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3.0 of 5 stars.
Probably my least favorite aquarium in the U.S. It's so utterly commercial -- looks more like a shopping mall with all the sponsorships (Home Depot, UPS, etc.). The sharks and whales were bad ass, but...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I'm torn, I really am. I wish I could give 2.5 stars, but I really do WANT to love the aquarium. As it is, I enjoy bringing people here because it's one of the better tourist attractions in Atlanta--...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a very nice aquarium with multiple venues / habitats to browse through at your own pace. We went during the early part of the week, so we did not see crowd issues or lines others have...
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I think it's a testament to the place when I took my 3 year old to the Aquarium and even after we had been there for 3 hours he still wouldn't let me leave. We were heading out the door and I...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The largest in the world maybe? I think the one in tenn. is better. You don't get to see every thing if you don't pay 50$ extra per person. It cost a family of 3 100$ to get in and we didn't even get...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Georgia Aquarium is nice but I just like the National Aquarium in Baltimore better! I do like the lay out of a hand that makes getting around pretty easy. I wish the Shark exhibit was open but...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is quite a huge aquarium. I think it may be the largest in North America?The entire place is organized into 5 different sections/exhibits. Once you're done with one exhibit, you're taken right...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
As an ex-salt water aquarium technician ( I was banned for eating turtle soup) I believe that, if you're going to insist on putting a fish in a tank... you should try your hardest to respect it's...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Probably one of the best aquariums in the country, along with the Monterey Bay aquarium in California. This aquarium has five main areas to view and a ton of 60 foot aquariums where you can see...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The whole Atlanta trip was worth it because I had the chance to visit the Georgia Aquarium. While the BF was busy with work stuff, I went to the aquarium by myself - it was an amazing sight!!! It may...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Definitely a wonderful aquarium to visit and bring the family to. Just always keep in mind that this is a tourist attraction so crowds are as much a part of the deal as the aquarium itself. Before I...
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The first year, I was an avid member. I went at least 20 times the first year, tapering off to about 6 visits the next year. This weekend I went and was so disappointed. First, there were dozens of...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Dear Georgia Aquarium, I have a season pass and I go there a fair amount. After the 2nd time of having to wait for people to get their stupid picture taken by your staff at the entrance, I got really...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Who knew that the Aquarium could be so much fun for us grown folks!!!!!I decided to attend Jazz Journeys, talk about a great place for a night out.... I took my place in the front row... So I could...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I don't know why I always go to aquariums and have high expectations of them. It's very similar to the one in long beach, ca but on a grander scale. It's supposedly the largest aquarium in the states...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Is everyone serious? y'all really like this excuse for an aquarium! For the investors to have spent so much money on 'the largest aquarium in the world," this is a joke! I honestly walked through the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The family & I really enjoyed this. We are big aquarium fans & this truly did not disappoint. We purchased our City Pass here & I am not sure what the rest of Atlanta has in store for us, but I sure...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Georgia Aquarium is now the largest aquarium in the world. Before it was built, the world's largest aquarium was on the island of Okinawa, Japan. As a happy coincidence (for me) this is the Ryukyu...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I am in awe every time I come here. For many reasons. First it is the largest aquarium in the world, and it lives up to that by having some of the largest and coolest animals you could ever imagine...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
you can dive in the tank !!!!reasonably priced considering that you would have to travel to 5 different parts of the world to see all the variety of species in this one tank!!!its a once in a life...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
At first, I was hesitant to pay the entry fee for this place. $27 and that does not include the 3D adventure showing. That's insanity. But as I left the aquarium, I felt that every single dollar spent...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
In June/July of 2006, I visited the Georgia Aquarium several months after it opened, and I expected a lot since I've worked at the California Academy of Sciences and visited the Monterey Bay Aquarium...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Let me begin by saying BUY YOUR TICKETS IN ADVANCE. This is Atlanta, the aquarium is a big tourist attraction, and the line outside to buy tickets is LONG. Also, very HOT (I came in July). I laughed...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I love animals, and love going to the zoo and aquariums. So I was totally excited about visiting the Georgia aquarium when it finally opened a couple of years ago (I have since visited again a couple...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
**pow!!**pop!***fzzzzzzzz!!!**BOOM!**zzzzzzrrrr**!!POW!!**cachssssssss.......!** YAY!!!! the big 200 is here!!!! Oh, the above was my mental version of fireworks. You like? So it's the 13th, my...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I waited in the scorching sun for about an hour...I was like " this @$#%#$^ better be worth it!!!" And it was...for most part! Tickets: Chaotic line/instructions. I suppose you could buy in advance...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome place. It's the largest Aquarium in the world, and the only Aquarium with four whale sharks! This is a great new spot in Atlanta. Words do not do it justice, you have to see it, to believe it!
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A fair aquarium overall, but it's overrated and over crowded.
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So, when I lived in Atlanta, I had annual passes to the aquarium since I loved so.. my favorite being sitting in front of the large glass window in Ocean Voyager and becoming lost in the wonder that...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We took our three children (ages 8, 14, 16) and had a great time. It is rather expensive but we thought our children deserved a treat. People with strollers should stay at home, I mean really, is...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have been to many aquariums around the US and this overall is the most impressive and extensive. The large tank with the whale sharks is the most impressive thing I have ever seen at an aquarium....
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
We went there to to to to many kids you could not enjoy yourself.... I do not know if they have different times that school kids have to come but, they should! This causes problems for everyone so...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went here as part of my V-day gift from the hub and I enjoyed my time there. It was during a weekday which is way better than going on a weekend. We got to walk threw each exhibit and spend as much...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It is billed as the biggest Aquarium in the world and at 6 million gallons plus some, it is impressive. I don't care if you grew up as a starfish on the beach or an otter at Monterey Aquarium,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Expensive, usually packed with tourists and children, and fairly amusement park-ish, but for someone who didn't grow up near the coast or near an aquarium, the Georgia Aquarium is impressive.Best...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My husband and I love the Georgia Aquarium and have been members since the year it first opened. A lot of people gripe about the cost of admission, but if you buy an annual pass, it more than pays...
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
::Sigh:: So so over~rated. It is way expensive. Bad enough I had to pay 10 bucks to park then I had to pay almost 100 bucks to get in with 2 kids under 12! I have to agree with the other reviews...
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Aquarium is a fun place to go and take the family or maybe out of town guests. The Layout of the place it good, it lets traffic flow nicely but people, as they are apt to do, tend to clump up in...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My kids had been here several times, but this was my first visit. I had high expectations, which is always a bad way to start anything off. My mantra has always been if you have low expectations,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I went to the aquarium not too long after it opened... Wasnt thrilled in the least. The food was over priced, the tickets were over priced, the touch tanks were not open, there were empty tanks down...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Loved it! The only other experience that I've had with aquariums was at the Tennessee Aquarium. The GA Aquarium is phenomenal compared to the one in Tennessee. I'll tell you why...Tennessee - one...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was a little skeptical of the Georgia Aquarium after having read a lot of the reviews, but I was actually really impressed with me. The price is pretty steep ($27 base price) and goes up higher if...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Absolutely, the Georgia Aquarium deserves its five stars - it is as good as an aquarium gets. It gets to 4 on scale alone (with the headline 6.2 million gallon tank), but what makes me rank it above...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ok i will be the first to admit it... i'm an aquarium snob. I mean i almost walked out of finding nemo due to an inaccuracy, so i have high expectations for an aquarium. I was very nervous about...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2009
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This is an amazing place, so colorful and magical and interesting. I wish they didn't have the mamals there - then it would be perferct. The kids love it of course.
kudzu.com - user review - 04/01/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great exhibits and animals, but paying 37 bucks plus whatever amount you have to for parking doesn't really cut it when it comes to something you would think is a packaged up gold mine for family...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
While I do appreciate the wonderful things the GA Aquarium has done for Atlanta's economy, I think their crowd management situation needs some serious work. I had friends in from out of town, we went...
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A fantastic aquarium. I'm not a frequent aquarium goer so I can't compare against the rest of them in the world, but from what I've seen, I was truly impressed.You can tell that the aquarium is kind...
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We liked the aquarium and the big tank with the whale sharks is hard to beat. But the price seems a little steep, at $27, considering how small the place is. Living in Orlando maybe I'm just spoiled...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love love love this place. Did I mention I love this place. The beluga whales are my favorite. I must say sometimes they are wayyy to crowded but I love the layout of the aquarium. I found staff to...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It was an amazing! I could sit there and watch for hours! How often do you get to touch a shark? watch huge stingrays and sharks glide above your head? come face-to-face with a beluga whale?...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I love the ocean, and I really love aquariums because it is an easy way to see the ocean. I thought the aquarium as a whole was exciting, but my walking tour seemed to go by soooo fast- especially for...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Here's the secret to visiting the Georgia Aquarium: Go early in the morning.Only a certain amount of tickets are available every hour, but visitors are not forced out when their hour is up, so as the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2009
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Had a great time at the aquarium. Would suggest it to anyone who is visiting or lives in the area. My husband and I even bought annual passes. Definite must see when coming to Atlanta.
citysearch.com - user review - 02/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The best aquarium I've ever visited.If the Boston Aquarium was 1 star (penguins, one old turtle), and the Monterey Aquarium was 3 stars (jellyfish, otters, schools, sea lions on view outside), then...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Wonderful place to go on a vacation.
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It was super crowded (of course), esp in the Summer when we were there. Lots of kids running around...complete mayhemI'd say, it's worth going for 1 visit. My fave was the beluga whale. It was crazy...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
go to the zoo.
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One of my many recognized faults is that I have high expectations, which only lead to big disappointments in the end.I guess my problem with the Georgia Aquarium was that I expected the "World's...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It's busy, it's crazy, it's stressful to get in and out, but it's still tons of fun. I'll admit to not having been to an aquarium before coming here, so take that for what you will, I don't have much...
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The Georgia Aquarium is a great place to check out if you are in Atlanta. It is pretty much your run of the mill aquarium, nothing that really wow's you other than the whale sharks they have on...
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really doubt I would have enjoyed this place very much if I had to pay a $30 admission. But as it were, our company put on an event here and we all got in for free, they provided alcoholic and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2009
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took my mom to the titanic exhibit and then roamed around the aquarium together. we had tons of fun and enjoyed the exhibit thoroughly. my mom has lived in tropical areas for many years and really enjoyed...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/27/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Bigger doesn't mean better. Heard that before, huh? That is how they get you to purchase the overpriced ticket and deal with the annoying crowds. But bigger really doesn't mean better. I have been to...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
It's a cool place to go if you've never been to an aquarium before, and the moving walkway through the surrounding tank is unique, as I understand. But I'd say the Shedd Aquarium is better and it...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Greg A. said it best.. poorly thought out and executed. I just went and was not impressed by this aquarium at all. Yeah, Whale Sharks are cool, but I feel bad for the poor buggers floating around in...
yelp.com - user review - 01/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I made my first visit to the aquarium (finally), and while it's not something I would want to do all the time, especially at over $30 per person, I had a fantastic time. I was quite impressed with the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i thought that this aquarium rocks! disregard chris c's review, all of the displays are incredible and well worth the price. there is a designated food court and 2 gift shops and no there is nobody...
yelp.com - user review - 12/31/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
We had a pretty lame time here. Very over-priced and over-crowded. Poorly designed tourist trap. They do have a couple of animals worth seeing - some big rays, beluga whales, whale sharks, etc but...
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I live in the Atlanta area and have been to the Aquarium a total of three times. My final conclusion - this is a great example of an extremely poorly designed and thought out facility. Ok, so we...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2008
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Was so excited to take my son, neice and mother to the aquarium. Other patrons were very rude and you can barely move! You are pushed and jostled and can't get to the exhibits. NOT worth $55.00 for one adult...
kudzu.com - user review - 12/29/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Ok, so I got a kick out of the aquarium because I'm a big Finding Nemo fan. My quest was to find the clown fish - which they do have, by the way! I had a good time with my flashbacks to the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/28/2008
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We were annual members for 2 years and my kids loved it! Overall we've always have a great time. There are 4 basic tours you can take, even a "petting zoo" area. The cafe has a great assortment of food, but it...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/04/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A decent-to-mediocre aquarium whose only redeaming feature are the large and rare animals they have. Nothing unifies the disjointed and unrelated exhibits. The pedestrian flow isn't very good, and it...
yelp.com - user review - 11/20/2008
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A 6.3 MG aquarium tank amazing-baluga whales and whale sharks is just a beginning of the things you can see here. It is a must see for anyone who visits Atlanta.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
luckily we had an evening event here, so everything was taken care of, and it was pretty much a private showing. excellent overall--a perfect family adventure. everyone else has covered the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was very excited when I heard about the Georgia Aquarium's grand opening in 2005. Billed as the "world's largest aquarium," it boasted over 100,000 marine animals and 500 distinct species.It only...
yelp.com - user review - 11/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It has been a long time since I had visited an aquarium (5-6 years maybe) and this by far is one of the better ones. It is very clean and absolutely incredible for children. There are so many...
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I am a huge fan of salt water aquariums and am proud to have the largest one in the world in my back yard. Everyone is very friendly that works there and they are quite knowledgable about the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2008
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As someone who has always worked in the animals 'industry', I am far more aware of what correct and pleasant conditions for caged animals are. Normally places like zoos and aquariums leave me depressed, as I...
kudzu.com - user review - 10/17/2008
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The outside of the building is beautiful. The inside is alright, but you almost feel forced to move from exhibit to exhibit.
citysearch.com - user review - 09/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A visit to the aquarium is the perfect way to spend a hot weekend afternoon in Atlanta. I definitely have to agree with Corrie N. and say that the Ocean Voyager exhibit was awesome! I could have...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
During this summer, the aquarium has been having jazz nights every Friday evening. And on the two nights I've been, the bands were actually pretty good. They used to serve alcoholic beverages during...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2008
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for being the largest acquarium in the world i think it should live up to its title. it doesn't. it's just another museum. go in, pay, walk around, look at water life, go home. it's more of a default place...
kudzu.com - user review - 08/20/2008
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Great place to take friends and family coming in from out of town. A little bit on the expensive side, but worth going to see once.
kudzu.com - user review - 08/20/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I had high hopes for this aquarium. I think bad management is the biggest culprit here. I have been to many other aquariums, including London's tiny aquarium. This one is by far my least favorite. I...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It's been years since I've been to the aquarium. I think it was my 6th grade field trip to the NJ Aquarium. It was so long ago, that I didn't really have to much to compare to. I have to say that I...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
4 stars because it is the largest in the world...I mean how can you not be blown away by how HUGE it is? The architecture/design is just plain gorgeous. The coolest part is the Ocean Voyager exhibit,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Despite my hopes for this expensive venture, I found the Georgia Aquarium excessively underwhelming. Yes, it cost a lot of money to build.Yes, it is big.Just like your neighborhood Walmart.The...
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2008
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If you go spend the money for the behind the scenes tour; it was great and very informative. Seeing the whale shark up close was amazing.
kudzu.com - user review - 08/14/2008
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Great place to take kids. I had a fun and enjoyable time at the aquarium. Please take your kids and close relatives. Price is very affordable.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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I wouldn't say that the Georgia Aquarium is the Best in the world, but I do reccommend visitors to go to compare to other aquariums in the world. It definately is a beautiful place and the cafeteria offers a...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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I was so excited when I found out that Georgia was getting an Aquarium I absolutely loved the Tennessee Aquarium. As your entering the main lobby of the aquarium your welcomed with a rush of noise. It was way...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
BEST AQUARIUM EVER. They have tons of touch pools and so many different exhibits. It's amazing. I could spend days and days here and still not get bored. Ride the little travelator through the whale...
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This space is absolutely incredible. I took my little cousin and aunt here when they came to visit from California. For some reason I had a really bad impression of aquariums, and dreaded the trip...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2008
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Lots of fish and stuff. It's cool if you're into that thing. I wouldn't have gone if someone hadn't given me tickets. But that's me. Overall, it seems like a pretty nice place for those into this sort of...
kudzu.com - user review - 07/26/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Very crowded. Overpriced. Kinda small. But it's really nice inside.
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2008
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Our family has really enjoyed the aquarium. We have a season pass with a infant and toddler. Note: avoid strolles. We use a bjorn for the infant because if you try and manuever with a stroller you can't see...
kudzu.com - user review - 07/21/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I'm so glad we have an aquarium to visit in Atlanta. It's fun, it's interesting--it could be a way more educational--and will take you under 4 hours to visit.Look for the $3 and $5 parking lots...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I, like other yelpers, can't help but compare this to my other experiences at other aquariums. Nothing beats the Monterey Bay Aquarium on the California Coast and even the small san francisco aquarium...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2008
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This is as wll executed a concept as I have seen. I have been a member of the Shedd Aquarium in Chicago and I think the one in Atlanta is equally compelling. The moving walkway with the fish swimming overhead...
kudzu.com - user review - 07/05/2008
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I would definately go back and visit the aquarium. Its worth the money. I like all the stuff there the people were friendly
kudzu.com - user review - 07/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great facility with lots of nice large windows to observe the aquatic life. It only took about an hour and a half to go through the whole facility, but there were plenty of opportunities to sit down...
yelp.com - user review - 07/04/2008
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I was told this time to go over to the Georgia Aquarium since I wasn't traveling with my dogs for a show in Atlanta this time. I was told it's suppose to be the largest in the USA. I have been to several other...
kudzu.com - user review - 07/02/2008
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This is an amazing place to learn about the sea and rivers. There are so many show rooms to see, amazing creatures, all is presented so beautifully. A little crowded on the weekends, but definitely something...
kudzu.com - user review - 06/30/2008
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This unique Atlanta attraction provided an awesome experience for out of town visitors. Go in the early morning to see more fish and less people.
kudzu.com - user review - 06/29/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
For all the size they brag about, this is the shortest aquarium visit I've ever had. It takes about an hour - there's simply not much here. It seems very little thought went into the design, and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's okay, but it don't take all day.I think if you did this place and the Coke Museum nearby it would be a fun trip. I think that the only reason others have taken all day to go through this may...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Beautiful building, great for private events, a few neat animals like sea dragons. But is it worth the headache of Atlanta traffic, paying for parking, and $37 a ticket? I don't think so, the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2008
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This aquarium amuses my grandson as tickets to this sight was what he has wanted the last 2 years for a Christmas gift. He visits about every other week with his mom and sibling so the money for a season's...
kudzu.com - user review - 06/24/2008
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The Georgia Aquarium is an amazing experience. All of the areas are so different from each other. There is so much to see!
kudzu.com - user review - 06/23/2008
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The Georgia Aquarium lives up to its name as the world's largest. I just wish it was more opened in each of the viewing rooms. The food in the food court is a little expensive. Enjoyed the aquarium experience...
kudzu.com - user review - 06/21/2008
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your kids will love all the exhibits. it can get crowded at times, but you can most times get in by walking up at the wlk up ticket area.
kudzu.com - user review - 06/16/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My review is based on comparing the Georgia Aquarium to the Tennessee Aquarium. Granted it has been a couple of years since I've gone to the one in Tennessee, but to think that I was so impressed with...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2008
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The aquarium is ok as far as the layout and the attractions, but what discourages is the cost of the food court and gift shop, forget about it. You come away like , you want me to spend this much for that....
citysearch.com - user review - 06/11/2008
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It was really nice the first time I went. The second time around kinda felt repetitious. But it was still fun.
citysearch.com - user review - 06/10/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
They say that size doesn't matter, it is the motion of the ocean. I live by this mantra (did I just admit to that?), and I think it applies to aquariums as well. Sure, it is the biggest, whoopty doo!...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2008
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I hate to disappoint ayone who is excited about going to the Georgia Aquarium, but don't expect much high entrance and food prices. The quality of animlas present is not as great as the those at the Tennessee...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I wish I was from Atlanta so I could come to the aquarium all the time! We had a blast at the World's Largest Aquarium. This place has got everything, even a food court for when you have the munchies....
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Cool, but spendy - $37 I think.Went on a hot Saturday afternoon and the place was so packed that we couldnt even move.
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2008
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I had free tickets, which was lucky, because we wouldn't have been able to afford it otherwise. I love animals and wildlife, and really enjoyed the exhibits. I was appalled at the pricing, from the admission...
kudzu.com - user review - 06/09/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Am I the only who thinks that Deepo bears a VERY striking resemblance to another VERY popular animated orange fish? I mean, even the names sound suspiciously similar... Coincidence? I think...
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2008
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This place is a must see. Be sure to bring lots of film. The only reason I have not been back is the cost.
kudzu.com - user review - 06/07/2008
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This is a great aquarium! The whales were my favorite I could've watched them all day. The penguins were great too!
kudzu.com - user review - 06/03/2008
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This is the only place where you can see Whale sharks in captivity. Huge indoor aquarium that has many hands on opportunities. Besides the whale sharks some of our favorites were the cute 3D movie and the...
kudzu.com - user review - 06/03/2008
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It's fun and fascinating the first couple of times but you have to adjust to the prices which are set for out of towners. Repeat trips are expensive.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
minus one star for the crazy lines to the automated machines that were only operating at 50% capacity (ie 2 of the 4 machines were on), the crazy line to "get searched," that all of a sudden turned...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2008
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This is one of Atlanta's newest tourist attractions and it is fabulous. I do not know a single person who has been and not loved their experience. It has really cool and animals to see.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/25/2008
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you have to go to the aquarium. it's absolutely beautiful and the exhibits are amazing! it does get crowded and, in my opinion, the tank sizes need to be bigger for the animals sake.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/25/2008
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The exhibits here surpassed my high expectations. The staff hwas very knowledgeable and helpful. I liked how it was organized, and it was a lot of fun, but a little expensive.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/23/2008
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The types of marine life at the Georgia aquarium is interesting. It is very family-oriented with many different tanks and areas with different themes. The ballroom is also very beautiful and has an up-close...
kudzu.com - user review - 05/22/2008
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The georgia aquarium is so much fun. There are all kinds of exhibits, and the staff is all knowledgeable. There are even some interactive displays where you can touch different sea life, such as stingrays.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/21/2008
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This is another venue that offers a good day trip. It's interesting for folks of all ages including the kids. Admission is a little costly.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/19/2008
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I would highly recommend going at least once or twice. Every time we go we see something that we missed the previous time. Expect long lines on the weekends.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/19/2008
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Just not that good. I'm not a big marine biologist or anything, but I've been to a few aquariums and this one, despite being HUGE, is probably the worst I've seen. Poorly designed and laid out. Its almost like...
kudzu.com - user review - 05/18/2008
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Even though it is only a few years old, the aquarium has much to see. They are starting a new program that allows a person to swim in the fish tank. A bit pricey, but someone has to pay for all the krill.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/16/2008
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I thoroughly enjoyed my one and only visit. It was very entertaining and informative. I highly recommend eveyone make the journey someday.
citysearch.com - user review - 05/15/2008
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My family really enjoyed how big it was. We really took our time to waited for the show times for the various shows. My daughter really fealt like the people telling us about the animals were really...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/13/2008
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I visited the Aquarium when my parents were in town last year. Coming from a small town they were ver impressed. The architecture of the building was amazing and the staff was freindly and very knowledgable....
citysearch.com - user review - 05/13/2008
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this place is great. there are so many different types of sea creature in this building. This is a great place to bring the family. The kids are amazed as well as the adults at all the aquarium has to offer!
citysearch.com - user review - 05/12/2008
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The aquarium was a nice place to visit with an out-of-town vistor but my family has expressed no desire in returning. We thought the Chattanooga Aquarium was more entertaining.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm torn between three and four stars. I love going to the aquarium. There's something so nice and soothing about being underwater. It's another world under da sea. The Georgia Aquarium, however...
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2008
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It's great to have such an exhibit in Atlanta. It's nice for locals and out of town guests. We try to go at least once a year.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/07/2008
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The aquarium caters to a very young crowd. My nephews loved it but my teenagers were bored. It was a very expensive day for what you get.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/07/2008
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I have checked several times but this aquarium doesn't offer a yearly family pass. The Atlanta Zoo, Tennessee Aquarium both has passes. Why not this aquarium? A pass is nice because you can go for an hour or...
kudzu.com - user review - 05/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I had the pleasure of going to the aquarium during the week and it wasn't too crowded and it was awesome. The displays and how the entire place is laid out is extremely well thought out. The exhibits...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2008
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It might be a great collection of animals, but the building is oddly arranged. It is interesting, but it makes it hard to understand and appreciate what you are seeing. The big "glass" window is pretty...
kudzu.com - user review - 05/05/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
They bill themselves as the "largest aquarium in the world", and they are correct by the number of gallons of water held within those walls. Does that equate to BETTER?? I argue it doesn't. There...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2008
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The layout is odd and designed to make you come back toward the center area, where the concessions are, after viewing each area. Most of the viewing windows are small (maybe 4'x4') and on a busy day you have...
kudzu.com - user review - 05/03/2008
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The Georgia Aquarium is great. The crowds from when it opened have relaxed and you can now have a wonderful time looking at all the aquarium has to offer. The lunch is good also. Or plan an event.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/01/2008
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I've bene to a lot of aquariums - this one blows them all out of the water. The great open layout lets you spend as much time in any section you want. They keep it interestiong and are constantly adding new...
kudzu.com - user review - 04/30/2008
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If you live here, an annual pass is worth it, otherwise it is pretty expensive. The biggest tank is pretty cool to sit in front of and just watch. Other than that, it's nothing I haven't seen in other...
kudzu.com - user review - 04/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Fan-freakin-tastic aquarium... new and beautiful. I could have watched the river otters all day. Sooo cute!Half a star down for Alycia's purse falling into the water as she attempted to pet a shrimp...
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i really enjoyed the aquarium. i was really afraid that i would be disappointed. but i had a very nice time. i loved the jelly fish, the whale shark, rays, sea horse... i was afraid to touch the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2008
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I went with three other adults at 11 am on a Monday. It was still busy with school groups but I imagine it's even more crowded on the weekends. There were some nice exhibits. I especially liked the "river"...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/23/2008
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It was great to see Atlanta get a new attraction in the downtown area. After seeing the aquarium, we strolled through Centennial Park and had a very relaxing finish to the day.
kudzu.com - user review - 04/15/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My experience with the Georgia Aquarium is probably a little different than most. I visited the aquarium as a member of a private function with catered dinner. The facility itself is huge, but I'm...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2008
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This aquarium is so cool. There is so much to see and do. My 6 month old and I were mesmerized by the Beluga Whales. We even brought a stuffed one home from the gift shop. She's two now and she still sleeps...
kudzu.com - user review - 04/09/2008
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The real draw is their two huge tanks. Other than that the rest of it is pretty standard aquarium stuff. Expensive and crowded.
kudzu.com - user review - 04/08/2008
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I love this aquarium, it has fish, and cool things to do for the whole family
kudzu.com - user review - 04/08/2008
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The big attraction is the whales and the large lifelike tanks. These were topnotch. The secondary exhibits were a little weak in comparison to established places like Shed's in Chicago. Great for kids. Very...
kudzu.com - user review - 04/07/2008
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I would highy recommend going at least once or twice or even three times. Everytime we go we see something that we missed the previous time. Expect at least 2-3 hrs. to go through...
kudzu.com - user review - 04/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a nicely done aquarium. It doesn't feel too huge because it's well laid out. There is LOTS to do to keep the kids busy - many touch tanks - the kids got a kick out of touching sea anemones,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2008
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The aquarium is a great place to explore and spend a half day at. They are constantly trying to keep things interesting by updating exhibits and bringing in new animals and fish. If you have guests from out of...
kudzu.com - user review - 04/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Me, my wife, my sister & my niece went there a while back. If it weren't so damned expensive, then it would have been absolutely great. It's worth the money one time, but unless it can be cheaper,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2008
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I wasn't impressed enough to return. I enjoyed the Tennessee Aquarium as much or more and it isn't near as much to get in.
citysearch.com - user review - 03/29/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I don't know how they can claim that they have "the biggest aquarium in the world." We went there thinking that you needed more than a day to enjoy the whole place. But, we were done in less than 3...
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I thought this was a nice aquarium....but I wasn't in agreement with all the hype. It's surprising to me that this is the biggest aquarium in the world? Is it the world....or states? We went on a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I been here six times in the past 3 months unfortunately. I've had alot of out of town family come and frankly their weren't much to show. You know the same touristy trap stuff, coke, CNN, 5 points,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Don't get me wrong. I think it's cool that the world's biggest aquarium is in the city I live in, but I left feeling a little disappointed when I visited a while back.It has a Disney feel to it. It...
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2008
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I loved going to the aquarium and thought it was nice in there, but I was a little disappointed in it. I definitely did not think it was the largest. I've been to the Tennessee one and some others, and like...
kudzu.com - user review - 03/06/2008
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I have been to this aquarium twice. I enjoyed both visits. I recommend that you make reservations. Also, do not go on a holiday weekend.
citysearch.com - user review - 03/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
As far as aquariums go, this has to be one of the best in the country. It is very well designed. The place can be jammed packed, but the design of the structure moves people along without ever...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Georgia Aquarium should be considered a wonder of the world as it houses the world's largest tank, about the size of a football field. At almost $30 for general admission I really hoped it would...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Hmm, no thanks. The largest, blah, blah, blah. Like everyone else, I drank the kool-aid. My relatives from Korea were in town and thought, hmm what does one do to entertain a group of elderly...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I thought this aquarium was great (and so did my kid-sister). The big tunnel that you walk through (as mentioned) really is awesome and the gigantic "wall" at the end of one of the exhibits made...
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
In a nutshell: this is a day care playground themed mall that sucks your wallet dry...and has a few fish to see...when you can actually get to a viewing window for two seconds. We bought a year...
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2008
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The Ga Aquarium is in a stunning building downtown. It's very convenient to pick a time and buy your tickets on-line. They will only sell a set amount of tickets for a certain time, but it still is crowded. I...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/07/2008
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Went on a 4th of July weekend. Kids were everywere. Lines too long and the exhibits were average. Go on a week day )non holidya) and will be better expereince. Cafes and eateries are too expensive. Really...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/06/2008
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I love to go to places like this. All of the fish were exotic and interesting. I also learned so much info about whales, sea otters and other aquatic animals. I especially enjoyed the tunnel where the fish...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/06/2008
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I really enjoyed the GA Aquarium. It was still pretty crowded, even after all this time and that was frustrating. I would recommend going on an off time. There are definitely some interesting things to see...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/29/2008
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This place is amazing for the young and old!! Although it's a little crowded, it's a great way to see all kinds of unique marine life, especially the Beluga Whales! I love them! If you want the whole family to...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/26/2008
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Finally got down to the new aquarium. Even better than I expected. The exhibits were amazing and very well displayed. The main viewing area had lots of seats to encourage lingering and enjoying. There were...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/16/2008
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We had a season pass for the year, and loved going every time. I think we probably went 6-8 times. The exhibits are beautiful, and the place is designed well to move the traffic through each of 5 different...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/16/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The Georgia Aquarium was built and financed (I believe) by the founder of Home Depot, and it shows. Most of the building and exhibit material is straight from the shelves of Home Depot's "Sorry! I...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's the largest aquarium in the world, how could it not be amazing?They have Whale Sharks, Beluga Whales, Giant Octopi, Penguins, Japanese Spider Crabs, River Otters and zillions of beautiful and...
yelp.com - user review - 12/25/2007
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We made sure to get tickets online so that we wouldnt have to stand in line. We still had to wait but not too long. It wasnt too crowded when we arrived, but as the day went on , it seemed you could barely...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/02/2007
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This is a great place for the whole family, your mind will drift into another world of sea life and how fish of all kinds survive with one another, this is very educational for the whole family, its a must...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/27/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I can't believe this place! It was the first time I got to see whale sharks which my husband loved, but I spent about 30 minutes just watching the belugas swim like they were in a ballet. This place...
yelp.com - user review - 11/21/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I was involved in the recruiting of volunteers for the Aquarium way back when, so when they opened I didn't rush out to see it as I had an "insider" look at how it would be organized. The Aquarium at...
yelp.com - user review - 11/20/2007
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After all the hype, the aquarium wasn't all it was cracked up to be! The exhibits were kind of boring and the beluga whales were in heat...and it was OBVIOUS (and I had my daughter with me so I had some...
kudzu.com - user review - 11/07/2007
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I liked the aquarium ok I guess. I expected a lot more since it's the largest in the world. It is nice, but just not quite what I expected. I enjoyed the aquarium at the Atlantis resort in the Bahamas and the...
kudzu.com - user review - 11/07/2007
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I was impressed with the aquarium, good variety, the tank with the whale sharks was amazing, if I worked downtown I'd have an annual pass and sit there on my lunch break. Highly recommended (although I haven't...
kudzu.com - user review - 11/07/2007
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I absolutely love the Georgia Aquarium! It is a nice oasis sitting in the middle of downtown Atlanta! I have been an annual pass holder since the Aquarium opened and have not been disappointed with any of my...
kudzu.com - user review - 11/07/2007
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It is about 2-3 year old therefore nice. But it is not as big as people said. I imagined there would be more fish on display but I was a little disappointed. But some fish are really cool. I like the Sea...
kudzu.com - user review - 11/07/2007
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We've got the annual pass every year since they opened. We don't make it usually more than once a year, but it's still worth it. It's fantastic to see the Beluga Whales and Whale Sharks and other species you...
kudzu.com - user review - 11/06/2007
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Great attraction, many lovely exibits but the ticket prices were a bit much. The staff was helpful except for one person, that was rather rude.
kudzu.com - user review - 11/05/2007
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The Aquarium is a wonderful place to take your children and see all the wonderful sea life. However, it is quite crowded and not as enjoyable fighting to see the sights. I have been several times and I have...
kudzu.com - user review - 11/05/2007
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The Aquarium is nice but ONLY go if you can find an off time to go. Going during a busy time really kills the experience and makes it NOT worth it at all. I expected more of the Aquarium from all the hype so...
kudzu.com - user review - 11/01/2007
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I love the aquarium but hate the crowds. Try to get there EARLY on a weekday. They have the largest tank in the world and it is absolutely amazing to see in person!
kudzu.com - user review - 10/26/2007
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Very exciting, children love it. You have to see it to believe it.
kudzu.com - user review - 10/25/2007
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The secret to going to the Georgia Aquarium is to go in the morning--while only a certain amount of tickets are available every hour, visitors are not forced out when their hour is up, so as the day wears on,...
kudzu.com - user review - 10/23/2007
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The Georgia Aquarium was an enjoyable family experience, but after all the hype, I was somewhat disappointed. I expected more varieties of sea life. It didn't take as long as I expected to tour the entire...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/21/2007
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I really enjoyed the aquarium. It was very crowded the first time I went and not as crowded the second time. The interaction with some of the animals is cool. I saw species of animals that I didn't even know...
kudzu.com - user review - 10/18/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
OK, the Georgia Aquarium was cool, it really was...but it would have been a whole lot cooler if I was 5. That basically sums up my experience at the Georgia Aquarium, the Beluga whales are pretty...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2007
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This place is absolutely amazing! I've had an annual pass for two years and still look forward to taking new people there. It's a different experience every time. The people who work/volunteer there are always...
kudzu.com - user review - 10/02/2007
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Sit in the dark room and watch the fish, whale sharks etc swimming by, mesmerizing -- my 11 month old sat there enraptured!
citysearch.com - user review - 09/25/2007
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As a charter member of the Georgia Aquarium, I have a right to be proud. In over 40 years of travel, I have been to over 35 aquariums around the world! The Georgia Aquarium is beyond compare! Visit and be...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/25/2007
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Kids will be blown away at all the different types of fish that are there. Its a great place to visit if your out of town or just a rainy day to do something educational with the kids instead of sitting around...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/25/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Although I hate to say it, it was the best aquarium I've ever been to. Sorry Coney island Aquarium, but it just can't compete with this billion-dollar aquarium. It's just so big with so much to do,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Awe-Inspiring Aquarium...making Waves!Making a big splash and waves in Downtown Atlanta. Finally! After patiently waiting an entire year, my birthday treat to myself was the awesome experience of a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This Aquarium definitely has the wow-factor. Everyone comes wanting to take photographs, even yours truly. The lines do move quickly for the largest aquarium in the world, however - go during an off...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I didn't expect much from the aquarium, but I was still disappointed in it. The staff was rude, absolutely everything was crowded, the animals are in overcrowded or too-small tanks, and like someone...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went to the Georgia Aquarium on a recent business trip. I've heard a lot about the whale sharks and wanted to see them. They were incredible. It's a little sad that these huge creatures are in a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2007
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I've been to the aquarium twice. Once on a weekday in April and once on Easter Sunday. The first visit (weekday) was pretty busy. We got the earliest ticket slot available. The first hour or two the aquarium...
kudzu.com - user review - 08/20/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
a disgrace from the crap architecture to the rude staff to the long lines to the overcrowding to the mall-food-court vibe to the corporate sponsorship of every square inch of the building.your mileage...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I cringed when I first heard the city of Atlanta was planning a multi- million dollar fish facility to encourage more visitors to spend money downtown. For years I've been perfectly happy to take a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2007
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Of course the Aquarium is wonderful and the whale sharks are awesome...but the crowds are terrible. We got season passes and simply go late when the crowd is thinner (or go on a week day early) and stay for...
kudzu.com - user review - 07/20/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Friends were coming in town for a visit and specifically wanted to go to the Aquarium so I booked us a time on Saturday (2pm). Our wait to get in was minimal but once we were inside?! Wow! There...
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love animals.Take me to the zoo, and I will stare at the pandas, talk to the warthogs (they need friends, people, come on now), and watch the monkeys for hours, especially if there's baby ones....
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The aquarium is obviously a popular place in Atlanta. Arthur Blank knew what he was doing when he invested a large amount of money into this indoor habitat for aquatic creatures. I actually got to...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When Home Depot co-founder Bernie Marcus announced he wanted to spend a portion of his millions building an Aquarium for Atlanta, something that would draw tourists from miles around, and a place for...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Get there early, we arrived around 9:00ish on a Saturday morning, and you won't have to deal with quite as many people. If we had gotten there at 11:30, which is when we left, the line was long and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have visited several public aquariums in my life, but this one by for is my favorite. I have visited 6 or 7 times and the last visit was the best, the mass of people are dieing down and it is a lot...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The largest aquarium in the world...In Atlanta Ga...Wow, who would have thunk it?I went here last week with work @ the company's expense...And all in all, I had a great time. It was my first time...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Everybody should visit the new Georgia Aquarium once or twice. It's not perfect by any means, but affords some pleasant moments. The one viewing room that features a mammoth wall where you can watch a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Sure, it is a big aquarium, but most of it is just negative space. I'd recommend waiting until they are completely done with building the place until visiting. I admit it is a great place for kids(...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2007
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Frankly, drive 2 hours north to Chatanooga and see their aquarium instead. The visit cost us $48 for the two adults, and $54 for 3 children, $10 for parking. That doesn't include eating and of course, every...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/20/2007
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Yes it was crowded, but that's because it's really nice and they have a lot of awesome exhibits. People complain about the crowds a lot, but what great attraction doesn't have crowds? You just have to get over...
kudzu.com - user review - 06/16/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Man this place is great! I thought I'd wait until it had been open for about a year before I'd even think about dealing with crowds. I went there and was truly impressed. And believe me, that's not an...
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2007
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Anyone who enjoyed this Georgia Aquarium obviously needs to get out more. First of all, largest viewing screen certainly does not mean world's largest aquarium. That is terrible false advertising. The aquarium...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What a fun experience. This place doesn't disappoint. Parking next door in the garage was easy to find, albeit a bit pricey in my opinion. That whole "no gum" rule was a bit weird to me. You...
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2007
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Save yourself a walk from parking garage by parking in 1 of the private parking lots across from aquarium. Parking lot & private parking lots are $10, so why have a long walk. Place has a mall feel to it. More...
kudzu.com - user review - 05/06/2007
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It has been touted as the largest indoor aquarium in the world. My family had been to 2 other indoor aquariums in the US, and frankly, I like the other 2 better. Maybe because the others were less crowded and...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is the largest sushi restaurant in the world, and boasts an unparalleled selection of 500 tasty delicacies; I am so proud that one of the founders of Home Depot decided to get into the restaurant...
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2007
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I have been to the Adventurer Aquarium (formerly the NJ State Aquarium), the Baltimore Aquarium, and years ago we visited the Mystic Aquarium in Conneticut as well as multiple SeaWorld trips. This one in...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/17/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I visited this aquarium over Labor Day weekend last year with a group of friends...all of us on a c i d. We could not have picked a better place in ATL to romp through in that condition.Sure it was...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One of the best aquariums I've visited thus far. Minus one star for being so crowded. Definitely recommend buying tickets in advance. We arrived at 12 p.m. but had to wait until 2 p.m. since the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ever since I moved here I've said that the only thing missing in Atlanta is water. Well the city went and did the next best thing to putting a hole in the middle of the city making a man made lake....
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The Georgia Aquarium Haiku ReviewSo many fish thatI have to wonder: Is itwrong to crave sushi?
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
It's a beautiful aquarium. But it's surprisingly small and even a year after the grand opening must still strictly limit the number of people who can enter at one time. Make sure you buy your...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The biggest aquarium in the world is surprisingly fast to get through. I've never been accused of not taking my time to look at fish, and we were done with our trip thru the place in about 3hrs. I...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm told the best time to visit the aquarium is at the end of the day. But there's really no avoiding the crowds. The Georgia Aquarium is the hottest ticket in town.And it's the biggest aquarium in...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2007
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My first visit to the aquarium was not crowded. I came because I thought it would be a hub of fun for my family (2 kids). This was a very over hyped experience. There is only one interesting exhibit and the...
kudzu.com - user review - 01/13/2007
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I have been to the aquarium several times, and just got an annual pass for this year. I live in Marietta, and drive in once a week with my 1 year old. We arrive as it opens, and go to the large underwater tank...
kudzu.com - user review - 01/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I recently had the opportunity to take my son to this amazing aquarium. At the time of this review, his age is one. This attraction was brilliant in it's design in that it provides floor to ceiling...
yelp.com - user review - 01/11/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to the Aquarium three times, once for an amazing private party in the ballroom with access to all the exibits. Once with my parents, and another time with friends. Which do you think was...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The aquarium really is nice. The beluga whales are awesome, i really could watch them for hours. I went on a Wednesday in the middle of the day and the place was still crowded. I definately would...
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2007
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A miserable experience for the whole family. Poorly designed. Overcrowded to the point of not being able to view the exhibits. Rude staff. Poor layout. Total disregard for the visitor experience.
kudzu.com - user review - 01/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was very impressed with the whale shark tank, the tropical reefs exhibit - the sea nettles are gorgeous; it's impossible to take a bad photo of them, the garden eels and pharaoh cuttlefish were very...
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Of all the aquarium's I've been to, this was the only one that lacked the awe factor. I get what they're trying to do & I'm going to excuse them because of their new-ness but really where were the big...
yelp.com - user review - 12/12/2006
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This aquarium is nothing short of what an aquarium should be. It has fun, child friendly exhibits, interactive sections, and you can view things which you can't see anywhere else. I recently went to the Shedd...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/29/2006
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Making a big splash and waves in Downtown Atlanta. Finally! After patiently waiting an entire year, my birthday treat to myself was the awesome experience of a life-time...the georgia aquarium. The lines to...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/27/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Fish...but not for eating. Which is nice, yet leaves me hungry.I hit up the GA Aquarium during its opening weekend. Crowds were crazy, but it was worth it to see all the exhibits for the first time....
yelp.com - user review - 11/08/2006
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Great selection of marine life! The whale shark exhibit is amazing. The crowds turned me off, though. Too many people makes it hard to see the exhibits. Something needs to be done about the number of people...
kudzu.com - user review - 11/07/2006
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The Georgia Aquarium has some amazing marine life which cannot be seen elsewhere. Great for taking visitors from out of town. However, we're going to buy annual passes to the Chattanooga aquarium next year...
kudzu.com - user review - 10/10/2006
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Okay, first of all, I don't understand all of the negative reviews. My husband took me to the aquarium last Saturday. I fell in love with it. I talked him into buying anual passes. The whales were amazing, as...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/08/2006
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We went and were a bit disappointed - yes the displays are great, but with the layout and number of visitors, it is hard to see them, you cannot linger to study, and it does not seem as big as it is billed to...
kudzu.com - user review - 10/05/2006
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Beautiful and interesting aquatic creatures from all over the world. Presentation is generally excellent, though noisy crowds and unruly children diminish the serenity of the exhibits.
kudzu.com - user review - 10/04/2006
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We (2 adults) went there in Spring, during the week, not during the holiday or spring break time, and the early morning! It was great! There was no line for the entrance, security check or any exhibit. By...
kudzu.com - user review - 10/01/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i love it!
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2006
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What a disappointment. The Aquarium boasts that it's the world's largest. Maybe the world's largest crowds. It's painfully obvious that they are trying to recoup construction costs by overpacking their...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/04/2006
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Prior to going to the Aquarium, we read some of the reviews. At the time, those reviews were mostly negative. Despite those reviews, we decided to take our 5 year old grandson when he came to visit. We are so...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/04/2006
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I was dissapointed in the Georgia Aquarium. I guess with all the hype, I had high expectations only to be let down. It was TOO crowded and my kids could not see half of the exhibits. The lay out isn't the...
kudzu.com - user review - 08/24/2006
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This is one of the most AMAZING and BEAUTIFUL beautiful places I have ever been to. True, it is a little crowded but if you are patient and go expecting to wait a little at each exhibit, you will have no...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/19/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I'm really quite torn and there are plenty of other reviews to read so I'll leave it at this:Pros- Beautiful exhibits with attention paid to different viewing perspectives i.e. walls of water,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2006
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I had such high expectations, my kids have seaon passes from their grandparents and I wanted to be blown away. Instead, I was mildly disappointed. The attendance policy is in constant revision because of the...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/15/2006
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We have visited the aquarium several times since it opened and found the facility to be beautiful and the variety of fish amazing. The food court area has a wide variety and the food is delicious! There are...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/14/2006
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The Georgia Aquarium has been hyped in the local Atlanta media for over a year now. So with much anticipation, we just made our first visit last week. The place is amazing, however the crowds are just so thick...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/08/2006
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I hope this gets better over time because I would love to go back and give it one more chance. The problem that I had was that it was so crowded that my 2 kids had a hard time seeing anything and I had a hard...
kudzu.com - user review - 08/06/2006
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Doesn't quite live up to all of the hype. I think it would be wise to invest in the behind the scenes tour to get the full benefit. The best part was my 3 year old niece calling the whale sharks her...
kudzu.com - user review - 08/04/2006
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They let way too many people in the aquarium for it to be an enjoyable experience. Some of the exhibits were nice, but Chattanooga, or Charleston were better in terms of atmosphere. I guess we set our...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/10/2006
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We have been patiently waiting for years for the world's largest aquarium to open. Now that it has, large unruly crowds have kept me away. I have a Season pass that I have used one time this year. The place is...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/30/2006
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The largest aquarium? I didn't notice an abundant lack of space - there were TOO MANY people! You could barely get close enough to view many of the exhibits. The placards with fish names - many weren't even...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/19/2006
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georgia gets this great gift of a free aquarium. and not only over charges to get in...they cant even make a proper brochure to advertise it....ie see welcome centers. of course it is a food court mall with...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/16/2006
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The Aquarium is more hype than anything. If you have previously been to Sea World, the Tampa Aquarium or even the one in Monaco, you will think this one is not worth the effort. There are way too many people...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/13/2006
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I'm not sure why so many people are knocking the aquarium. Perhaps they have gone during Holiday periods or on weekends... I agree crowds can be a problem, but that is a testament to how incredible this place...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/12/2006
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This place is very nice if you can stay there the whole day. The price to stay for one hour is 22 dollars, which is NOT worth it!! Believe me.. You have to wait at least 20 minutes to go through an area to see...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/04/2006
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Seriously, it felt like a fish mall. Everything was based around the food court. I think they decided to just build a place for people to have proms and such, and decided fish would be a neat back drop to such...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/04/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Visit: 3/12/2006Pretty amazing. Lots of good exhibits with sea mammals like otters, belugas, etc. Some neat design outside the water especially around in the Georgia section. The layout is...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2006
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Last Visited: May 6, 2006. I was disappointed. I was hoping to see something unbelievably gigantic. For US standard, GA Aquarium is a shame, please stop putting the word 'The largest in the World' or whatever...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/08/2006
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ridicuous crowds of loud busload tour groups (i went on a wed. afternoon) clog the bottleneck halls between aquarium windows filled with (besides the beluga whales, which were very cool) pretty sad exhibits...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/26/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It would totally get a 5 based on all of the wonderful and amazing things they have to see there; if it weren't for the patrons!!! Seriously, before you even get in the car to get there, you better...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It's a beautiful addition to Atlanta. No doubt about it. But, asking a girl from theme park land (Orlando, FL) about the aquarium is like asking you to compare me to Cindy Crawford.The main layout...
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Our tickets were for 9am but we got there around 9:30. I am not exaggerating when I say that even at that hour of the morning, the Aquarium is a madhouse. School groups, tourists, you name it, the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Everywhere you turn, you see joyful faces upturned, gasping in awe. The huge Underwater Adventure tank (with a plexiglas tunnel beneath it, so that you look up as rays and whale sharks pass over your...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yes, the hype is worth it. This was one of the more memorable events from my recent visit to ATL. The layout reminds me of a mall, but it works well here. Each exhibit is well done, appealing to...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A bit pricey but great fun.The Beluga whales are wonderful. I will go back just to see them again.Skip the movie if you don't have kids with you. Save your money for lunch or something else. IMHO...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Simply a must see. The layout is exceptional and even with the crowds very easy to navigate around the aquarium.
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
so i was here on opening day and amazingly, braving the crowds was worth it!see it for yourself! it is a truly awesome aquarium!note: the high price tag is worth it though, if i lived there, i'd...
yelp.com - user review - 11/28/2005
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