No family trip is complete without making some new furry, feathery and scaly friends at Tennessee’s epic animal attractions.
Learn about the important conservation work and preservation of endangered species both here and abroad through research, habitat protection, breeding programs and education initiatives at Tennessee's Association of Zoos & Aquariums accredited zoos - Memphis Zoo, Nashville Zoo at Grassmere, Zoo Knoxville and Chattanooga Zoo as well as the Tennessee Aquarium and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.
With world-class attractions around the state, they’re a great stop on a family trip for any animal lover. Browse attractions below by region to start planning your trip.