World of Coca-Cola: A Taste of History
Experience the history, taste the world, and unlock the secrets of Coca-Cola at this iconic Atlanta attraction. A must-see for all ages!
The World of Coca-Cola in Atlanta is a dynamic museum dedicated to the history and global impact of The Coca-Cola Company. Explore interactive exhibits, sample over 100 beverages from around the world, and get a peek into the vault where the secret formula is kept under lock and key. A must-see for anyone visiting Atlanta!
A brief summary to World of Coca-Cola
- 121 Baker St NW, Atlanta, Downtown Atlanta, Georgia, 30313, US
- +1404-676-5151
- Visit website
- Monday 10 am-6 pm
- Tuesday 10 am-6 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-6 pm
- Thursday 10 am-6 pm
- Friday 10 am-6 pm
- Saturday 10 am-6 pm
- Sunday 10 am-6 pm
Local tips
- Plan to spend at least 2 hours to fully experience all the exhibits and tastings [6].
- Purchase tickets in advance online to save time and guarantee entry [6].
- Visit during off-peak hours (weekdays or early mornings) to avoid crowds [15].
- Take advantage of the free Wi-Fi available throughout the attraction [6].
- Don't miss the tasting room where you can sample over 100 different Coca-Cola beverages from around the world [5, 6, 16].
Getting There
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Public Transport
The World of Coca-Cola is easily accessible via Atlanta's public transportation system, MARTA [2, 3, 14]. Take the Red or Gold line to the Peachtree Center Station or the Blue or Green line to the CNN Center Station [2, 3, 14]. From either station, it's approximately a 10-15 minute walk to the museum [2, 14]. Alternatively, you can take the Atlanta Streetcar and exit at the Centennial Olympic Park stop, which is a short walk from the attraction [2, 3, 4]. A one-way MARTA fare is $2.50, with Breeze cards available for $2 [7, 11, 19, 24, 26]. Streetcar fare is $1.00 per ride [7].
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Walking
If you are already in the Centennial Park District, the World of Coca-Cola is within easy walking distance [2, 4]. It's located at 121 Baker Street NW, across from Centennial Olympic Park and next to the Georgia Aquarium [2, 4, 6]. From the park, head north on Centennial Olympic Park Drive NW, turn left onto Baker Street NW, and the museum will be on your left. Look for the iconic Coca-Cola bottle sign [2]. Walking is free!
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Taxi/Ride-Share
Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are readily available throughout Atlanta [2]. A short taxi ride from downtown hotels or attractions to the World of Coca-Cola will typically cost between $10-$15, depending on traffic and distance [13, 25, 28, 31]. Keep in mind that taxi fares in Atlanta start at $3.50 for the first 1/8 mile and $2.40 per additional mile [13]. Uber and Lyft prices may vary. Be sure to confirm the fare before you start your trip.
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Driving
If driving, the World of Coca-Cola is located at 121 Baker Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30313 [2, 4, 6]. Parking is available at the World of Coca-Cola parking garage, located at 126 Ivan Allen Jr. Blvd NW, for a fee starting at $20 per vehicle [2, 4]. However, keep in mind that parking rates may vary, and there are often other parking garages and lots nearby [21, 23, 32]. Some nearby options include the American Cancer Society Garage ($10 for 2 hours) and the Aloft Atlanta Downtown lot ($12 for 2 hours) [21]. Be aware that buses and oversized vehicles cannot be accommodated in the World of Coca-Cola garage and should utilize the Georgia World Congress Center bus marshaling yard [2, 4].
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