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Gifts So Good You Won’t Need a Gift Receipt!

The holiday season is a magical time here at Georgia Aquarium. We’re excited to offer a range of unique holiday gifts that will make anyone feel special! From exclusive experiences to gifts that support conservation, here’s our updated holiday gift guide to help you find something unforgettable for everyone on your list. Click the links below to make your shopping easy.


2024 Unique Holiday Gifts Guide❄️Stocking Stuffers That Will Wow❄️

  • Tickets—Give the gift of an awe-inspiring day at Georgia Aquarium! Whether for a first-time visitor or a seasoned Aquarium fan, our general admission tickets are the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Gift access to the largest aquarium in the Western Hemisphere, featuring nine unique galleries and hundreds of aquatic species. 
  • Aqua Pass—The Aqua Pass makes holiday gifting easy and full of memories. Share a whole year of underwater exploration and unforgettable experiences at Georgia Aquarium. It’s an upgrade above traditional tickets, making it the perfect surprise. Learn more and give the gift of an Aqua Pass here. 
  • MembershipsThe holiday gift that keeps giving all year long (so you won’t need to buy those anniversary or birthday gifts, right?). Georgia Aquarium annual memberships come with many benefits, including unlimited entrance, access to members-only events, and exclusive discounts. Our new Family Premium and Family Plus Premium memberships include flexible guest memberships so you can bring family and friends along anytime! Choose from our flexible membership options:

New membership options are marked by *

  • Individual Standard or our *Individual Premium Membership
  • Family Standard or our *Family Premium Membership
  • *Family Plus Standard or *Family Plus Premium Membership
  • Land & Sea Membership: A full year of admission to both Georgia Aquarium and Zoo Atlanta.
  • Gift ShopSend them a unique Georgia Aquarium souvenir! Our online gift shop offers tons of gift options, from hoodies and T-shirts to toys and so much more. These make excellent stocking stuffers! 

 

2024 Unique Holiday Gifts Guide 1🎄For the Person on Your List Who “Has It All”🎄

Animal EncountersAn experience is the best gift for someone who “has it all”, and what better experience than an animal encounter? Dance with our sea lions, pet a penguin or get splashed by dolphins. Each encounter gives a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to get up close and personal with some of our most popular residents at the Aquarium alongside passionate professionals. Explore all of our Animal Encounter options here.

Aquarium Immersions—The perfect gift for the adventure seeker on your list. Our immersions offer the only opportunity in the world where you’re guaranteed to get in the water with whale sharks, manta rays, hammerheads, and thousands of other sea creatures.

 

Animal PaintingsYou can buy one-of-a-kind paintings created by our animals – gifting a piece of art that is both original and unique. You can choose from paintings created by our dolphins, beluga whales, sea lions, or penguins. Each art piece is an original delivered directly to your home, ready to be framed and adored. 

EventsCreate memories that last a lifetime with tickets to our special events, such as Sips Under the Sea (21+) and our annual 5K race. An event ticket is a gift of fun and adventure. Check our events calendar for a full lineup!


2024 Unique Holiday Gifts Guide 4🎁 Skip the Shipping: E-Gifts That Deliver a Smile (On Time) 🎁 

Gift CertificatesAvoid holiday shipping delays and send a virtual gift! Choose an amount, and let the recipient choose their own Aquarium adventure. Gift certificates can be used for any encounter, dive, or ticket purchase. 

Name a Dolphin Seat–Make a lasting impact and give a gift that stands out! With our “Name Your Own Dolphin Seat” program, your recipient’s name will be placed on a dedicated seat in our Dolphin Presentation Theater, a thoughtful gesture that supports Georgia Aquarium’s education efforts. 

Name a Jelly—Give the gift everyone will be jelly over! You can name a jelly after yourself, a loved one, or anyone you know. You’ll receive a certificate with your jelly’s name and a photo. 


2024 Unique Holiday Gifts Guide 9🧑‍🎄The Best Gift is One That Gives Back 🎅

Amazon SmileShop and support Georgia Aquarium at no extra cost by selecting us as your charity of choice on Amazon Smile. A percentage of eligible purchases will go directly to our conservation and research initiatives.

Adopt an Animal—Support marine conservation and education with an animal adoption. Choose from a bottlenose dolphin, green sea turtle, southern sea otter, or whale shark. Each adoption kit includes a plush, adoption certificate, fact card, and backpack. It’s perfect for children or any animal lover on your list! 


Thank You for Making Georgia Aquarium Part of Your Holiday Season

Every gift purchased from our guide supports Georgia Aquarium’s research, conservation efforts, and operating costs as a nonprofit organization. Thank you for joining us in our mission to inspire awareness and preservation of the ocean and its amazing inhabitants.

For Questions: Visit our website or call us (9:00 AM – 8:00 PM) for assistance with purchasing any gift options.

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Happy Holidays from Georgia Aquarium!

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