Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies
88 River Rd, Gatlinburg, TN 37738 | (865) 430-8808 | ripleysaquariumofthesmokies.com
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Overview
At Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies, Marvel at every creature of the ocean without getting wet! From playful penguins to fierce-looking sharks, this amazing aquatic world is educational and fun… the highlight of downtown Gatlinburg.
A full day of fun is just a short walk or trolley ride away. Explore all the areas in the aquarium including Tropical Rainforest, Ocean Realm, Systems Controls, Coral Reef, Shark Lagoon, Discovery Center, the Gallery of the Seas, Stingray Bay, Touch a Ray Bay and our Penguin Playhouse.
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Mermaid Slumber Party
Join us for a one-of-a-kind Mermaid Slumber Party! Sleep under the sea in our Shark Lagoon tunnel, and meet the marvelous mermaids of Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies! ...
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Breakfast With A Mermaid
Have you ever wanted to meet a mermaid? Now is your chance! Join us for Breakfast with a Mermaid at Ripley's Aquarium in Gatlinburg. Breakfast includes scrambled eggs, bacon, bi...
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Annual Trick or Treat Kickoff Karnival
The Ripley's Haunted Adventure and Pepsi will sponsor the annual Halloween Trick or Treat Kickoff Karnival on the plaza of Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies on October 31st – (H...
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Sensory-Friendly Nights At The Aquarium
Join us for a quieter experience at Ripley's Aquarium! Several nights a year at Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies in Gatlinburg, they turn down the extra music and lighting to cr...
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Sleep With The Sharks at Ripley’s Aquarium
Do sharks sleep? Find out for yourself when you spend the night at Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies. After a fun-filled night including a late night snack, scavenger hunt, and la...
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