Ripley’s® Aquarium of the Smokies is overflowing with life — their 10,000 exotic sea creatures comprise more than 350 individual species. With 1.4 million gallons of saltwater, the aquarium features 12-foot sharks in the world’s longest underwater tunnel. There are more fish in this aquarium than there are people living in the entire town of Gatlinburg! Although Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies is hundreds of miles from the ocean, the scenic beauty and the abundance of water all around make the town of Gatlinburg a “natural” location for a world-class aquarium, America’s most fun aquarium.
Explore Shark Lagoon on their Glass Bottom Boat Adventure, touch the smooth back of a stingray at Touch-A-Ray Bay, discover the plethora of animals that call the Rainforest home, and be amazed by the schooling fish of the Ocean Realm, from the Coral Reef to the oddities and species living under the sea. Plus, the Penguin Playhouse showcases the playful personalities of the resident penguins, part of an endangered species of African Penguins!
This multi-level attraction will guarantee hours of educational entertainment for the whole family, so be sure to take advantage of all of the hands-on experiences and interactive exhibits during your visit. Also, you can bundle and save on multiple Ripley's attractions in Gatlinburg to get the best value for your money!
