The 10 Best Zoos & Aquariums in Georgia, Georgia

Yellow River Wildlife Sanctuary has been a iconic destination for Georgians for almost 60 years. Providing a chance for young and old to get very close too and learn about many of Georgia's native and not so native animals right outside Atlanta. Check out our black bears playing in the waterfalls. Feed and help brush down barn yard animals like goats, sheep and Ferdinand the huge but lovable steer. Sit in with the bunnies in the bunny yard. Feed American bison if you dare. Hang out with lovable Lemurs and Spider Monkey and have a howling good time with the coyotes. When you are all done, take a crack at gem mining that any rock hound would love.

Georgia Aquarium is the world's most magical aquarium. Situated near Centennial Olympic Park and World of Coca-Cola in downtown Atlanta,Georgia, Georgia Aquarium offers its guests an experience like no other. Across six separate galleries, with more than 70 amazing habitats, 10 million gallons of water and thousands of species of marine animals, guests will marvel at, learn about and come to better understand such majestic aquatic animals as whale sharks, manta rays, dolphins, beluga whales, sea otters, African penguins and thousands of species of exotic fish and other animals. The spectacular AT&T Dolphin Tales show combines incredible natural animal behaviors with dynamic theatrics, a Broadway-inspired musical score and a compelling story, which together underscore the connection between humans and the animal world. The animated "Deepo's Undersea 3D Wondershow," for all ages, tells an entertaining but important story about conserving and protecting animals and their natural environment. Cafe Aquaria offers delicious sandwiches, salads, pizza, pasta and delectable desserts. Two gift shops give visitors the chance to take home a treasured collectible. Special animal encounter programs offer the chance to go behind the scenes and come face-to-face with dolphins, sea otters and penguins. Guests can even swim or dive with whale sharks and manta rays in the world's largest aquarium habitat (at 6.3 Million gallons), Ocean Voyager built by the Home Depot. And an onsite parking deck immediately adjacent to the aquarium means quick, easy-to-find and affordable parking.

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Alligators To Zebras! Over 400 animals, 2 attractions in one! Come visit a working farm with over 200 rare breed and miniature farm animals. Feed, pet and learn more about animals from mini pig,cows,goats to water buffalo and camels. Take a guided Wildlife Walk to get up close and personal with a variety of exotic animals such as Lemurs, Cougars, Kangaroos, monkeys, Wolves and more! Other options include animal shows, camel encounters, pony rides and more!

Viewed as one of the finest zoological institutions in the U.S. and a proud accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), Zoo Atlanta has a mission to inspire value and preservation of wildlife through a unique mix of education and outdoor family experiences. From well-known native wildlife to critically endangered species on the brink of extinction, the Zoo offers memorable close encounters with more than 1,000 animals from around the world. Zoo highlights include giant pandas, including Ya Lun and Xi Lun, a set of twins born to Lun Lun on September 3, 2016; one of North America’s largest zoological populations of great apes; and a global center of excellence for the care and study of reptiles and amphibians. Scaly Slimy Spectacular: The Amphibian and Reptile Experience, featuring more than 70 species in a 111,000 square-foot complex, is the world’s first LEED Gold-certified reptile and amphibian exhibit.