Nashville

Indoor Play Centers

Adventure Science Center Address: 800 Fort Negley Blvd, Nashville, TN 37203 Phone: (615) 862-5160 Additional info: Interactive exhibits, planetarium shows, and hands-on science activities.

Monkey's Treehouse Address: 1701 Kenyon St, Nashville, TN 37210 Phone: (615) 292-8777 Additional info: Indoor playground for younger children, party rooms available.

Nashville Children's Theatre Address: 25 Middleton St, Nashville, TN 37210 Phone: (615) 252-4675 Additional info: Professional theater productions geared towards children and families.

Outdoor Activities

Nashville Zoo at Grassmere Address: 3777 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TN 37211 Phone: (615) 833-1534 Additional info: Over 2,700 animals from 365 species, playground, and zip line.

Centennial Park and Parthenon Address: 2500 West End Ave, Nashville, TN 37203 Phone: (615) 862-8400 Additional info: Large park with a full-scale replica of the Parthenon, walking trails, and a lake.

Chattanooga

Indoor Play Centers

Creative Discovery Museum Address: 321 Chestnut St, Chattanooga, TN 37402 Phone: (423) 756-2738 Additional info: Hands-on exhibits focused on science, art, and music.

High Point Climbing and Fitness Address: 219 Broad St, Chattanooga, TN 37402 Phone: (423) 602-7625 Additional info: Indoor rock climbing with routes for all skill levels, including kids.

Outdoor Activities

Tennessee Aquarium Address: 1 Broad St, Chattanooga, TN 37402 Phone: (800) 262-0695 Additional info: Two buildings showcasing freshwater and saltwater habitats.

Coolidge Park Address: 150 River St, Chattanooga, TN 37405 Additional info: Interactive fountain, carousel, and green spaces for picnics and play.

Memphis

Indoor Play Centers

Children's Museum of Memphis Address: 2525 Central Ave, Memphis, TN 38104 Phone: (901) 458-2678 Additional info: Interactive exhibits on science, culture, and the human body.

Sky Zone Trampoline Park Address: 5355 Distriplex Farms Dr, Memphis, TN 38141 Phone: (901) 646-3348 Additional info: Wall-to-wall trampolines, foam pit, and dodgeball courts.

Outdoor Activities

Memphis Zoo Address: 2000 Prentiss Pl, Memphis, TN 38112 Phone: (901) 333-6500 Additional info: Home to over 3,500 animals representing 500 different species.

Shelby Farms Park Address: 6903 Great View Dr N, Memphis, TN 38134 Phone: (901) 222-7275 Additional info: One of the largest urban parks in the U.S., with hiking trails, lakes, and a treetop adventure course.

Knoxville

Indoor Play Centers

Muse Knoxville Address: 516 N Beaman St, Knoxville, TN 37914 Phone: (865) 594-1494 Additional info: Hands-on science exhibits and planetarium shows.

Main Event Entertainment Address: 9081 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37923 Phone: (865) 351-5000 Additional info: Bowling, laser tag, arcade games, and a high ropes course.

Outdoor Activities

Knoxville Zoo (Zoo Knoxville) Address: 3500 Knoxville Zoo Dr, Knoxville, TN 37914 Phone: (865) 637-5331 Additional info: Home to over 800 animals, with special exhibits like the Boyd Family Asian Trek.

Ijams Nature Center Address: 2915 Island Home Ave, Knoxville, TN 37920 Phone: (865) 577-4717 Additional info: 315-acre wildlife sanctuary with hiking trails, rock climbing, and canoeing.