Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies: Entry Ticket

Board a glass bottom boat to view the Shark Lagoon

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Duration2 hrs

LocationGatlinburg

AccessibilityWheelchair accessible

Venue hours

Opening times

Venue hours and ticket availability are checked separately.

Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Today · Fri, Jul 31: 09:00 – 22:00
Sat, Aug 1: 09:00 – 22:00
Sun, Aug 2: 09:00 – 22:00
Mon, Aug 3: 09:00 – 21:00
Tue, Aug 4: 09:00 – 21:00
Wed, Aug 5: 09:00 – 21:00
Thu, Aug 6: 09:00 – 21:00

Local time · America/New_York

The experience

Board a glass bottom boat to view 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.

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

Not included

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

Where to go

Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

88 River Road

View meeting point mapLocal timezone: America/New_York

Before you book

Important visitor information

Must know

Your ticket are valid for 1-year after purchase during regular operating hours

No re-entry is allowed on the same day

The Aquarium is stroller-friendly, please refer to the policy in Additional Information

Before purchase

Children under 3 enter for free and do not require a ticket

Tickets are valid for 1-year after purchase

Good to know

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