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Tennessee Aquarium is a Tennessee attraction in Chattanooga, in our Chattanooga & Southeast region. A riverfront aquarium in two buildings, River Journey and Ocean Journey, with an IMAX theater next door. Hours, prices and rules below were read from the official site on October 30, 2026; prices change, so confirm before you go.
- Prices$39.95 and upsee the list below
- HoursListed belowas the site prints them
- ParkingSee belowon-site details below
- DogsSee rulesbelow
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About Tennessee Aquarium
A riverfront aquarium in two buildings, River Journey and Ocean Journey, with an IMAX theater next door.
- Two buildingsRiver Journey and Ocean Journey
- Scuttlebutt Reef, newly open in Ocean Journey
- Butterfly Garden, Penguins' Rock and Secret Reef
- IMAX 4K with Laser theater
- Deeper Dives behind-the-scenes tours and Sleep in the Deep overnights
Tennessee Aquarium Hours
Hours in a day
- OpenSun–Thu10 a.m.–7 p.m.
- FridayFri10 a.m.–5 p.m.
- SaturdaySat10 a.m.–7 p.m.
Days of the week today is outlined
Bars that fade start at sunrise or end at sunset or dark, which move with the season. The full hours, word for word, are in the list below.
- Sunday-Thursday10:00am-7:00pm (last entry 5:00pm)
- Friday10:00am-5:00pm (last entry 3:00pm)
- Saturday10:00am-7:00pm (last entry 5:00pm)
Source: official hours page, read October 30, 2026.
Admission and Prices
- Adult $39.95 (covers both Aquarium buildings)
- Youth (ages 4-17) $29.95
- Toddlers (ages 0-3) free
- IMAX tickets from $9.95
- Memberships from $145; Museums for All reduced admission program is linked
Source: official prices page, read October 30, 2026. Prices change; confirm at checkout.
Parking
Several paid lots near the Aquarium and IMAX. Primary lot, excluding tax: 0-3 hours $9; 3-5 hours $12; all day $14; after 4 pm $10 (subject to change during special events). Free shuttle runs daily in downtown Chattanooga. Buses, RVs and oversized vehicles park on the south side of Riverfront Parkway beneath the Olgiati Bridge.
Dogs and Accessibility
- Dogs: Pets are not allowed inside. Service animals (dogs and miniature horses trained for tasks) are welcome; do not take them into the Butterfly Garden if they could pose a risk to the free-roaming birds and reptiles.
- Accessibility: All exhibit galleries are fully accessible. Complimentary wheelchairs first-come, first-served at the Guest Services Information Desk at the River Journey exit (driver's license held). Four designated handicap spaces in the primary lot (paid, not guaranteed). Valid placard holders park free at on-street metered spaces in Chattanooga.
Directions and Contact
- AddressOne Broad Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402
- Phone800-262-0695
- Map point35.05469,-85.31091. Directions in Google Maps
- Official sitetnaqua.org
Places Near Tennessee Aquarium
- 1Ruby FallsAttractionabout 3 mi
- 2Lookout Mountain Incline RailwayAttractionabout 3 mi
- 3Point Park, Lookout Mountain (Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park)Attractionabout 4 mi
- 4Booker T. Washington State ParkState Parkabout 8 mi
- 5North Chickamauga Creek GorgeState Park Unitabout 13 mi
- 6Harrison Bay State ParkState Parkabout 14 mi
Straight-line distances between map points, not driving miles. Dots sit in their true compass direction; distance is stretched near the middle so close neighbors stay readable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Tennessee Aquarium cost?
Adult $39.95 (covers both Aquarium buildings) Prices change; confirm on the official page.
What are the hours at Tennessee Aquarium?
Sunday-Thursday: 10:00am-7:00pm (last entry 5:00pm)
Where do I park at Tennessee Aquarium?
Several paid lots near the Aquarium and IMAX. Primary lot, excluding tax: 0-3 hours $9; 3-5 hours $12; all day $14; after 4 pm $10 (subject to change during special events). Free shuttle runs daily in downtown Chattanooga. Buses, RVs and oversized vehicles park on the south side of Riverfront Parkway beneath the Olgiati Bridge.
Are dogs allowed at Tennessee Aquarium?
Pets are not allowed inside. Service animals (dogs and miniature horses trained for tasks) are welcome; do not take them into the Butterfly Garden if they could pose a risk to the free-roaming birds and reptiles.
What We Could Not Verify
- Building size and square footage not stated on pages read
- Whether admission prices include tax not stated
- Some figures differ from what we recorded on October 18, 2026; the figures above are the ones the official page shows now.
Sources
Last checked October 30, 2026 by the It’s Tennessee editor. Spot something out of date? Tell us.
Cite this page: It's Tennessee, “Tennessee Aquarium”, itstennessee.com/places/tennessee-aquarium/ (updated ). By the It's Tennessee editorial team. Free to quote with attribution and a link to this page; data and tables are licensed CC BY 4.0.