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Tennessee Aquarium, Chattanooga, TN

  • Address 1 Broad St
    Chattanooga, TN 37402
    United States
  • Phone number+1 423 265 0698 / +1 800 262 0695
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  • Neighborhood : Downtown
    http://www.tnaqua.org
  • Mon to Sun from 10:00 AM to 06:00 PM

Start at the top of a raging river and then delve beneath the surface to discover all the life that teems within. It is all a part of the experience of the world's largest freshwater aquarium. Within the 12-story structure, you will see birds, snakes, river otters and turtles in their natural habitats, and fish indigenous to the Tennessee River. Special exhibits include the Gulf of Mexico showcase of fierce sharks and jellyfish exhibit: "Jellies: Phantoms of the Deep." Admission charges are: $17.95 adult; $9.50 children. Discounts and package rates are also available. Call or visit web site for details.

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yelp Reviews ( 1 Review see all ) Top

Kyle B.

(Rating: 3.0) 

by Kyle B. on August 31, 2009

I visited the Tennessee Aquarium's IMAX theater with some friends after visiting the Aquarium. Usually this IMAX theater only shows 40-45 minute...

Trekaroo Reviews ( 5 Reviews ) Top

Best aquarium ever

 by  natalie  on  2009-07-24

The TN aquarium is the best. It is really big and full of exciting and new displays. The layout is easy to follow and great ...

Wonderful Aquarium

 by  JanTN  on  2009-07-24

The aquarium is very well laid out. You get many opportunities to view the fish in the large tanks. There are so many varieties and ...

Fun for the whole family

 by  lemonyemilyo  on  2009-07-24

My husband and I visited the Tennessee Aquarium before kids, and we went back with two small children and our parents. Everyone loved it. We ...

modern marvel!

 by  wnc_mom  on  2009-07-24

We love this place!: My family and I love the aquaruim in Chattanooga.We always go there when we are in pigeon forge instead of going ...

The kids loved it!

 by  Ssheldon81  on  2009-07-24

The tennessee aquarium is a first for me. We went for the baby peguins that were born not too long ago. They weren't making an ...

Trip Advisor Reviews ( 59 Reviews see all ) Top

“My Valentine's Eve Date”

 by  MsTBTn  on  2009-02-20

Friday, February 13th I planned a wonderful Valentine's Eve evening with my boyfriend. He had never been to the aquarium, so I wanted this even...

“Very enjoyable afternoon”

 by  The_Dragon_Lady  on  2009-01-24

My husband and I love to go to aquariums and we had been told we couldn't miss this one while we were in TN. Boy, were those people right! What...

“Can't think of anything to change here.”

 by  Shawnster172  on  2009-01-01

I have to say I really enjoyed the Tennessee Aquarium. I really liked how it was divided into a building for the saltwater species, and another...

“Nice aquarium-enjoyable afternoon, or quick visit!.....”

 by  tymetraveler222  on  2008-12-29

A quick 2 hour visit one afternoon. Saw the whole aquarium, no crowds, no lines, no waits-yes! Salt water addition is excellent; we thoroughly ...

“Don't Miss This Aquarium”

 by  USAtravelAlabama  on  2008-11-18

The Tennessee Aquarium in Chattanooga is by far one of the finest aquariums we have visited. We have been to aquariums in Atlanta, (which we wi...

“Great for Family Take your Time”

 by  kilavoom  on  2008-10-25

I have been gong here for the past three years. We make a trip with my kids ( 5,6) They love it and so do we. There is enough space for you to ...

Yahoo Travel Reviews ( 79 Reviews see all ) Top

One of my favorite places to visit.

 by  SMRegister  on  2009-02-11

I have been visiting the Tennessee Aquarium for about 6 years now, and I just can't help but go back. Originally it was just the River Journey...

Awesome place to go

 by  A Yahoo! Contributor  on  2008-09-04

My husband and I took our 4 year old to the aquarium. We loved it. The Imax was awesome. My son was trying to reach out and grab the dolpins. I...

Love Those Penguins!!!

 by  A Yahoo! Contributor  on  2008-07-16

Me and my husband visit this aquarium in 1993(opening wekend) and it was exciting and fun to say the least and when had our two boys they each...

So much to do!

 by  Abowers  on  2008-05-19

We had been to the aquarium right after it opened in 1993 but now with the Ocean Journey as well it was so much better.

I just LOVE the place!!!

 by  A Yahoo! Contributor  on  2008-05-15

I loved the penguins, sharks, jellyfish, and the stingrays because we got to pet the stingrays!!!!!! The snakes were cool to see their scales!!!

I could have stayed there all day!!!!

 by  Nora G  on  2008-04-10

Great for the whole family... We've been to several aquariums and this was by far the best (and least expensive!) I could not believe all the ...

CitySearch Reviews ( 24 Reviews see all ) Top

Family Fun

 by  Nez1911  on  2008-06-11

This is great place to take the kids...A wonder place for a nice date as well. There are a lot of animals to see and things to learn at this aq...

Great place by Amanda (K) M. at InsiderPages

 by  Contributor  on  2007-10-29

This is a wonderful place to visit. It's a nice, family environment that is fun for everyone. My son loves how close you can get to the exhib...

Love this place!!! by Karen (4-Offord) H. at InsiderPages

 by  Contributor  on  2007-04-20

This place is totally awesome!!! My children love the interactive exhibits as well as the vast variety of sea life that can be found here. The...

Great Fun by Marilyn H. at InsiderPages

 by  Contributor  on  2007-02-07

I have been a member of the Aquarium since it opened. Each and every visit brings new advertures, along with the great exhibits that I will ne...

Dynamic fresh and saltwater exhibits and spectacular Imax films star at this exciting, modern aquarium.

 by  Contributor  on  2006-10-10

In ShortSince it opened in 1992, the Tennessee Aquarium has revitalized the riverfront area of downtown Chattanooga, making it a major tour

Wonderful attraction in Chattanooga!!! by Lee M. at InsiderPages

 by  Contributor  on  2006-03-22

We absolutely loved this place!!!

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