Things to Do in Tennessee
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Incline Railway
Chattanooga, Tennessee
It's a mile-long feat of mechanical engineering: A steep trolley-car-type ride straight up the side of Lookout Mountain. At the top, you'll be on the highest point...
Train
Lichterman Nature Center
Memphis, Tennessee
An oasis on the east side of town, the Lichterman Nature Center is surprising to first timers both for its space and for the real "away-from-it-all" feel...
Nature Center
Science & Nature Museum
Music Valley Wax Museum
Nashville, Tennessee
Ever wanted to know what Hank Williams really looked like? Your kids will probably spend most of the time checking out Chuck Berry's cool and Loretta Lynne's flounces, but parents...
Special Collection
Nashville Shores Water Park
Nashville, Tennessee
Not for the tame of heart, Nashville Shores is a traditional water park on steroids, with every possible water slide your kids can imagine, including the 700-foot "Tennessee Twister...
Water Park
Peabody Ducks
Memphis, Tennessee
What started as a practical joke in 1932 has become one of Memphis' most-loved traditions for visitors and Memphians alike. Following an unsuccessful hunting trip, some Memphians were in...
Historical Landmark
Southern Belle Riverboat Cruise
Chattanooga, Tennessee
The Tom Sawyers in the family won't forget a cruise on the Tennessee River, and mom and dad will appreciate the bountiful buffet with healthy, kid-friendly choices that go...
Boat Ride
American
Bakery
Stax Museum of American Soul Music/Soulsville, USA
Memphis, Tennessee
Isaac. Aretha. Ike & Tina. The first names are all that's needed for the royalty of soul music; all got their start in this tiny Memphis recoding studio. Soul comes from...
Special Collection
Tennessee Aquarium
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Twin buildings on the Tennessee River contain two diverse ecosystems -- the ocean and a river. Each journey begins at the top of each building; children press their noses up to...
Aquarium
Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame and Museum
Nashville, Tennessee
If your kids are sports nuts then this is the place for them. They'll find 7,200 square feet of sports-related exhibits, a chance to play virtual-reality basketball, experience...
Special Collection
Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park
Chattanooga, Tennessee
The battles for Chickamauga and Chattanooga are recalled at the two battlefields, which together make up the nation's first National Military Park. Hands-on and interactive exhibits bring the battles...
History Museum
Special Collection
Historical Landmark
Park
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