Ready to think outside the box this Christmas season? Gifting experiences, rather than things, may be the perfect solution for you. Not only do experiences take the stress out of Christmas shopping, they also provide the recipient with adventure and long lasting memories.
Zoo Atlanta, Georgia Aquarium, Atlanta Botanical Gardens, and the Children’s Museum are a generally the most popular family annual membership passes purchased in Atlanta. Some other annual pass ideas would be:
For Families
Atlanta History Center – A 33-acre experience revealing the history of our city. Membership includes access to the Atlanta History Museum, Margaret Mitchell House, Swan House, Smith Family Farm, Wood Family Cabin, Kenan Research Center, Atlanta Cyclorama, Fulton County 4-H, and Storycorps.
Fernbank Museum of Natural History – A hands-on science museum taking visitors through the world of dinosaurs and cultural artifacts. Also includes access to the new 75 acre outdoor adventure space.
High Museum of Art – Unlimited admissions to the museum’s permanent collection, select special exhibits, and entrance to special events and programs.
Margaritaville Lanier Islands – Variety of memberships available providing admission to water park, snow island, magical night of lights, zip lines, and more!
Tellus Science Museum – A 120,000 square foot interactive science museum in Cartersville.
For Kids
Center for Puppetry Arts – The nation’s largest non-profit organization dedicated to the world of puppetry arts.
LEGOLAND – Located in Buckhead’s Phipps Plaza, LEGOLAND offers guests 12 different “LEGO” attractions and exhibits.
Six Flags Over Georgia – An adventure park complete with roller coasters, water slides, and non-stop entertainment.
Nature Lovers
Chattahoochee Nature Center – A beautiful outdoor sanctuary offering wildlife programs, hiking, environmental education, horticulture and more.
Georgia State Parks Pass – Pass holders receive 12 months of unlimited visits to Georgia National Parks.
Stone Mountain Park – Enjoy 12 months of access to many of the Stone Mountain Park attractions.
Treetop Quest – A self-guided treetop obstacle and and zip-line course with locations in Dunwoody and Gwinnett.
“Day” Experiences
iFLY – An Indoor skydiving facility off of Cobb Parkway.
Skyline Park – An outdoor ‘carnival’ on the Ponce City Market rooftop.
Skyview Atlanta – The nearly 20-story Ferris wheel overlooking Centennial Park.
Stone Summit – An indoor rock climbing experience with locations in Atlanta, Kennessaw, and Midtown.
