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Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Aquarium, Zoo, and Museum
Gatlinburg
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    Aldo M.
    "The Penguins were so awesome and the shark tunnel was off the chain!"(16 Tips)
    Examiner.com
    "Check out the Shark lagoon where sharks swim right over your head!"(6 Tips)
    Gabrielle M.
    "Loved the mermaid show and shark tunnel!"(7 Tips)
    Kathy F.
    "Great Aquarium Best one Yet...."(5 Tips)
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  • Stephen K.heart icon on user image
    Stephen KievitApril 3, 2017
    Very good attraction. But to o many people and no parking what so ever.
  • Ashley D.heart icon on user image
    Ashley DeanSeptember 20, 2018
    Shark Lagoon and StingRay five amazing!
  • sophia t.
    sophia tolozaJanuary 2, 2015
    Loved going here and I'd totally recommend going.
  • Ideen S.
    Ideen SolhtalabOctober 25, 2011
    Enjoy the mesmerizing shark walkway...with the music, sharks, and slow moving walkway, it feels a bit surreal.
  • Chris T.heart icon on user image
    Chris ThompsonFebruary 9, 2011
    To get the best photos, turn off your flash. Otherwise you'll see it reflected in every shot.
  • Jennifer B.heart icon on user image
    Jennifer BerryJuly 3, 2016
    The shark exhibit was AWESOME
  • Ben S.heart icon on user image
    Ben StoneMarch 29, 2013
    Great place for the family!!!
  • Stephanie H.
    Stephanie HawleySeptember 2, 2012
    This place has a larger variety of fish in better displays than SeaWorld! - seriously!
  • Adam C.
    Adam C.October 23, 2011
    Great aquarium! Try to avoid busy weekends or you can spend a lot of time waiting
  • Terrae S.
    Terrae SchroederApril 4, 2013
    Get your tickets ahead of time to avoid a big line!!!
  • Roland M.heart icon on user image
    Roland MartinoJuly 13, 2015
    I was actually surprised how good this aquarium was!
  • Judy S.heart icon on user image
    Judy SingletonAugust 22, 2017
    Everything
  • Crystal M.heart icon on user image
    Crystal MartinNovember 14, 2013
    Make sure you pet the Horshoe Crabs and Ray's!
  • Ashlee C.
    Ashlee ColeFebruary 14, 2015
    Wonderful, but WAY TOO CROWDED
  • Janet H.heart icon on user image
    Janet HillSeptember 22, 2017
    Sharks jellyfish penguins
  • Roman L.heart icon on user image
    Roman LetkoApril 3, 2015
    Sharks,more sharks and jellys 👍
  • VisitMySmokies
    VisitMySmokiesJuly 21, 2011
    Check out the shark lagoon and go see the sting rays! It's awesome. For more great attractions like this, visit our website. Read more
  • Kathy F.heart icon on user image
    Kathy FlemingAugust 19, 2016
    Great Aquarium Best one Yet....
  • Katy O.heart icon on user image
    Katy Orr-DoveNovember 23, 2016
    Penguin Exhibit is our kids favorite.
  • Christy L.
    Christy LiveryNovember 3, 2012
    Had a nice time especially being military it was 4.99 to get it!! Regular fee is 24.99.
  • Katie S.
    Katie SheetzMarch 11, 2012
    With military discount, only $4.99 OR $26 for all Ripley's attractions in Gatlinburg.
  • Sharon M.heart icon on user image
    Sharon MarionAugust 9, 2015
    Penguins are worth the admission!
  • Diane W.
    Diane WilliamsMay 29, 2014
    The best family attraction in the smokies!
  • Mike D.
    Mike DriehorstJuly 30, 2013
    Nice aquarium. Nothing unusual that'd you'd expect from Ripley's. Overall, overpriced not a good value. (Family of 6 with 2 priced as kids, a bit under $160.)
  • VisitMySmokies
    VisitMySmokiesMay 1, 2012
    The penguins are here! Go see them, you won't regret it!
  • David S.
    David SammonsDecember 24, 2011
    Very nice lay out. Very educational but pricey. However, the enjoyment my kids got out of it was priceless.
  • Lisa C.
    Lisa ConklinOctober 19, 2013
    Stay with Amazing View Cabins! They gave us a free ticket!
  • Amanda W.heart icon on user image
    Amanda WalkerAugust 25, 2014
    Penguins and the sharks was the best
  • V N.
    V NAugust 17, 2011
    Good place to take the kids & family. Live feeding show every hour.
  • Greenbrier Valley Vacations
    This place is a must when you visit the Smoky Mountains. You won't be disappointed!
  • Carra C.
    Carra CarrilloJanuary 7, 2019
    The penguins were cool, but was very small for $80 for 2 people.
  • Chris D.heart icon on user image
    Chris DauphinOctober 12, 2016
    Shark tunnel is awesome!
  • Ms. S.heart icon on user image
    Ms. SeymoreSeptember 28, 2016
    Shark the shark tunnel was awsome👍
  • mary p.
    mary pinsonAugust 30, 2014
    penguin playground!!
  • A S.heart icon on user image
    A SJune 15, 2016
    Not the best. With so many attractions in town, I would skip this one, unless you have kids that would enjoy the aquarium.
  • Kara W.
    Kara WillemsenAugust 2, 2013
    Military discount saved us a ton!
  • Steve H.
    Steve H.October 31, 2011
    Penguin display is great. Also the walk through tank.
  • Paula L.
    Paula Leal SmithMarch 15, 2012
    Military discount plus cabin pass= a sweet discount!!
  • Melissa B.heart icon on user image
    Melissa BeardDecember 6, 2013
    Had a blast! Saw some awesome sharks
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    JamyeAugust 17, 2014
    Loved the Stingrays:)
  • Xavier D.heart icon on user image
    Xavier DonnellyOctober 3, 2014
    Shark tunnel was great.
  • Lauren B.heart icon on user image
    Lauren BeasleySeptember 22, 2015
    Visit and take your time
  • Whitney O.
    Whitney OaksJanuary 28, 2012
    Military discount with ID is only $4.99 each!
  • Remy A.
    Remy AmedeeDecember 29, 2014
    Very good place!!!
  • Jennifer B.
    Jennifer BuntonAugust 7, 2013
    Shark exhibit is OUTSTANDING!!!
  • Jessica T.
    Jessica TharpeFebruary 23, 2013
    Locals get 1/2 off tickets!
  • Megan
    MeganOctober 13, 2012
    Great Military discount!
  • Amy W.
    Amy WitzAugust 10, 2012
    Don't miss the tunnel. Very cool.
  • Examiner.com
    Examiner.comMay 19, 2011
    Check out the Shark lagoon where sharks swim right over your head! Read more
  • Christian V.heart icon on user image
    Christian VilasAugust 14, 2015
    Garra Rula attraction was fun
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