Visitor Information

Tickets

Atlanta City Pass

Not sure which ticket?

Every pass to the world's largest aquarium is not created equal. Decide which type of ticket or combo pass is right for you! Purchase your tickets online and have them in your hand when you arrive!

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Places to Stay

Places to Stay

What about lodging?

Look no further. We've partnered with some of the city's best hotels and restaurants to show you just what Atlanta has to offer.

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Things to Do

Things to Do

Want to see it ALL?

There are more things to do and see in Atlanta besides the world's largest aquarium. Don't miss out on the rest of the city's other key destinations here.

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Getting Here

Getting Here

Need directions?

Plan your route before heading downtown. Get directions, parking and traffic information here.

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The Neighborhood

The Neighborhood

Luckie Marietta District

Georgia Aquarium is part of the Luckie Marietta District, a vibrant and walkable neighborhood of restaurants, hotels and businesses.

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Hours of Operation

The Georgia Aquarium is open 365 days a year. Please note that hours of operation do vary.

Regular Hours
Sunday - Friday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Exceptions & Extended Hours:

August

  • August 13: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
  • August 20: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
  • August 27: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.

September 

  • September 3: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
  • September 4: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
  • September 5-6: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
  • September 10: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
  • September 17: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
  • September 24: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.

October

  • October 14: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

November

  • November 13: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  • November 18: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • November 24-27: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m

December

  • December 18-23: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
  • Dec. 24: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Dec. 25: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.
  • Dec. 26-Dec. 31: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.

 

 

Visitor Tips

  • Book your tickets online and print your ticket out at home! Skip the line!
  • For the best experience, visit during the Aquarium's least frequented times, weekdays and mornings, and try to come early in the morning or late in the day.
  • Small strollers are best for navigating the Aquarium.
  • Jazz Journeys on Friday nights is a great time to visit the Aquarium for an adult-night out.
  • Expand your experience by adding one of our behind-the-scenes tours to your ticket.
  • Want to visit more than one attraction? Purchase a CityPASS or one of our many combo passes.

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Accessibility at Georgia Aquarium

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Daily Events

Daily Activities

Days at Georgia Aquarium are full of new and engaging programs. Learn more about these programs and how you can add to your Aquarium adventure!

Feeding Times

Check displays at each exhibit for feeding times. These are updated daily.

4D Theater - Deepo's Undersea 3D Wondershow presented by AT&T

With multiple shows throughout the day, be sure to catch this unique experience at Georgia Aquarium. Purchase tickets online or at the 4D Theater box office.

Behind the Scenes Tours

Best to book in advance, our Behind the Scenes Tours offer a backstage pass to all the care that goes into our beloved animals.

Journey with Gentle Giants

Swim or SCUBA dive in the Ocean Voyager exhibit, built by The Home Depot. Swims are daily at 3 p.m., and SCUBA dives are daily at 4:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday at 11 a.m. Spots are limited, so it's best to book in advance.

Growing Guppies

This program is designed to help your child (age 2-5) learn about the wonders of the ocean and its many inhabitants through crafts, puppets, storytelling and more! Occurs every Tuesday and Thursday at 10:15 a.m. Reservations are encouraged.

Upcoming Events

 
Sleepovers @ Georgia Aquarium
Spend the night under the sea. Learn more

5th Annual Aqua Vino
Oct. 14, 2010 at Georgia Aquarium
VIP Tasting: 6 - 10 p.m.
Grand Tasting: 7 - 10 p.m.

Aqua Vino provides guests an open door to explore the wonders of the ocean, against the beautiful backdrop of the Oceans Ballroom and the Aquarium's five galleries. Exclusively for one night, enjoy more than 200 fine wines from around the globe, gourmet fare from more than 30 of Atlanta's best restaurants, a live and silent auction and live music. All proceeds from Aqua Vino benefit the Aquarium's Veterinary Services through the Correll Center for Aquatic Animal Health. Learn More

Georgia Aquarium Monthly Lecture Series
Georgia Aquarium Oceans Ballroom
Want to have breakfast with out biologists while hearing them talk about the many marine animals at the Aquarium and what goes on behind-the-scenes?

Then attend Breakfast with Biologists, our morning lecture series, where our biologists dine alongside you on a gourmet breakfast prepared by Wolfgang Puck Catering.

More of a night person, then attend Science on Tap, presented by Heineken. Our evening lecture series invites guests to enjoy Heineken, hors d'oeuvres and beverages while hearing our biologists' first-hand accounts of working with marine life.
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See our events page for a complete list of events.

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