The best family-friendly activities in Tennessee for parents and kids (Updated October 2026)

Nashville Riverboats Sightseeing Cruise
Explore Nashville from the iconic Cumberland River aboard an authentic paddlewheel riverboat. This delightful sightseeing cruise features live narration and music, providing a unique glimpse...
$50

Walk the back roads of Gatlinburg and learn about its haunted history and folklore on this nighttime tour. With a guide, you'll learn how you,...
$40

East Nashville has always done things its own way. Five Points and Historic East Edgefield grew back from the 1916 Great Fire with Victorian streets,...
$100

Visit four attractions with exciting adventures for all ages with this All Access Pass. Just look for the Great Ape towering over the Parkway, and...
$45

Now celebrating 11 years performing in the beautiful Smoky Mountains. Unbelievable Magic is the #1 family friendly magic show in Pigeon Forge and is great...
$39

Climb aboard the Volunteer Princess, and join us for a public cruise or private event along Knoxville, Tennessee’s beautiful riverfront! Our luxury yacht is designed...
$35

Downtown Chattanooga Food Tour
Chatt Taste Food Tours, LLC showcases the transformation of dining and local businesses in Downtown Chattanooga through guided food tours. Visit 3-4 restaurants locations effortlessly...
$129

Discover Memphis’ rich history, musical heritage, and Southern cuisine on this comprehensive “best of Memphis” tour. Take in all the highlights of downtown Memphis, from...
$90

Located on the Mighty Mississippi River, Memphis is the birthplace of Rock ‘n’ Roll, the capital of Blues and home to some of the best...
$380

During this half-day hiking tour, we'll see up to 4 waterfalls in two different state parks and natural areas, learn the history and the prehistoric...
$110

Explore the haunted history of Music City on Nashville’s Original Haunted Downtown Walking Tour. You will be entertained with the amazing ghostly tales of tragic...
$20

VOTED BEST SHOW in the Smokies Year after Year and recognized as the show you just can't miss in Pigeon Forge! Country Tonite promises the...
$47

Come See What You've Heard at the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum, located in the heart of Nashville, Tennessee. Visit one of the city's most...
$28

Experience Chattanooga’s newest attraction, The National Medal of Honor Heritage Center. Our permanent exhibits take our visitors from the actions that prompted the First Medals...
$17

This Nashville Attraction Pass allows you to prepay for some of Nashville’s most popular attractions, save money and have everything arranged in advance to better...
$183

Smoky Mountains Newfound Gap Jeep Tour
This jeep tour will combine stunning views and a fun 3-hour experience. Starting in Pigeon Forge, you will head up one-mile above sea level to...
$125

Memphis True Crime Tour
Explore the darker side of Memphis history. A twilight exploration of Memphis' murderous, scandalous, fascinating past, complete with serial killers, mobsters, vengeful lovers, and compelling...
$41

MagiQuest in Pigeon Forge is an interactive game that lets you become the main character in a virtual world. The Odyssey mirror maze is an elaborate...
$27

Our Ridge Runner tour is an exciting flyover of the Chilhowee Mountain Range and Bluff Mountain. This scenic helicopter tour starts with a bird’s eye...
$159

Douglas Lake View Scenic Helicopter Tour
The Lake View Tour is a wonderful way to get your feet wet while experiencing a helicopter flight in the Smokies. Douglas Lake covers more...
$55

This Extended Lakes Helicopter flight takes you beyond the lake view flight. You will fly directly over Douglas Dam, and proceed over the lake. In...
$75

