphin show if you can."(57 Tips)
    President R.
    "Great for the family, Dinner, Movies, Excitement, petting tanks."(39 Tips)
    Allie S.
    "Check out every inch inc the beluga whales and sea otters!"(13 Tips)
    Charles L.
    "The Dolphin Tales show was AMAZING!!! Very impressive."(8 Tips)
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  • Amanda C.heart icon on user image
    Amanda C.October 4, 2016
    LOVE this amazing place. Beautiful habitats & incredible animals. Give yourself plenty of time to see everything-including the fun interactive area for kids upstairs, which is a blast for adults too!
    Upvoted Jan 23
  • Victor S.
    Victor ScottJuly 25, 2016
    The Georgia Aquarium is an amazing place. I just love the dolphin show there. The design of the aquarium is excellent. There are many beautiful fishes.Its a really awesome place to take the pictures.
    Upvoted 5 days ago
  • Christopher W.heart icon on user image
    The dolphin show is excellent. Also, the Beluga Whales and the Whale Sharks are quite impressive. The aquarium is very clean and has excellent design aesthetics. Very interactive for children.
    Upvoted 3 weeks ago
  • Djaniella D.heart icon on user image
    Djaniella D.September 12, 2016
    Pro tip: come after 4pm any day of the week & receive 30% off the original price. Favorite recommended spot is the Ocean Voyager!
  • Santa María M.heart icon on user image
    Everything at Georgia Aquarium is amazing! It has been one of the most wonderful places I've ever been! The big pool, the shows, the backstage tour is gorgeous, staff and everything! Love it!!!
  • Katherine S.
    Katherine SilverioJuly 18, 2013
    Can't believe how much there is to see and do, it looks so small from the outside. Tickets are expensive, but worth it!! Get there early to pet the starfish and other fishes.
  • Dee Phunk
    Dee PhunkDecember 26, 2017
    Major tip for the parents: the Seaside Delights stand (next to the Ocean Voyager exhibit) sells alcohol. Assorted wine, assorted canned beer + Stella Artois on tap. You’ll need it.
  • Hayley W.heart icon on user image
    Hayley WJanuary 11, 2017
    I love the fact they used acrylic instead of glass, so you can look at the incredible habitats very clear without any distortion or dizziness you normally get with glass. Great for date and family.
  • Reginald B.heart icon on user image
    Reginald BaileyMay 16, 2016
    I've been to the Georgia Aquarium numerous times and I'm in awe of the marine life and attractions every single time. Great atmosphere and the staff is knowledgeable and friendly.
  • Kyle B.heart icon on user image
    Kyle ByeAugust 21, 2016
    The Ocean Voyager by Home Depot is amazing. You'll need a wide angle lens to properly capture the breathtaking overhead views.
  • Matthew S.heart icon on user image
    Matthew SturmSeptember 8, 2019
    Absolutely amazing venture. I was actually blown away. Love how they have the place set up, right down to the products sold are recycled bottles. Very impressed with the GA Aquarium!
  • Chris S.
    Chris SApril 26, 2015
    This is a great place to come if you feel like being stuck in huge crowds and waiting in line to see any fish. Huge bummer that such an amazing facility is ruined by overcrowding.
  • Jessica W.heart icon on user image
    Jessica WeissAugust 2, 2015
    By far the best aquarium I've ever been to. There are great exhibits but of course the main attraction is the whale sharks. They are magnificent and well worth the price of admission in my opinion.
  • David M.
    David MillerJune 20, 2015
    The Georgia Aquarium is my favorite place in Atlanta. It is hard to beat a day walking through the aquarium and sitting in the large room just watching them swim. The Dolphin Tales show is amazing.
  • michelle s.
    michelle sinkSeptember 19, 2015
    Awesome variety of colorful fish! Loved the coral reef exhibit! My 3 year old son loved watching the whale sharks and rays. The shows are expensive. Food line was insane. Saw everything in 2 hours.
  • LadyJupiter.com
    LadyJupiter.comOctober 3, 2016
    Excellent aquarium, plan on spending several hours. It's like a theme park with many snack options and long lines. Definitely worth the admission, go see the dolphin show if you can.
  • Christine R.
    Christine ReederFebruary 12, 2015
    Went here yesterday and it was a nice way to spend a day alone, but coming from the Monterey Bay Area in CA, it's difficult to be impressed by an aquarium after being to the best in the world.
  • Domnule O.heart icon on user image
    Domnule ObzenJuly 25, 2015
    If you're in Atlanta you MUST visit this place. It's fun and there's a glass tunnel under the tank which makes you feel like you're inside the tank. It's really cool to take pictures there.
  • Morgan S.heart icon on user image
    Morgan SojaJuly 8, 2014
    Great for kids and adults. Yes, the admission is expensive, but it is one if the best aquariums in the entire world. check in using a kiosk, and you can save some wait time purchasing tickets.
  • Kristopher W.
    Kristopher WeissJune 10, 2015
    It's pricey, but the best of the handful of aquariums I've visited over the years. Highly recommended. Kids love it. Adults, too.
  • Christina S.heart icon on user image
    Christina SquitieriApril 11, 2017
    $40 admission for a TINY aquarium! But the Whale Sharks (Atlanta has the only ones in the Western Hemisphere) are amazing and worth it. Go at 3:00pm for the feeding!
  • Anjali M.
    Anjali MirchandaniJuly 11, 2018
    Explore this underwater world with a rich display of marine life from all parts of the planet. Watch the amazing dolphin show. Petting tanks and backstage tours are great for all ages. 
  • AJC
    AJCJuly 15, 2016
    Sleepovers are scheduled at the facility for families and youth groups. You'll sleep right next to a gallery window showing the nocturnal activities of aquarium marine animals. Read more
  • Claireheart icon on user image
    ClaireDecember 13, 2017
    Lots of stuff to do. Lots of cool fish in huge tanks, but the best thing to do is see the whale sharks! A short trip from Birmingham and other places! Fun!!
  • Deb T.
    Deb TJanuary 8, 2014
    Nicely designed. Fun facts everywhere. Some unique fish, even fresh water. Doesn't seem like largest in the world, but the fish seem happy. :)  Oh...and you can swim with them if you're certified!!
  • Aubrey Ramonheart icon on user image
    Aubrey RamonSeptember 9, 2015
    Great exhibits but the seclusion & isolation of exhibits is what works for me. Be prepared for lines & crowds but if you're going for an event it's even more awesome.
  • Bianca A.heart icon on user image
    Bianca AJanuary 6, 2017
    All of the exhibits are amazing and worth checking out. Give yourself at least minimum 4 hours to see it all.
  • Jerry M.
    Jerry McAdamsMarch 17, 2017
    The sea lion show was very entertaining and fun and should not be missed on any visit to the Georgia aquarium
  • Becky D.heart icon on user image
    Becky DicusApril 15, 2016
    The whale sharks were amazing...very cool to watch them during a feeding! The tank was full of entertaining & beautiful creatures.
  • Wim V.heart icon on user image
    Wim Van GrunderbeekDecember 9, 2012
    For 180 USD you book your "meet and greet" with the beluga whales. In a small group of 4 people they offer an educational program that ends in the water! A must when visiting Atlanta! Worth the money!
  • Ares R.heart icon on user image
    Ares Riggins JrMay 27, 2022
    Fun experience for everyone. Great wildlife diversity, knowledgeable staff, and easy to get around. Highly recommend a visit, be prepared for chaotic parking.
  • Thomas T.heart icon on user image
    Thomas TaylorNovember 4, 2015
    Incredible - the giant manta rays are worth the admission alone. If you've arrived, don't go to the ticket booths, buy your tickets online to get discounts.
  • Bill C.heart icon on user image
    Bill CampbellJuly 3, 2013
    nice place to take the kids to see the fish, largest aquarium in the country but lines are long, food prices are absolutely outrageous and facility is incredibly crowded on the weekends.
  • Scott G.heart icon on user image
    Scott GellmanAugust 7, 2014
    The best place to sit is in the ocean room. the best people watching involved sitting on the ledge and people just slowly slide by you on the moving walkway!
  • Focus Pointe Global
    Take your kids to The Dolphin Show to give them (or yourself) a break from all the running around. Want more tips? Check out Kid Friendly Summer Fun - Atlanta! Read more
  • Carolyn K.heart icon on user image
    Carolyn KopcoApril 14, 2017
    Seals show, dolphins show, large aquarium tank with whale sharks, manta rays, giant grouper and more; play areas for children; convenient parking garage
  • J.W. M.heart icon on user image
    J.W. MoellerJuly 25, 2012
    It may be the largest aquarium, but it's not the most diverse. A great stop with your City Pass, and the whale sharks are cool :) Set aside a few hours to do it all though
  • Matt C.
    Matt CasonJune 4, 2013
    Definately go see the new dolphin show, but make sure to get their early and get a good seat. Helpful workers and really nice exhibits. Our kids love it.
  • Nicole U.heart icon on user image
    Nicole UnderhillJuly 4, 2015
    Please pay attention in the parking garage to avoid problems and issues with paying before you try to leave. It seems to be a problem for a lot of families and having to back track, etc
  • Audreyheart icon on user image
    AudreyJuly 20, 2015
    If you are in the area, this is a must see. The viewing room is awesome. Being there is another experience.
  • Meg B.heart icon on user image
    Meg B.October 17, 2017
    One of the BEST attractions Atlanta has to offer... Wide selection of animals, amazing shows, once in a lifetime interactions! Must go to!
  • Alexandra W.
    Alexandra WahlbergApril 1, 2013
    The Ocean Voyager exhibit is by far the coolest part of the aquarium, but it gets packed. Skip to the end of the exhibit where there is a large viewing window and a lot less of a crowd
  • Holly
    HollyMay 27, 2013
    The dolphin show was a little cheesy. But the penguin crawl through is amazing! Don't forget to pet the sharks and other animals in front of the Georgia Explorer.
  • Trin B.heart icon on user image
    Trin BarronOctober 7, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    The cost is a little higher than I'd like, but the aquarium is just stunning. Very kid friendly. Near other great attractions in ATL, too.
  • Joseph T.heart icon on user image
    Joseph TerranellaJanuary 4, 2019
    Get there when they open, the lines get ridiculous by noon. Dolphin show is great, you really get soaked in the first few rows.
  • Atlanta
    AtlantaMarch 13, 2014
    The Georgia Aquarium is the second largest aquarium in the world and showcases more than 100,000 species. Don’t forget to save time for the great musical show AT&T Dolphin Tales.
  • Meredith G.heart icon on user image
    Meredith GaffordJune 11, 2019
    I enjoy the animals but most importantly the company is great
  • Jessica P.
    Jessica Prescott JohnsonSeptember 19, 2019
    Been here 5+ times
    The membership is totally worth it! The beluga whales love having their picture taken, and they usually respond better to classic style cameras than phone cameras.
  • Mikeheart icon on user image
    MikeFebruary 16, 2015
    This place gets packed on the weekends. Plan to pay just under $40 to get in - personally, I think it's a bit too much. This is a one-time experience.
  • Wanna See It Allheart icon on user image
    Wanna See It AllSeptember 24, 2012
    5 Great exhibits , take your time don't rush enjoy the surroundings. Pay for parking when you leave at the elevators. Do not miss Ocean Voyager ~ largest viewing window in North America.
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