Located in Gatlinburg, Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies is an immersive experience that brings visitors face-to-face with marine life from around the world. The aquarium is renowned for its Shark Lagoon, a tunnel that allows visitors to walk through a tank filled with various species of sharks, rays, and fish. Other notable exhibits include the Penguin Playhouse and the Coral Reef. The aquarium is dedicated to conservation efforts and offers educational programs to inspire marine stewardship.
Species Count
350
Notable Animals
Sand Tiger Shark, Green Sea Turtle, Giant Pacific Octopus, Redtail Catfish, White-Blotched River Stingray, Silver Arowana, Axolotl, Ripsaw Catfish, Macaroni Penguin, Gentoo Penguin, Clown Triggerfish, Regal Blue Tang, Peacock Bass, Red-Bellied Pacu, Cownose Ray, Spotted Eagle Ray, Southern Stingray, Moon Jelly, Poison Dart Frog, Giant Spider Crab
Exhibits
Tropical Rainforest, Coral Reef, Stingray Bay, Touch Jellies, Shark Lagoon, Penguin Playhouse, Discovery Center
Location
Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies
88 River Rd, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
(865) 430-8808