Tennessee Aquarium- WOW

Friday, we woke up to rain... But the weather did not slow us down. Our boat was an easy walk up the waterfall steps to the museum entrance .we began with the salt water building

The boys enjoyed the Penguins .

The tour begins at the top.. The escalator ride was a highlight too.

There was many areas that were hands on..

Up close and able to touch a bonnet shark.. They loved it

Next was the butterfly area

Jayce got to hold a butterfly

It was very nice seeing the butterflies but...

Let's see the Sharks !!!!

Boys in the shark cage.

Papa pointing to a huge sea turtle!!

This "kissy face" fish came close to check us out.

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Great tanks to see so much.. Big lobster here.

Illuminating jellyfish... Very cool!

Boys with Kate inside a crab aquarium.

So many neat fish to be seen.

And more interesting jellyfish!

The boys really loved the salt water tanks

The salt water tanks and fish were spectacular !!! At noon we had tickets to the IMAX 3-D theater..

It was the    The Island of Lemers of Madagasgar..

We all wore our special glasses

The show was 45 minutes and very entertaining and informative .. But time to return to the boat for naps and recharge.

After naps it was back to the aquarium to see the fresh water side .

The river otters were so cute!

The Aquarium is really nicely done.. We had a great visit!

Very kid friendly and perfect for all ages.

Nice trout.

Cute little gator.

Several folks along the way willing to answer any questions or share interesting facts.

As you can see, an easy walk from the river.. I was in heaven !! Spending time with my grandsons!!! Only wished Colton ( our other grandson) could have been with us this weekend! That would make it even extra special!!