Atlanta
History Center
CityPASS saves you 45% on admission to Atlanta’s top 5 attractions.
Atlanta History Center CityPASS ticket includes general admission including the Atlanta History Museum, Smith Family Farm, and Swan House, plus the Centennial Olympic Games Museum.
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CityPASS Adult
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69
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Child 3-12
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49
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Atlanta History Center Holds the Story of Atlanta
The Atlanta History Center has been called the cultural record of Atlanta and the South. Frankly, this is a one-of-a-kind experience you could never have outside Atlanta. Plan to walk - the grounds are lovely and welcoming and the variety of exhibits is astonishing.
The High Life
Swan House, with classical columns supporting its porte cochere, a perfectly designed curving concrete staircase, gracious rooms, and terraced lawns and waterfalls gives you a peek at what it was like to be among the Southern upper-crust in the early 1900s.
Tours of the house are scheduled throughout the day. Check tour times when you arrive.
Life as a Georgia Farmer
Smith Family Farm reveals the rustic simplicity of a Georgia farmer’s home. Surrounding the house is a separate open-air kitchen, blacksmith shop, smokehouse, double corncrib, pioneer log cabin and barn. There are vegetable, herb and flower gardens.
Costumed interpreters lead tours of the house. They perform typical 19th century farm tasks to illustrate the hard-working, simple life of the time.
Gardens and Grounds
The Atlanta History Center boasts 33 acres of beautiful woodlands and gardens. Picturesque as they are, they exist not only for their beauty, but for the stories they tell of the people who shaped history on the land.
There's a quarry garden, farm garden, Asian-American garden, woods, trail, and rhododendron garden. Interpretive signs describe the use of various plants for food, medicine, clothing, shelter and ornamentation.
The American Civil War
The most critical conflict in American history gets full examination here. The Atlanta History Center holds the largest, most comprehensive collection of Civil War original artifacts in the world (more than 1,500), supported by photographs, dioramas, videos, and interactive exhibits.
Highlights include Atlanta’s Confederate flag (flown just prior to surrender), a Union supply wagon used by Sherman’s army, General Patrick Cleburne’s sword, Medal of Honor worn by a member of the U.S. Colored Troops, medical equipment and firearms.
The Centennial Olympic Games Museum
For 17 days, Atlanta was the focus of the entire world. The 1996 Centennial Olympic Games changed Atlanta forever and accelerated its transformation from southern capital to international city.
Capture the Olympic spirit in one of the world’s most significant exhibitions on Olympic sport and history featuring artifacts, photographs, multimedia presentations, interactive displays, and America’s only complete collection of Olympic torches and medals.
Shaping Traditions: Folk Arts in a Changing South
Through the generations utility combined with inspiration have created art from everyday life. In the music we sing, the stories we share, and the tools and furnishings we create, we define who we are as individuals and as a community.
Trace the unique and evolving character of Southern folk culture through handcrafted pottery, woodwork, basketry, weaving, quilting, and metalwork. Also, visitors hear folk storytelling, singing, and instrumental music.
War in Our Backyards: Discovering Atlanta, 1861-1865
August 7, 2010-Dec. 2013
Created by the Atlanta History Center, War in Our Backyards: Discovering Atlanta, 1861-1865 challenges visitors to consider their personal connections to a war literally fought our backyards. Using the latest interactive technology, historic map overlays show what battles took place where you live. See Civil War photographs of the city as they were originally meant to be seen: in 3-D in a special video experience.
Native Lands: Indians and Georgia
Through Jan. 1, 2014
This exhibit celebrates the state’s original inhabitants beginning with the Mississippian peoples and continuing with their descendants, the Creeks and the Cherokees. Native Lands is a traveling exhibition that explores Indians’ recent history and their continuing connections to Georgia through the voices of contemporary Creeks and Cherokees.
Photo credit: www.atlantahistorycenter.com
Historic Gardens at the Atlanta History Center
Spring brings beautiful blooms to the Atlanta History Center’s 7 historic gardens and trails. Beyond the History Center’s award-winning exhibitions and historic houses, visitors find a retreat into nature with a variety of flowers, wooded trails, and lush spring foliage indigenous to Atlanta.
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Atlanta History Center Details
| Location: | 130 West Paces Ferry Road, NW, in the heart of Buckhead |
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| Website: | atlantahistorycenter.com |
| Phone: | (404) 814-4000 |
| Hours: | Mon-Sat, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Last historic house tour, 4 p.m. Special holiday hours apply, Details |
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| CityPASS Admission | General admission to the South’s most interactive history museum. Includes the Atlanta History Museum, Smith Family Farm, Swan House, and 6 gardens & trails; plus the Centennial Olympic Games Museum. | ||||||||||||
| CityPASS Entry | Present CityPASS booklet or voucher at main entrance admission desk. | ||||||||||||
| Special Exhibits & Upgrades | Included with CityPASS
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| Transportation | MARTA: Take MARTA train to Lenox rail station. Transfer to Bus #23 South. Exit at corner of West Paces Ferry and Peachtree streets. Walk 3 blocks west to the pedestrian entrance. MARTA by bus: Bus #110 from the Lenox Station. Exit at the intersection of Peachtree/ W. Paces Ferry walk right on W. Paces Ferry about 3 blocks Driving: Take I-75 to exit 255, West Paces Ferry Road and follow signs. |
What is CityPASS?
- Atlanta CityPASS is a booklet of admission tickets to Atlanta’s 5 best attractions. Booklets include detailed attraction information, hours, location, insider tips and a map.
- CityPASS booklets are valid for nine days beginning with the first day of use.
- CityPASS booklet holders can skip most ticket lines. (You may encounter a line when you exchange a voucher for a booklet.)
- Choose your delivery option during checkout: Print vouchers or ship booklets.
- Look inside a CityPASS booklet
How do you use CityPASS?
- Exchange your voucher for a Atlanta CityPASS booklet at the first attraction you visit. (Skip this step if you have your booklet shipped.)
- Present your booklet at each attraction for admission.
- Each attraction will tear out or scan their ticket. Please do not pull a ticket from the booklet or it will be invalid.
- An Option Ticket allows you to choose admission to one of the two attractions offered.
What’s included with CityPASS?
CityPASS includes admission to 5 Atlanta attractions:
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Georgia Aquarium
Deepo Pass with Expedited Entry, Deepo’s 4-D Theater Admission, AT&T Dolphin Tales Show (based on availability) and admission to changing exhibits. more
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World of Coca-Cola
Timed-entry general admission and 4-D Theater, plus a complimentary keepsake bottle from the museum dedicated to the world’s favorite soda-pop. more
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Inside CNN Studio Tour
One timed-entry studio tour to journey to the heart of CNN’s global headquarters. more
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High Museum of Art
General admission and next available timed-entry admission to the Southeast’s largest art museum including next available timed-entry to all special exhibits. more
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Fernbank Museum of Natural History
General admission, all special exhibits and an IMAX film at this world class natural history museum. more
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Zoo Atlanta
General admission to see 1,000 animals, representing more than 200 species from around the world, plus an All Rides wristband. more
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Atlanta History Center
General admission to the South’s most interactive history museum. Includes the Atlanta History Museum, Smith Family Farm, Swan House, and 6 gardens & trails; plus the Centennial Olympic Games Museum. more
Customer Reviews — Atlanta CityPASS
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posted by Sharath on May-15-2012
I took my family to visit aquarium, coca cola , CNN , and Atlanta history museum using the city pass and found it very convenient in all places.We had a small baby with us and we were able to avoid all the long ques.Also we were able to cover many places in a short time span using the city pass.Additionally I was able to find all the required information in the city pass booklet.Truly amazing, I would give it a 5 *
Excellent
posted by John on May-11-2012
My wife and I each got a Citypass. I was in Atlanta for work, so on the weekend we saw the Aquarium, Coca Cola, CNN and the Zoo together. During the work week, she went to the Fernbank Museum and used my Citypass to also see the High Museum. It was a great value and we got to use every ticket!
Totally Worth It!
posted by Grace on May-10-2012
Hubby and I saved over $70 by using Citypass. In addition to just admission to everywhere you might want to visit in Atlanta, it gets you extras, like unlimited rides on the carousel and train at the Zoo and the IMAX movie at Fernbank Natural History Museum. Our son is under 2 and rode the train and carousel at the Zoo 3 times each, so that was an additional $12 savings for rides.
EXCELLENT VALUE!
posted by Germaine on May-10-2012
While in Atlanta for a long weekend I used the CityPass and thoroughly enjoyed seeing the attractions provided. Well worth the money. There was no pressure to use it all in one day so that made scheduling each day so much easier. Given the flexibility of 9 days it was very easy to add other sights and restaurants and still see the highlights of Atlanta. I would definitely purchase one again
Best deal ever!
posted by Samantha Nickell on May-10-2012
This pass is completely worth it. I don't know why you WOULDN'T buy this pass. The aquarium alone is worth the money and it's like you get into everything else for free. Everyone I went with said that by the end of the trip it felt like we had robbed someone with how low the price was. We had a blast and got to see so much! You can easily spend the entire day in one place. We also didn't have to stress about having to be all of it in one day because of leisure of having nine days to use all of the passes. I felt like a VIP in a lot of places because of the stuff that we got to do for free. Not to mention we didn't have to wait in lines because we already had tickets. Completely worth it and I would definitely buy again.
How to Buy
Buy now and, at checkout, choose to either have CityPASS booklets shipped to you or print vouchers. For payment, we accept Visa, Master Card, American Express, Discover or PayPal.
Print voucher
Print your voucher at time of purchase or later by accessing the .pdf attached to your e-mailed order receipt. All vouchers must be printed. An on-screen view of your voucher, using your mobile device, will NOT be accepted at the attractions. Once printed, you take the pre-paid voucher to the first attraction you plan to visit and exchange it for a CityPASS booklet, which contains entrance tickets to all the attractions. Exchange locations at each attraction are printed right on the voucher. Exchange vouchers within 6 months of purchase. Your CityPASS booklet's 9-day validity period will begin the day you visit the first attraction.
Ship Booklets
Having a CityPASS booklet in hand can often save you time by skipping ticket lines. We ship booklets to the continental U.S., Alaska or Hawaii, and Canada using UPS. We ship to United Kingdom using Royal Mail. Shipping costs vary by delivery type selected. You'll be shown the estimated delivery date for each shipping type during checkout. For Southern California CityPASS orders only, someone is required to sign for UPS package upon delivery.
Buy at an Attraction
Atlanta CityPASS is available for sale at all Atlanta CityPASS attractions for the same low price.
Price Details
Compare the cost of separate admission to each attraction to what you'd pay with CityPASS:
Save 45% off regular box office prices:
| Attractions | Adult Price | Child (3-12) | ||
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| Georgia Aquarium Deepo Pass, 4-D Theater, Dolphin Tales & exhibits | $39.50 | $29.50 | Ages 2 & under, free | |
| World of Coca-Cola timed entry admission | $16.00 | $12.00 | Ages 2 & under, free | |
| Inside CNN Studio Tour studio tour admission | $15.00 | $12.00 | Ages 3 & under, free; ticket required | |
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| High Museum of Art admission & all special exhibits | $18.00 | $11.00 | Ages 5 & under, free | |
| Fernbank Museum of Natural History admission, special exhibits & an IMAX film | $24.61 | $20.33 | Ages 2 & under, free | |
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| Zoo Atlanta admission and ALL rides wristband | $31.17 | $25.77 | Ages 2 & under, free | |
| Atlanta History Center admission | $16.50 | $11.00 | Ages 3 & under, free; price includes tax | |
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Total Combined Box Office Price:
CityPASS Price:
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$126.28
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$99.60
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Skip Most Ticket Lines
CityPASS booklet holders can skip most ticket lines. You may encounter a line when you exchange a CityPASS voucher for a CityPASS booklet at the first attraction you visit. Please note: Some CityPASS attractions have longer lines during holidays.
Below, find details about how to enter each attraction as quickly as possible. Keep in mind that some lines, such as security checkpoints, are unavoidable.
| Where to enter using your CityPASS ticket | |
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| Georgia Aquarium | Present CityPASS booklet inside at the scanners to skip the main ticket line. Present voucher at the Will Call window, then proceed to scanners. Next, visit the information desk or 4D Theater desk to select your 4-D show and AT&T Dolphin Tales show times. |
| World of Coca-Cola | Present CityPASS booklets at main entry arch and pass through the security screening area to begin your self-guided tour. Present CityPASS voucher at ticket window to reserve an entrance time for the next available admission; then proceed to the entry arch. |
| Inside CNN Studio Tour | Present CityPASS booklet or voucher at the Inside CNN box office, centrally located in the CNN atrium, where you will receive a time-specific tour ticket. |
| High Museum of Art | Present CityPASS booklet or voucher at Wieland Pavilion admission desk. Look for the signs: vouchers, Will Call, CityPASS to skip the main ticket line. Then proceed to the main entrance line to enter the exhibition hall. |
| Fernbank Museum of Natural History | Present CityPASS booklet or voucher at the Will Call window. |
| Zoo Atlanta | Present CityPASS booklet or voucher at the main admission gate or express entry gate. Note: express entry lines are usually shorter. |
| Atlanta History Center | Present CityPASS booklet or voucher at main entrance admission desk. |
FAQs
Find answers to questions most frequently asked about Atlanta CityPASS below. Click on the questions to show or hide answers.
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How do I know if Atlanta CityPASS is a good deal for me?
You'd get your money's worth even if you only visited three attractions. We invite you to see for yourself. Price Details displays CityPASS prices right next to full attraction admission prices and the extras you get with CityPASS. You can tell at a glance if the price and value are right for you — even if you don't visit every attraction.
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When does the 9 day validity period begin?
Purchase today and begin using your booklet any day from now until February 28, 2014. Exchange vouchers for your CityPASS booklet within 6 months from date-of-purchase.
Atlanta CityPASS tickets are valid for one-time use within nine consecutive calendar days. The first attraction you visit stamps or scans your booklet to activate the booklet's nine-day validity period. For example, if you visit the Georgia Aquarium on Monday, you have the rest of that day, plus the following eight days to use the other five tickets in your booklet.
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Are there ever any blackout dates for using CityPASS?
No, there are no black-out dates associated with using CityPASS. You're welcome use your CityPASS anytime within regular attraction operating hours. Please note that some attractions may periodically close all or a portion of their attraction for private events or due to weather conditions. We recommend contacting the attractions directly to verify availability during your travel dates.
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What is an option ticket?
Atlanta CityPASS includes two option tickets. One gives you the choice to visit either High Museum of Art OR Fernbank Museum of Natural History. The other gives you the choice to visit either Zoo Atlanta OR Atlanta History Center. No need to decide between them now – choose when you get there.
Don't miss this - your booklet contains a coupon for a special CityPASS savings to use at the attraction you don't visit using your option ticket.
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What do I do if my child is younger than the CityPASS child ticket price range?
Atlanta child booklets are priced for ages 3-12. Children under age 3 may be eligible for free or discounted admission at some attractions, however, you are often required to stand in line with them to secure a free child’s ticket. You may save money, but you will spend time in ticket lines.
See Price Details to decide whether CityPASS is a good choice for your child. Your family’s vacation experience may be improved by zipping past main ticket lines to the CityPASS entrance — even if it costs you a few extra dollars.
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What is a voucher and how do I use it?
A voucher is a one-page document that you print at the time of purchase or later by accessing the .pdf attached to your e-mailed order receipt. All vouchers must be printed; attractions will not accept an on-screen view of your voucher, using your mobile device. (At check out, you also have the option to have actual booklets shipped to you by UPS.)
Once printed, you take the pre-paid voucher to the first attraction you plan to visit and exchange it for a CityPASS booklet which contains entrance tickets to all the attractions. Exchange locations at each attraction are printed on the voucher. Keep in mind that you may encounter a ticket line when exchanging your voucher.
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Do I skip every line with Atlanta CityPASS?
The Skip the Lines tab tells you how to enter each attraction with a CityPASS booklet in hand and with a voucher to — if possible — avoid the main ticket line. We've also printed brief instructions on each ticket in your booklet to remind you where to go. Also, each attraction displays signs indicating where CityPASS ticket holders go to present their ticket booklets to avoid most entrance ticket lines. Keep in mind that these are the most-popular attractions in Atlanta and there may be lines in summer, on weekends and holidays.
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How do I know when attractions open/close and where I should start?
Planning is easier when you see all the attractions' locations and hours in one place. Click on Attraction Details to find the Location & Hours tab and more attraction information tabs designed to help you plan your trip.
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How do I buy a CityPASS if I live outside the U.S., Canada or U.K.?
International buyers will find the print-at-home voucher purchase their most efficient solution. If you prefer to wait until arrival, you will find booklets available for the same low price at every participating CityPASS attraction.
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Is it safe to buy a CityPASS from private sellers on Ebay, Craig's List or other similar entities?
CityPASS does not endorse or support the purchase of CityPASS products from eBay, Craig’s List or directly from any individual. In the event that you purchase stolen or invalid CityPASS products, CityPASS will be unable to offer any compensation
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How does shipping work for citypass.com orders?
We ship to continental U.S., Alaska, and Hawaii via UPS. Orders placed prior to 12:01 p.m. Mountain Time, Monday-Friday, will be shipped the same day. All other orders will ship the next day; orders received Friday afternoon, Saturday, Sunday or legal holidays will ship the next business day. Someone is required to sign for UPS package upon delivery. The following rates apply for a U.S. shipment of 1-14 CityPASS booklets or Southern California admission cards:
UPS Ground (Continental U.S.) $10.00 UPS 2-Day (Continental U.S.) $13.50 UPS Next Day Air Saver (Continental U.S.) $15.50 UPS 2-Day (Hawaii) $24.00 UPS 2-Day (Alaska) $25.50 Canada
We ship to Canada via UPS. Orders placed prior to 12:01 p.m. Mountain Time, Monday-Friday, will be shipped the same day. All other orders will ship the next day; orders received Friday afternoon, Saturday, Sunday or legal holidays will ship the next business day. Someone is required to sign for UPS package upon delivery. The following rates apply for a Canadian shipment of 1-14 CityPASS booklets or Southern California admission cards:
UPS Standard $22.75 UPS Worldwide Express Saver $31.50 United Kingdom
United Kingdom (U.K.) orders are fulfilled within the U.K. and are sent via Royal Mail. Orders placed prior to 11 a.m., Monday-Friday will ship that same day. All other orders will ship the next day; orders received on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday will ship on Monday, save for bank holidays. Note: Royal Mail will deliver to post boxes; signatures may be required for residential or commercial delivery. The following rates apply for a U.K. shipment of 1-4 CityPASS booklets or Southern California admission cards:
Royal Mail $14.00 All Other Shipping Destinations
Shipping to other destinations is not presently offered. You may purchase an e-ticket online now, print it, and exchange it for a booklet at the first participating CityPASS attraction you visit. If you prefer, wait until you arrive in the city to purchase. You will pay the same low price when you buy at any participating CityPASS attraction.
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How long does it take to receive a CityPASS by UPS? Can I track it?
You will select UPS shipping when you purchase CityPASS online, with options for delivery timing. An expected date of arrival is provided for each shipping method. By end-of-day (or first business day after weekend orders), you will receive an e-mail from UPS with a tracking number.
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Will you ship CityPASS booklets to a hotel?
CityPASS booklets purchased online in advance of travel may be directed to home, office or hotel addresses in the U.S. or Canada. We recommend that you alert the hotel to your expected delivery when you confirm your reservation.
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Can I substitute or subtract an attraction ticket?
CityPASS is a well-researched collection of the most popular and loved attractions in Atlanta and the attraction line-up may not be altered. You'll save money with CityPASS even if you only visit three attractions. We invite you to see for yourself Price Details.
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What is your return policy?
CityPASS offers a full refund, within 365 days from date of purchase from citypass.com, on unused CityPASS booklets with all tickets attached or vouchers that have not been redeemed.
Partially- or fully-used CityPASS booklets are non-refundable. No refunds or exchanges will be provided for any portion of an activated CityPASS booklet.
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When does my CityPASS expire?
Voucher: Exchange vouchers for your CityPASS booklet within 6 months of purchase.
Booklet: If you have a previously-purchased CityPASS booklet, look at the inside cover to find the expiration date of your booklet. Purchase today and begin using your booklet any day from now until February 28, 2014.
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What do I do if my CityPASS is lost or stolen?
Think of a CityPASS booklet like cash in your pocket. If lost or stolen, no refund or replacement is possible.
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What about discounts for seniors, military, students or groups?
CityPASS is already a deeply discounted collection of tickets, with significant savings for all ages and interests. In fact, CityPASS is more attractively priced than A.A.R.P. or other comparable offers. Further discounts are not available.
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Do you have a summary of the top things to do in Atlanta?
Visit our Things to Do in Atlanta page for a full list of the top things to do while you're in Atlanta.
MARTA — Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority
Enjoy unlimited rides on all MARTA buses and trains with the Visitor Pass. MARTA makes getting to Atlanta’s most popular attractions quick, easy and without all the headache of traffic.
Tickets can be purchased at any Breeze Vending Machine located in all 38 Rail Stations. All CityPASS attractions are easily accessible on MARTA. Look for specific instructions on the back of each attraction ticket in your booklet. Details: itsmarta.com or (404) 848-5000
1-Day pass: $8.50 2-Day pass: $9.50 3-Day pass: $11.50 (prices include .50 Breeze surcharge)
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| Georgia Aquarium | MARTA by Train: It's a 10-15 minute walk from the CNN Center MARTA stop on the East/West line or from the Peachtree Center stop on the North/South line. MARTA by bus: Bus #32 from the Five Points MARTA Station. |
| World of Coca-Cola |
MARTA: Stop W1 — Dome/GWCC/Philips Arena/CNN Center MARTA by bus: Bus #32 from the Five Points MARTA Station. |
| Inside CNN Studio Tour | MARTA: Stop W1 — Dome/GWCC/Philips Arena/CNN Center |
| High Museum of Art | MARTA: Take MARTA train N5 (Arts Center); Bus #101 (Midtown Tourist Loop) |
| Fernbank Museum of Natural History | MARTA: Take the East/West (blue-line) MARTA train to the Avondale Station; then board Bus #2 (Ponce de Leon). Exit at the intersection of Ponce De Leon/Clifton Road. Walk to the right on Clifton Road and Fernbank will be the first driveway on your right. Driving: Go North on Peachtree Street to Ponce de Leon Avenue and turn right. Go 3 miles to Clifton Road and turn left. Go 1/10 mile to the museum entrance and turn right. |
| Zoo Atlanta | MARTA: Bus #32, from Civic Center Station (Red/Gold Line) serves Georgia Aquarium and Zoo Atlanta. From Five Points Station take bus 32/Bouldercrest. Driving: From I-75/85 exit 246, Fulton Street. Turn right on Capitol Avenue/Hank Aaron Drive. At first light, turn left at Georgia Avenue. Cross Cherokee Avenue to enter parking lot. |
| Atlanta History Center | MARTA: Take MARTA train to Lenox rail station. Transfer to Bus #23 South. Exit at corner of West Paces Ferry and Peachtree streets. Walk 3 blocks west to the pedestrian entrance. MARTA by bus: Bus #110 from the Lenox Station. Exit at the intersection of Peachtree/ W. Paces Ferry walk right on W. Paces Ferry about 3 blocks Driving: Take I-75 to exit 255, West Paces Ferry Road and follow signs. |