The Atlanta CityPASS® Tourist Card; all you need to know

If you're visiting Atlanta and are interested in the Atlanta CityPASS®, read this article to learn everything you need to know about the Atlanta CityPASS®.

María Cano

María Cano

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The Atlanta CityPASS® Tourist Card; all you need to know

Atlanta, GA, USA | ©Brad Huchteman

You're going on a trip to Atlanta and you've heard about the Atlanta CityPASS® sightseeing pass. Now you're probably wondering how it works, what's included, and how recommended it is for you. It is normal that these questions arise, there are many fun things to do in Atlanta and you want to make the most of your visit to the city.

Do not worry, in this article I tell you everything you need to know about this tourist pass so you can decide if it is made for you or not.

The best option to get to know Atlanta

Atlanta CityPASS® Tourist Card

A tourist pass with which you can visit Atlanta and its main monuments.

You can always carry it on your cell phone and discover the main tourist sites and attractions in Atlanta with a great discount on your tickets.

The Atlanta CityPASS® is a tourist pass with which you can visit the main attractions and monuments of the city with a considerable discount on the price per ticket. In addition, one of the great advantages of this pass is the flexibility it gives you when traveling.

From the moment you make your reservation, you'll have a full year to use the Atlanta CityPASS®. Once you activate it for the first time, you will have nine days to use the rest of the tickets.

Recommended if you are traveling to Atlanta for the first time and want to get to know the city without spending a lot of money.

How much does the Atlanta CityPASS® cost?

Money in Euros| ©Pixabay
Money in Euros| ©Pixabay

Atlanta CityPASS® has an average price of 90 euros per person. Although the price may vary depending on age. Children under the age of 13 receive a discount on their ticket price. Thus, the cost is reduced to approximately 71 euros. In addition, children under 3 years old have free admission.

Booking this experience, you will save around 44% of your visit to Atlanta, since buying tickets to the attractions of the city individually, the total amount is higher.

As if that were not enough, the pass includes a free cancellation. To do so, you will have to cancel your reservation at least 24 hours before the experience begins. This way, you can save on your trip, whether you're just passing through Atlanta for a day or planning a longer trip.

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How the Atlanta CityPASS® works

Centennial Olympic Park| ©nnever5000
Centennial Olympic Park| ©nnever5000

The Atlanta CityPASS® is a sightseeing pass that gives you access to a variety of attractions throughout the city. From the moment you purchase your pass, you will have one year to use it.

You will have the freedom to choose which attractions you want your pass to include and this decision does not need to be made at the time of purchase of the Atlanta CityPASS® card. However, you must remember that you will need to reserve the tickets to gain access to the attractions, even though you will no longer have to pay any admission fees.

From the first day you use your Atlanta CityPASS®, you will have a period of 9 consecutive days to use the remaining tickets to the attractions included in the Atlanta CityPASS®. This gives you complete freedom to plan your itinerary, as the pass does not impose any scheduling or other requirements.

You'll enjoy your Atlanta CityPASS® on your own cell phone, with access to your tickets at all times and without the need to carry paperwork that can be misplaced.

The latter comes in especially handy on busy days, such as those when you've booked one of Atlanta's best tours.

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What's included with the Atlanta CityPASS® sightseeing pass

Zoo Atlanta| ©Jack
Zoo Atlanta| ©Jack

The Atlanta CityPASS® includes five attractions in the famous Georgia city. Of these five attractions, three are included with the e-pass and cannot be exchanged: the Georgia Aquarium, the World of Coca-Cola Museum and Zoo Atlanta.

In the first two attractions, you will have a preferential entrance with access to all the areas and rooms that comprise them. As for Zoo Atlanta, this is a general admission ticket.

In addition to the 3 attractions mentioned above, you can choose two more to complete your tourist pass. The Atlanta CityPASS® Tourist Pass allows you to choose between the Fernbank Museum of Natural History, the College Football Hall of Fame or the National Center for Civil and Human Rights in Atlanta.

Admission for the Fernbank Museum of Natural History is a general admission ticket that features free parking, a movie on a giant screen and access to all special exhibits. For the College Football Hall of Fame, this is also a general admission ticket that allows you to enjoy the interactive exhibits as well as the indoor playing field.

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When to purchase the Atlanta CityPASS® Tourist Pass

Atlanta CityPASS®| ©Jeremy Thompson
Atlanta CityPASS®| ©Jeremy Thompson

If this is your first time visiting Atlanta, it is highly recommended that you purchase the Atlanta CityPASS®. Since this is your first visit to the city, you will need to see all the major sights. So, one way or another, you will need to book tickets.

On the other hand, if you buy them through the tourist pass, you will be able to save a considerable amount of money on your trip. You won't need to be clear about which attractions interest you the most, since the choice is not made at the time of purchase of the Atlanta CityPASS®.

On the other hand, you may also want to buy the Atlanta CityPASS® if you are one of those who like to make the most of your time in the city. Consider that of the 5 attractions, two of them have priority admission, so you will save the lines and you can spend those minutes to have a drink or visit another place.

In addition, some of the attractions included in the Atlanta CityPASS®s tourist pass are among the best things to do with children in Atlanta, so it is also an ideal pass for you if you are traveling with your family.

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When not to buy the Atlanta CityPASS® sightseeing pass

Escape room| ©Ichigo121212
Escape room| ©Ichigo121212

You should not buy the Atlanta CityPASS® if this is not your first time in the city. If you have already traveled to Atlanta before and you know these attractions, my recommendation is that you take this opportunity to visit other places in the city of Georgia.

For example, you can have fun in the Alcatraz Escape escape room, get your tickets for the Iluminarium in Atlanta or even enjoy a helicopter flight over Atlanta.

It is also not recommended that you purchase the Atlanta CityPASS®, if you are going to the city for the first time, but you are just passing through and have a few days. The reason for this is that you will probably not have enough time to visit all the attractions included in the pass. For this type of express travel, my recommendation is to take a bus tour of Atlanta, which will save time between transfers.

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Other Atlanta Sightseeing Passes

Wine Tasting| ©Helena Lopes
Wine Tasting| ©Helena Lopes

There are no other Atlanta sightseeing passes available beyond the Atlanta CityPASS®. Another option is to book your tickets individually.

This is a good option for you if you are not interested in the attractions included in the e-pass in question. However, you will have to pay more for your tickets. In addition, the activities included in the Atlanta CityPASS® are a favorite among tourists.

However, if you are not convinced by the Atlanta CityPASS®, you can book other experiences in the city, such as the Atlanta Black History and Civil Rights Tour, the Atlanta Historic Homes Private Tour, or the North Georgia Wine Tour from Atlanta.

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Tips on how to get the most out of your sightseeing pass

Georgia Aquarium| ©Randy Rodriguez
Georgia Aquarium| ©Randy Rodriguez

When it comes to getting the most out of your Atlanta sightseeing pass, there are several tips I can give you.

First, I recommend that you plan your visit to the city. Although the e-pass is a great help, it is recommended that you make a daily itinerary of your visit to the city.

You should also take into account the season in which you are traveling, as there are some activities that only take place during certain seasons. Thus, it is not the same to plan what to do in Atlanta in summer than to organize your visit if it takes place in December, close to Christmas.

Check the opening hours of the attractions to avoid surprises and order the places according to their proximity. This way, you will avoid wandering around the city and wasting valuable time enjoying the attractions.

Also, check the attractions included in your pass. It may sound absurd, but it is more common than you think to visit the same attraction twice. Imagine you book a free tour and halfway through you realize that the next stop is the Georgia Aquarium, one of the must-see attractions on the Atlanta CityPASS®. If this happens to you, you won't be able to exchange the experience for another and you've wasted money and time.

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