All Tennessee Aquarium Memberships include:
- Unlimited Aquarium Admission for one full year (from the date of purchase)
- Discounts on IMAX documentaries and Hollywood films
- Savings in Aquarium gift shops and concessions
- Special offers on guest tickets
- Invitations to special events that deepen your connection to the Tennessee Aquarium
- Advanced, discounted registration to events and programs (Aquascarium, Camps, Sleep in the Deep and more!).
Dual Deluxe and Family Deluxe Memberships also include:
- Unlimited, free IMAX documentaries for all individuals on the membership – This includes any guest passes that have been added to the membership.
- Discounted admission to IMAX Hollywood films
Show your Aquarium membership pass at these regional and area businesses to receive a discount! Discounts are valid through December 31, 2024.
- Ben & Jerry’s: 15% discount on one ice cream per visit*
- Biltmore Estate: $10 off daytime admission (limited to four tickets, redeem onsite at the time of purchase or call ahead to make a reservation and show proof of membership at “Will Call” upon arrival)
- Burger Republic: 15% discount on one entrée item per visit*
- Chattanooga Zoo: 15% off general admission (also present photo ID, redeem onsite)
- Creative Discovery Museum: $2 off general admission (redeem onsite with Guest Relations)
- Dollywood & Dollywood Splash Country: $5 off one-day admission (limited to four tickets per visit)
- High Point Climbing & Fitness Downtown: $5 off a day pass
- Mellow Mushroom: 15% discount on one entrée item per visit*
- Nashville Zoo: 50% off general admission (redeem onsite)
- Zoo Atlanta: $3 off general admission (tickets limited to the number of individuals on the membership)
- Zoo Knoxville: $4 off general admission (redeem onsite at ticket booth)
*Offer valid only at the downtown Chattanooga location.
Please note: We do not currently participate in the AZA Reciprocal Program.
Membership FAQs
Q: I’m a new member. How do I get my membership cards?
A: You should have received an email with links to access your digital membership cards. If you do not see this email in your inbox, please check your spam/junk folder. If you still do not see your email, please reach out to Member Services. They can assist you with re-sending your membership cards!
Q: When does my membership expire?
A: Your membership is valid one full year from the date of purchase. For example, if you purchase a membership on August 1, 2024, your membership will expire August 31, 2025.
Q: Can I lend my membership card to a friend or family member?
A: No. Aquarium memberships are valid only for those whose names appear on the cards. Membership cards are not transferable to others and not valid for resale. Photo ID will be required upon entry for the specified primary and/or secondary members.
Q: Do you offer discounts on membership?
A: We offer a 20% year-round discount on memberships to individuals in the following categories:
- Active Military and Veterans (with military ID or DD214 card)
- First Responders: Police, Fire, EMT (with employee ID or paystub)
- K-12 Educators including certified homeschool teachers (with employee ID, paystub, or certification)
Discounted memberships may be purchased at Member Services in the River Journey building. Please arrive with your employee ID or paystub and a form of photo ID.
Additionally, employees of Aquarium Partners receive a 15% discount on memberships year-round. Please see the full list of current Partners.
Q: Can I apply the cost of my general admission tickets towards a membership?
A: Yes, you can! You have up to 60 days following your visit to upgrade your admission tickets to a membership. Please visit tnaqua.org/upgrade for more information.
If your membership question is not answered here, please know that our best membership resource is our Member Services team!
The Member Services Team is located just inside the River Journey building. You can also reach them at joinus@tnaqua.org or 423-267-3474.