I visited Houston this summer and found seeing the highlights of the city was easier when I used a CityPASS. The pass allowed me to see five attractions at a significant savings. When I realized that I could use a CityPASS in Atlanta, practically my own backyard, I decided this would be great to spend time with the kids while only having to make day trips. Using the pass saved 42% of the total combined purchase price to fun, family friendly activities, but it had other advantages as well.
- The CityPASS allowed us to bypass long ticket lines with expedited line service. I think the longest we had to wait was five minutes.
- The passes can be purchased online or at any participating attraction. Personally, I would recommend online because then you wouldn’t have to stand in line anywhere.
- The CityPASS is good for nine days after the first use, making it easy to schedule and plan the visits. Because several of the attractions are within walking distance of each other, it’s possible to plan to visit these attractions on the same day, saving time and parking fees.
- CityPASS includes extra perks for several of the attractions and all taxes.
Here are the Sites we were able to see using our pass:
World Of CocaCola—This is a walk through time of the history of Coca-Cola, with general admission to all exhibits and the 4D theater. At the end of the tour be sure to pick up the complementary bottle of Coca-Cola. It’s the real thing!
Inside CNN Studio Tour—provides a detailed look at the behind the scenes world of broadcast journalism. If you are like me, you will not have realized how much effort goes into producing a show. And, you might be lucky enough to watch the taping of a live show!
The Georgia Aquarium—We were able to view all the exhibits, the AT&T Dolphin Tales show, Deepo’s 3D Wondershow, and admission to special exhibition.
Zoo Atlanta— We were able to view 1000 animals, over 200 different species, and also received all rides wristbands, allowing us to participate in rock climbing and ride the train and carousel.
Although we chose the Zoo, history buffs could have chosen the Atlanta History Center and Margaret Mitchell Home. I would have loved to see this one; the exhibits included the Atlanta History Museum, Smith Family Farm, Swan House, gardens & trails, and the Centennial Olympic Games Museum.
Fernbank Museum of Natural History—An interactive museum that is fun for all ages. Adults will enjoy the walk through time in Georgia and younger children will like Nature Quest, a hands on section for kids to explore. We were also able to take in an Imax film that was covered by our pass and special exhibits.
Art Lovers could choose to visit the High Museum of Art instead.
CityPass is available for eleven cities around the US and Canada. As my money saving husband stated, “CityPass is the way to go if you want to see the highlights.” I will be providing detailed reviews of each of the five exhibits to help give you a taste of Atlanta.
I always wondered if the city passes were worth the cost – looks like it!
Oh I love getting the opportunity to tour everything in the city with a City Pass! I did the same thing in Chicago and San Diego, and it was a ton of fun!
You got to see a lot of great places for a great savings! I definitely want to go to Atlanta now – I’m a huge Coke fan so I’d love to go to the museum!
What an easy way to see the important places of city in less! I’ve never been to Atlanta and oh boy, I’m a big fan of Coca Cola and I had no idea that there’s something related to it’s history, a whole wicked museum!
I love Atlanta but I’ve only been a few times and I’ve never been to any of these places. This has got me and my husband sitting here thinking about it now! We would definitely want this pass!
I love that you were able to use the citypass to bypass the long lines and see the attractions quickly. That makes a big difference when you are traveling with kids.
I love cities that offer the city-pass. It is a great way to save money and see multiple attractions. I haven’t been to Atlanta yet but I am happy to know they off this. If I ever go there with my family we will certainly get it.
cool! someday I might just go there and i will try that pass 🙂
Lots to see, how awesome. I’ve never been but have heard and seen it’s a day’s full of activity
I’ve been to the Aquarium there and it is the nicest one that I’ve ever been to! I’d love to get a CityPASS and check out the other fun things to do in Atlanta. My son is 3 years old and this seems like the perfect idea for a mini vacation for us!
I have never heard of this, what am much cheaper and more efficient way to travel in a city!
Now I have to check if those are available in other cities. That is a great idea. Thanks for sharing Atlanta with us. I have only driven around the city when we moved from FL to Seattle. Love the pics!
I’ve never been to Atlanta but this surely sounds like something I will need to invest in if I ever decide to pay Atlanta a visit. Thanks for sharing.
Woah so many great places to visit .
Like DC the way to travel in Atlanta is by public transportation. I have not been in either city but friends who live there, say it’s the only way to go.
I traveled by public transit in Germany and Italy. Much easier.
I love the idea of a CityPASS! I’ll have to keep that in mind the next time we visit Atlanta; I would love if such a pass existed here in Charlotte. I hope it’s something that catches on and comes here!
Oh how nice. I am always into saving money. Too bad they are not available in my rural area. I would have love to visit the CNN tour and World Of CocaCola. Maybe when we visit friends we should make the time to tour World Of CocaCola.
Oh wow some awesome places to visit in Atlanta. If I’ll ever get to the US, this is one destination that I can’t leave out, especially that I have two online friends who live here. What a beautiful place it seems to be!