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Welcome to Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies
88 River Rd
Gatlinburg, TN
Monday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies brings the beauty of the ocean to the mountains with a 340-foot shark tunnel, thousands of sea creatures, and a state-of-the-art Penguin Playhouse. This incredible aquarium facility is 115,000 square feet of pure adventure & wonder.
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Set aside at least 2.5 hours to explore this amazing facility
88 River Rd
Gatlinburg, TN
Monday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies brings the beauty of the ocean to the mountains with a 340-foot shark tunnel, thousands of sea creatures, and a state-of-the-art Penguin Playhouse.
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There are thousands of sea creatures to see in the aquarium
88 River Rd
Gatlinburg, TN
Monday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies brings the beauty of the ocean to the mountains with a 340-foot shark tunnel, thousands of sea creatures, and a state-of-the-art Penguin Playhouse. Get your phones out. The photo opportunities are endless here.
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One of the coolest experiences is the 340-foot-long underwater shark tunnel
88 River Rd
Gatlinburg, TN
Monday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies brings the beauty of the ocean to the mountains with a 340-foot shark tunnel, thousands of sea creatures, and a state-of-the-art Penguin Playhouse. There are 2 walkways in the shark tunnel. One moving walkway and one regular walkway for those who want to take their time.
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The Glass Bottom Boat Adventure is a unique way to see the sharks from above
88 River Rd
Gatlinburg, TN
Monday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies brings the beauty of the ocean to the mountains with a 12-foot shark tunnel, thousands of sea creatures, and a state-of-the-art Penguin Playhouse. The glass bottom boat adventure is a fun add on and a great way to see the sharks from above after you see them from the tunnel below.
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The deep sea creatures are incredible to see up close
88 River Rd
Gatlinburg, TN
Monday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies brings the beauty of the ocean to the mountains with a 340-foot shark tunnel, thousands of sea creatures, and a state-of-the-art Penguin Playhouse. There are over 350 species among the 10,000 creatures that dwell in this aquarium.
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The Ring of Fire is an educational exhibit that teaches about the Pacific Isles
88 River Rd
Gatlinburg, TN
Monday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies brings the beauty of the ocean to the mountains with a 340-foot shark tunnel, thousands of sea creatures, and a state-of-the-art Penguin Playhouse. More than just a viewing experience, Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies has multiple interactive exhibits that both educate and entertain.
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The Penguin Playhouse is a crowd favorite
88 River Rd
Gatlinburg, TN
Monday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies brings the beauty of the ocean to the mountains with a 340-foot shark tunnel, thousands of sea creatures, and a state-of-the-art Penguin Playhouse. This is an indoor/outdoor habitat that lets you get up close with the penguins. Plus, there are daily Penguin Parades at 1:15 p.m.
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Stop by Stingray Bay for a hands-on experience
88 River Rd
Gatlinburg, TN
Monday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies brings the beauty of the ocean to the mountains with a 340-foot shark tunnel, thousands of sea creatures, and a state-of-the-art Penguin Playhouse. There is even a fun add-on option to feed the stingrays.
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Your self-guided tour ends at the Cargo Hold Gift Shop
88 River Rd
Gatlinburg, TN
Monday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies brings the beauty of the ocean to the mountains with a 340-foot shark tunnel, thousands of sea creatures, and a state-of-the-art Penguin Playhouse. You’re sure to find your favorite sea creature to take home here. There is an amazing variety of keepsakes.