Georgia Aquarium
- Address:225 Baker Street Downtown, Atlanta
- Hours:Sun - Fri: 10am - 5pm, Saturday: 9am - 6pm
- Admission:Adults: US$26, Children (3-12yrs): US$19.50
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One of Atlanta’s major showstoppers is the Georgia Aquarium, a colossal facility billing itself as the world's largest aquarium. The aquarium’s 8 million gallons of marine and fresh water is home to more than 100,000 animals representing 500 different species. The aquarium's notable specimens include four young whale sharks, two beluga whales, and two manta rays.
The five permanent exhibits, each with its own habitat, will surely enthrall. Within these displays are Australian weedy sea dragons, giant Pacific octopus, Japanese spider crabs, otters, and piranha. There’s even a petting tank where visitors can touch horseshoe crabs, sea stars, stingrays, and shrimp. Take a walk through an acrylic tunnel, surrounded by water, and watch as gigantic whale sharks swim overhead.
Little kids, especially, will love the tropical coral reefs, where they can look for "Nemo" among the reef’s colorful sea creatures. They also will delight in the 4-D movie, which sprinkles water on the audience and teaches about environmental sensitivity.
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Practical Info
The Georgia Aquarium is located in Midtown Atlanta, just north of Centennial Olympic Park. Nearby attractions include the Georgia Dome, the CNN Center, and the World of Coca-Cola. The aquarium is easily accessible by both bus and MARTA trains. The aquarium includes a large food court, which has a plethora of dining options.
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