Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, opened in 2000 in downtown Gatlinburg, is run by the Ripley Entertainment company. A moving walkway carries visitors through an underwater tunnel of sharks, sea turtles and rays, and other galleries show a coral reef, penguins, jellyfish and touch tanks with horseshoe crabs and stingrays.
Good to know
- Opening hours
- Mon–Sun 09:00–21:00
- Price
- From $44.69
Tickets for Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
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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
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Frequently asked questions
Is Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies free?
No. Tickets start at $44.69.
What are the opening hours of Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies?
Opening hours: Mon–Sun 09:00–21:00.
Where can I buy tickets for Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies?
Tickets are sold online by Tiqets, from $44.69.