Big Expansion

Georgia Aquarium to add tank for shark habitat

A new visitor entry and state-of-the-art shark habitat is now under construction at Georgia Aquarium in Downtown following a groundbreaking ceremony this week.

Known as Expansion 2020, Georgia Aquarium’s new addition will add tens of thousands of square feet to this popular destination, by extending the main entrance into the plaza and featuring brand new digital signage. The redesigned entryway will provide a covered queue area for guests, while also introducing a separate entrance for field trips and classes via Baker Street.

“This will be one of our largest exhibits and one of the largest expansions we’ve done in our history,” said Georgia Aquarium president and COO Joe Handy in a media statement. “We’re thrilled to be offering a grand new entrance that introduces our visitors to the wonder and awe of the Aquarium, and to bring them closer to one of the most important species of the world’s oceans.”

Once inside, guests will be able to explore a massive new shark habitat, potentially home to great hammerhead sharks, sand tiger sharks, tiger sharks and sandbar sharks. The gallery will feature floor-to-ceiling acrylic windows, giving guests expansive and immersive views of sharks.