Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Making Memories that Last! Spectacular underwater tunnel with 12-foot sharks, giant sea turtle and thousands of exotic sea creatures! Playful penguins, dive/feeding shows, touch stingrays and jellyfish plus more!

• Experience Sleeping With the Sharks
• Educational Programs
• Penguin Encounter and Painting programs
• Marvel at 12-foot sharks, a giant sea turtle, thousands of exotic sea creatures and playful penguins as you enjoy the Most Spectacular, State-of-the-Art Underwater Tunnels
• Touch Jellyfish & Stingrays
• Play in the New 3-Story Discovery Treehouse & Play Center
• Experience a ride over Shark Lagoon in the New Glass Bottom Boat
• Family Fun, Interactive, and much, much more

Open 365 days a year. Memorial-Labor Day Mon-Thur » 9:00am to 10:00pm Fri-Sun » 9:00am to 11:00pm Labor Day – New Year’s Day Mon-Thur » 9:00am to 9:00pm Fri-Sun » 9:00am to 10:00