The Georgia Aquarium is a popular tourist attraction at 225 Baker Street NW near multiple MARTA stations. Animals include sharks, whales, a large variety of fish, penguins and sea otters. Special events and meetings also take place here throughout the year including Sips Under the Sea cocktail parties.
Two MARTA stations are within a 15-minute walk of the Georgia Aquarium:
Peachtree Center Station
Take a red or gold line train to the Peachtree Center MARTA station and follow the signs pointing to Harris Street exit from the train platform. Exit the fare gates and follow the signs again to Peachtree Street West. At street level turn left on Peachtree Street then left again on Baker Street. The aquarium is about three blocks away (see walking map). The area is generally safe with office buildings in the surrounding area. The walk there is downhill, and there will be a decent incline on the walk back.
Dome Station
Take a blue or green line train to Dome/GWCC/Philips Arena MARTA station and use the Philip’s Arena exit to leave the station. Turn left at the top of the tall escalators to walk almost completely around Philips Arena, turning right in front of the Georgia World Congress Center. The road leads into Centennial Olympic Park. Walk straight through the park to reach the aquarium.
Helpful Tips
- The World of Coca-Cola, Imagine It! Children’s Museum, Centennial Olympic Park, Game-X and the College Football Hall of Fame are nearby attractions.
- Get discounted admission to Georgia Aquarium with the Atlanta CityPass.
- MARTA trains operate every 20 minutes on the weekend. Use the MARTA on the Go app for real-time train arrivals to plan your return trip.
More Information
Top 10 Tourist Attractions Near MARTA
MARTA Destination Guide
MARTA Trip Planning Options
