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Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies: Entry Ticket

Board a glass bottom boat to view the Shark Lagoon

Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
Open today: 09:00 - 21:00
Duration: 2h
Wheelchair accessible
Provider: Tiqets International B.V.
Registered address: James Wattstraat 77-P, 1097 DL, Amsterdam, NL
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Admission to Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
Access to the Upper and Lower level exhibits
Discovery Center Touch Tank
Sting Ray Bay
Penguin Playhouse
Daily live shows - check the schedule upon arrival
Turtle Time Encounter
Glass Bottom Boat
Penguin Paintings & Encounter
Parking (available to pay onsite)
  • Discover the latest exhibit, 'Touch Jellies!' to interact with mysterious moon jellies
  • View African penguins, eager to welcome visitors and their aquatic friends
  • Board the glass bottom boat, with only three inches of glass between you and the Shark Lagoon

Discover the wonders of Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, where you can explore the underwater world and interact with marine life like rays and sea turtles.

Get up close to a variety of sea creatures, including sharks, jellies, and eels, while knowledgeable staff offer hands-on experiences and behind-the-scenes encounters.

With thousands of marine creatures from over 350 species, this aquarium is a must-visit destination in Gatlinburg.

Scan your smartphone ticket at the entrance.

  • You'll find paid parking nearby and in many other spots around Gatlinburg

Stroller Guidelines:

  • Permitted Strollers: Standard strollers are always permitted at Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.
  • Restricted Stroller Types: Wagons, wagon strollers, side by side strollers, push cars, and ride-ons are not permitted. This ensures that guests of all ages and abilities can maneuver through the Aquarium safely.
  • The changes aim to facilitate easier navigation through the Aquarium, allowing all guests to view animals and exhibits up close and with greater ease.
  • Exemptions: Guests requiring specialty strollers or wagons for medical or sensory purposes are exempt from this policy
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
Thursday 09:00 - 21:00
Friday 09:00 - 22:00
Saturday 09:00 - 22:00
Sunday 09:00 - 22:00
Monday 09:00 - 21:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 21:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 21:00
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
88 River Road, 37738, Gatlinburg
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  • Get a full refund if you select a refundable ticket during checkout and cancel until 23:59 the day before you visit.
  • Rescheduling is not possible for this ticket.

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Angie,  United States United States
12 Jun 2024
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Patricia,  United States United States
15 Jun 2024
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21 Jun 2024
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