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Is Georgia Aquarium’s Aqua Pass Right for You?
Experience Georgia Aquarium all year long for the price of a single-day ticket! With Aqua Pass, you can return again and again throughout the year to enjoy new animals, exhibits, presentations, and seasonal events like Glow Nights, Haunted Seas, and Holidays at Georgia Aquarium. Explore our underwater world—from walking through the 100-foot Ocean Voyager tunnel to cheering on sea lions and dolphins. Don’t miss a moment of wonder. Passes are valid through December 31, 2026. Blackout dates apply.* Not valid with other discounts or special offers. Admission to select special events, parking, food, and merchandise not included.
The Benefits of the Aqua Pass
We’ve outlined the Aqua Pass benefits to help you decide if it’s the perfect fit for you and your family.
Value Beyond Compare
Explore nine immersive galleries with thousands of animals to discover, celebrate the magical transformation of seasonal events, and enjoy unforgettable experiences again and again. With only a few blackout dates, this pass offers limitless opportunities to experience all that Georgia Aquarium has to offer, making it an exceptional value for aquatic enthusiasts and families alike.
A year of endless wonder—all in one pass! Our Aqua Pass offers you unlimited* visits to the Aquarium for an entire year, all for the price of a single-day ticket. You’ll enjoy access to all nine of our unique and immersive galleries, daily sea lion and dolphin presentations, plus our seasonal events—all for one great value. *Blackout dates apply. Reservations are required for each visit.
Endless Adventures
Did we mention the nine galleries, featuring thousands of animals and hundreds of exhibits? That’s endless photo opportunities to capture the awe and amazement of seeing your favorite aquatic animals. Witness captivating animal presentations that showcase the intelligence, agility, and grace of our resident dolphins and sea lions. Become stewards of the ocean as you learn about our thousands of unique animal species and how each contributes to the health and vibrancy of our world’s ecosystem.
“Georgia Aquarium is truly one of my happy places, and I can’t wait to take my daughter here for the first time, hopefully soon! 🥹💗 I hope she loves it as much as I do!!”
From the popular Ocean Voyager tunnel to coral walls, penguins, otters, and more, the Aqua Pass unlocks access to a world-class experience. With so much to explore, it’ll keep you coming back again and again.
Supporting a Noble Cause
Did you know Georgia Aquarium is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization? By choosing the Aqua Pass, you’re directly supporting our mission of aquatic education, conservation, and research worldwide. Every purchase helps directly fund our daily operations and programs dedicated to preserving our oceans and marine species. Through your Aqua Pass purchase, you become an essential part of our commitment to a sustainable future for our planet’s aquatic ecosystems.
↦ Learn more about our ongoing research and conservation efforts.
So grab your Aqua Pass today and join us for a year-long journey of discovery, learning, and wonder! With the Aqua Pass, you’re not just visiting a world-class attraction—you’re becoming part of our mission to protect, inspire, and celebrate marine life. Dive in today, and let your next visit be the first of many!
Important Details
Reservations are required for each visit.
Blackout dates apply—check our website for the full list.
Pass covers general admission to galleries and presentations; it does not include select special events, parking, food, or merchandise.
The pass is available to everyone (not just Georgia residents).
Want More Flexibility and Even Better Savings? Consider Membership
We updated our membership tiers and inclusions to ensure everyone has an option that fits their needs and budget. Our Family Premium and Family Plus Premium memberships now include flexible guest memberships, allowing you to bring family and friends along anytime.
At Georgia Aquarium, membership opens the door to additional experiences, discounts, and special event access, providing an even more immersive and enriching experience. With three unique membership tiers, there is a perfect fit for every family and individual.
Aqua Pass holders can upgrade to a membership at any time!
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Celebrating International Whale Shark Day with Fun Facts!
International Whale Shark Day is a perfect occasion to dive into the fascinating world of the largest fish in the sea! Whale sharks, with their distinctive spotted patterns and gentle nature, are a marvel of the ocean.
Here are some fun facts you might not know about these incredible creatures:
1. Gentle Giants of the Ocean
Despite their enormous size, whale sharks are known for their gentle nature. They feed on tiny prey, making them harmless to humans. Sadly, whale sharks are endangered due to a combination of environmental stressors and human threats such as fishing, climate change, and habitat loss.
2. Record-Breaking Size
Whale sharks hold the record for being the largest fish in the world. They can grow up to 40 feet long and weigh as much as 20.6 tons! Imagine a fish longer than a school bus.
3. A Diet of Tiny Prey
Whale sharks eat mainly plankton, tiny fish, and occasionally small squid. They can only swallow small prey because their throats are very narrow, often compared to the size of a quarter.
4. Unique Spot Patterns
Each whale shark has a unique pattern of spots and stripes, much like human fingerprints. Researchers use these patterns to identify and track individual sharks in the ocean.
5. World-wide Whales
Whale sharks can be seen worldwide in the tropical Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans. Our research teams have traveled the world to conduct research on whale sharks in the Galapagos, Mexico, St. Helena, and Indonesia.
6. Slow and Steady Swimmers
Despite their size, whale sharks are not particularly fast swimmers. The usual swim speed when feeding at the surface is roughly 2.3 mph, when cruising about 3 mph. When alarmed, the whale shark has been observed accelerating to a body length per second for very short bursts, but they cannot sustain fast swimming for long.
7. Georgia Aquarium’s Majestic Residents
The Georgia Aquarium is home to several whale sharks, offering visitors a chance to see this endangered species up close. The Aquarium provides these gentle giants with a safe and enriching environment and contributes to global research and conservation efforts.
As we celebrate International Whale Shark Day, remember the importance of protecting these gentle giants and their ocean habitats. Visit the Georgia Aquarium to learn more about whale sharks and how you can contribute to their conservation.
For more information, check out our whale shark animal guide.
Published on Aug 29, 2024.