SLEEPOVERS

Sleepovers

Ever dream of sleeping under the peaks alongside sharks, stingrays and more?

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Jellies: Living Art

Jellies: Living Art
Jellies capture the imagination as they pulse inside specially designed displays next to striking studio glass. Experience the beauty of this unique new gallery.

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Children touching stingrays

Group Discounts

Group discounts are available for groups of 10 or more with advance reservations. Whether you're a scout leader, a school teacher, or planning a family reunion, we have several discount packages available. We also have sleepovers at the Aquarium, snack packs at IMAX,  box lunch options and for ideas for planning your trip. See rates below.

Call us toll free at 800-262-0695 to make reservations or register on line at:

Aquarium only        Aquarium/IMAX Combo

The reservation phone lines are open from 8:30 am to 4:45 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday. Or send us an email to receive information about the Aquarium regarding your specific outing. School group rates are available.

TICKET PRICES AND VALUE PACKAGES

Aquarium
(Includes both River Journey & Ocean Journey buildings)
$22.50 adult / $ 13.95 child
Regular $24.95 and $14.95
IMAX 3D Theater
(One 45 min. movie)
$7.75 adult / $5.50 child
Regular $8.50 and $6
River Gorge Explorer
(Excursions last 2 hours. Please allow 10 min. for
loading and disembarking.)
$26.50 adult / $19 child (3-12) / $18 (under 3)
Regular $29, $21.50 and $18
Aquarium/IMAX Discount Combo
(Aquarium and one IMAX movie.)
$27.50 adult / $18.95 child
Regular $29.95 and $19.95
Aquarium/River Gorge Explorer Combo
(Aquarium and 2 hour boat excursion.)
$43.95 adult / $30.50 child (3-12) /
$18 (under 3)
Regular $48.95, $32.95 and $18
Aquarium/IMAX/ River Gorge Explorer Combo
(Aquarium, one IMAX movie and 2 hour boat excursion.)
$48.95 adult / $35.50 child (3-12) /
$18 (under 3)
Regular $53.95, $37.95 and $18
IMAX/River Gorge Explorer Combo
(One IMAX movie and 2 hour boat excursion.)
$31.50 adult / $24 child (3-12) /
$18 (under 3)
Regular $34, $26.50 and $18
Your Tennessee Aquarium experience will take at least two hours, and includes admission to two buildings: River Journey and Ocean Journey. Your tickets are good all day, so feel free to catch a bite or sneak a peek at an IMAX 3D film between buildings. When scheduling your visit or IMAX film time, remember Chattanooga is in the Eastern Time Zone. All exhibit galleries are fully accessible and a limited supply of wheelchairs are available free of charge. Strollers are permitted on most days, and back packs are free for toddlers.

SLEEP IN THE DEEP AT THE AQUARIUM

Go where few have gone before! Join us as we embark on a whole new adventure -- sleepin in the deep at the Aquarium. You'll get up-close with some of the coolest animals and go behind closed doors to see just what it's like to be an aquarist. Tell me more!

MOTORCOACH AND BUS PARKING
Aquarium:
A bus turn-around is available for loading and unloading, and off-site extended parking is located within one mile of the Aquarium. A map will be provided with your confirmation package.
IMAX: Approximately 20 buses can park and unload behind the IMAX Theater. Overflow parking is located within one mile of the IMAX Theater. A map will be provided with your confirmation package.

TOUR OPERATORS

Let us help you plan a terrific trip for your group.  For operator rates and tips on how best to schedule your Chattanooga visit, please contact Meredith Lewallen.  Ask about NEW Discounted Seasonal Rates November 15 – February 28.

BOX LUNCHES
If you are looking for a rain-proof and entertaining way to serve lunch to your group, let us help.  Box lunches are now available at IMAX with advance reservation and can be eaten in the theater during a movie. Group lunches are priced at $4.50, and include a turkey sandwich, fruit, cookie, and a drink. Not only will this save valuable time, but groups will be engaged by one of our exciting IMAX films.

SNACK PACKS AT IMAX
Need a time and money saving way for your group to enjoy popcorn and a drink at IMAX?  For only $2 each, your group can enjoy a small popcorn and small drink.  Advance reservations are required.