You are right on the beach in Santa Monica. cant be better than that. The have a amusement park at the end of the pier with rides and games and food. The pier will always be close to my heart as this was my first date and the place my husband purposed to me (at the top of the Ferris wheel).

I loved shopping and walking around on 3rd street. It is just 3 blocks from the ocean so you can hear and smell the ocean as you shop. They have lots of store to look at and the street performers are so much fun too. The food is yummy and there are so many options of what to do no matter who you are or your age. You can even spot celebrities there on a good day.

The TN aquarium is the best. It is really big and full of exciting and new displays. The layout is easy to follow and great for all ages. The have a butterfly exhibit, large fish tanks, touch the shark display, and much more. You can spend the whole day and see everything. The IMAX 3D theater is so much too.

What an awesome themed hotel. The Choo Choo hotel is an old train station they have converted into a hotel. You can stay in a room or even an actual train locomotive. They have restaurants, shopping, museums, pools, and much more right inside your hotel. Plus there is a bus stop right the hotel that takes you downtown so no need to pay to park when you visit the aquarium or children's museum.

So much fun. This is a must stop for anyone traveling through TN with kids. You spend all day here and never get bored. It is big with lots of different room and activities. Make sure not to forget your camera cuz there is so much to see. There is music, coloring, discovery, and dress up for all ages.