Things to Do with Kids in Tennessee

Last updated: December 25, 2024

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Anakeesta

Award-winning outdoor family theme park featuring panoramic Smoky Mountain views, treetop adventures, ziplines, mountain coaster, and scenic tower...

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Memphis Zoo

Home to over 3,500 animals representing 500 different species, featuring exhibits like Cat Country, Teton Trek, and China exhibit with giant pandas...

Nature & Wildlife All ages
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Adventure Science Center

Interactive science museum with over 175 hands-on exhibits, planetarium shows, and educational programs...

Museums & Science 3-12 years
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Tennessee Aquarium

Two massive buildings featuring freshwater and ocean exhibits, with penguins, otters, and touch tanks...

Aquatics & Marine All ages
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Dollywood

Theme park featuring rides, shows, crafts, and seasonal festivals in the Smoky Mountains...

Theme Parks All ages
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Children's Museum of Memphis

Interactive exhibits focusing on learning through play, including a flight simulator and art studio...

Museums & Science 2-12 years
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Ruby Falls

Underground waterfall and cave system with guided tours and zip line adventures...

Natural Attractions All ages
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Nashville Zoo

Zoo featuring over 2,700 animals and a historic plantation home, plus jungle gym and zip lines...

Nature & Wildlife All ages
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Discovery Park of America

Educational entertainment complex with science, history, and technology exhibits...

Museums & Science All ages
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Rock City Gardens

Natural rock formations, gardens, and scenic lookouts with family-friendly trails...

Outdoor Activities All ages
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Creative Discovery Museum

Children's museum with hands-on exhibits in science, art, and music...

Museums & Science 2-12 years
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Hands On! Discovery Center

Interactive science center with exhibits on physics, biology, and technology...

Museums & Science 3-12 years
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The Island in Pigeon Forge

Entertainment complex with rides, games, shops, and the Great Smoky Mountain Wheel...

Parks & Entertainment All ages
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Memphis Botanic Garden

96-acre garden featuring My Big Backyard children's garden and educational programs...

Gardens & Nature All ages
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WonderWorks Pigeon Forge

Indoor amusement park with over 100 interactive exhibits and physical challenges...

Indoor Entertainment All ages
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Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

World-class aquarium featuring underwater tunnels and interactive experiences...

Aquatics & Marine All ages
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Knoxville Zoo

35-acre zoo home to over 800 animals and various exhibits including Red Pandas and African Elephants...

Nature & Wildlife All ages
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Wilderness at the Smokies

Indoor and outdoor waterpark resort with slides, wave pool, and adventure forest...

Water Parks All ages
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Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

Interactive museum with youth programs and family-friendly exhibits about music history...

Museums & Science All ages
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Titanic Museum

Interactive museum shaped like the RMS Titanic with child-friendly exhibits and activities...

Museums & Science 5+ years
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Chattanooga Choo Choo

Historic train station complex with gardens, restaurants, and model railroad museum...

Historical Attractions All ages
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Ijams Nature Center

300-acre nature center with hiking trails, rock climbing, and educational programs...

Nature Centers All ages
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Rainforest Adventures Discovery Zoo

Small zoo featuring exotic animals and hands-on educational experiences...

Nature & Wildlife All ages
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Lichterman Nature Center

65-acre wildlife sanctuary with nature exhibits and educational programs...

Nature Centers All ages
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Tuckaleechee Caverns

Known as the 'Greatest Site Under the Smokies' with guided cave tours...

Natural Attractions 5+ years
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