You don’t have to be a skilled diver or hop aboard a submarine to marvel at the wonders of the deep! Knoxville Moms put together this list of our favorites aquariums within driving distance of Knoxville. Some are closer than others. The drives range from thirty minutes to four hours — a fun day trip or a quick overnight. We guarantee these aquariums will wow you and your kids!
Aquariums to Visit in Driving Distance of Knoxville
Appalachian Rivers Aquarium
117 Island Street
Bryson City, NC 28713
(828) 488-3681
Georgia Aquarium
225 Baker Street Northwest
Atlanta, GA 30313
(404) 581-4000
Newport Aquarium
1 Levee Way
Newport, KY 41071
1-800-406-3474
Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies
88 River Road
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
(865) 430-8808
Tennessee Aquarium
1 Broad Street
Chattanooga, TN 37402
(423) 265-0695
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