Georgia Aquarium

Georgia Aquarium

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The Georgia Aquarium is the world's largest Aquarium. Interactive exhibits thrill all ages, you are sure to have the experience of a lifetime. From the majestic beluga whales to the world's largest fish, the diversity and size of the Georgia Aquarium is breathtaking. In addition to whale sharks, hammerhead sharks, and sand tiger sharks, there are more than a dozen different species of sharks lurking in the Aquarium's waters. While sharks thrill guests, the jellies, huge coral reef and sea dragons dazzle even the most veteran seafarer. Guests can even touch bonnethead sharks and cownose rays.

With new animals, exhibits and programs, there's always something new at the world's largest Aquarium. Beyond the relaxing experience of the Aquarium, guests can upgrade for a truly special experience. The Aquarium is the only place in the world where you can swim or dive with whale sharks.

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In Short
Shaped like an ark and situated on Centennial Olympic Park, the Georgia Aquarium is a state-of-the-art facility that contains 8 million gallons of water and houses 100,000-plus animals. Home Depot cofounder Bernie Marcus donate $200 million to create the world's largest aquarium and the impressive exhibit has become a centerpiece for Downtown. The innovative aquarium features 500 species from around the world and is mapped out into five Disney-like exhibit sections that are a little cheesy for adults but perfectly entertaining for youngsters. The Ocean Voyager exhibit boasts an all-encompassing, tunneled-viewing section that shows whale sharks, stingrays and hammerheads from diver's viewpoint. At the Cold Water Quest, scope exotic Arctic creatures like a giant Pacific octopus, Japanese spider crabs, California sea lions and Beluga whales. Do yourself a favor and avoid holiday visits, as families crowd this tourist haven to a claustrophobic point.