Tennessee Aquarium

My family and I loved it. Beautiful inside and out.

I have gone to the Georgia Aquarium and on a trip to Chattanooga, my last option was to go to another aquarium since I was dissapointed going to the Georgia Aquarium...since I had time available for another attraction, I decided to go. If I would of not gone, I would of definately regret it. I went with two of my friends, we are all over the age of 25 and we were very impressed. We all give it TWO THUMBS UP!!! I would definately see why kids would like it, but adults will also enjoy it too. Just be prepared to take alot of pictures!!!

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 Journeys building with a smaller saltwater exhibit in it. A few years ago, they added Ocean Journeys to it, included penguins, a HUGE saltwater exhibit, a butterfly house, and more. The price is great, and the location is even better. I have been involved with ocean life for years, and this is, by far, one of the best aquariums I have ever been to. There is always something there for everyone. A tip: Opt for the behind the scenes tour! It's relatively inexpensive, and everyone loves it. You get to go where others can't from the pumping systems of both buildings to behind the scenes of exhibits, the special quarantine/research area, the feeding area, and the best part is you get to feed snacks to the saltwater exhibit in the River Journeys building. Kids will LOVE it. I would recommend it to anyone. The price is unbeatable for the exhibits, and the aquarium is set up so that it is easy to walk around, and no one is ever left not being able to see the exhibits. Visit from Apr. 2003-Jan 2009(thus far)

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 would gladly go again!

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 have visit different aquariums, but I think those Little black and white guys(the Penguins) were a sure fire winner in our family.

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

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 variety they had and how nice the staff were. We wish we could go back today... It's a must in Chattanooga!

This is the best designed aquarium i have seen, and the largest fresh water aquarium ever- one of two buildings, the second building is salt water. Loved the way the River Journey-fresh water started you out at the top of the building and the setting was the higher elevations of the Great Smoky Mtns, and then as you work your way down, you follow rivers to the Gulf, with other rivers around the world represented. Also loved the butterfly room where you walked through surrounded my many flying butterflies. The Penguins were awesome.

I love the new addition. It is bright and so well laid out. The butterfly room is wonderful and I LOVED the penguins. They are so personable. It is so incredibly relaxing. I would tell anyone wanting to go to the aquarium that you need to stop and sit and enjoy. Many people were rushing through and they missed a beautiful experience.