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What's included

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

What's not included

Turtle Time Encounter
Glass Bottom Boat
Penguin Paintings & Encounter
Parking (available to pay onsite)

Important information

* Your tickets are valid on any date during normal opening hours * No re-entry is allowed on the same day * The Aquarium is stroller-friendly, please refer to the policy in Additional Information
  • 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
Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday Closed
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
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.