Ripleys Attractions!
RIPLEY’S AQUARIUM of the SMOKIES-
As I have written in the past, I am a big aquarium enthusiast. This aquarium was so hands-on and interactive it was literally mind blowing. With two stories housing 11 exhibits there was sure to be something to please everyone.
The newest exhibit being Perfect Predators: Sharks! In this exhibit, You have 30 Hands-on Interactive Displays which challenge young and old minds alike. This was my husbands favorite exhibit and we almost had to drag him out of it. We enjoyed stopping by each display and learning many new things.. and seeing some very unusual sharks! If you want a reason to go here.. do it for the sharks! Kids LOVE them!
Another favorite was the Penguin Playhouse! Well this was MY favorite. This exhibit was so unique! You can crawl through tunnels and see these amazing birds in their huge indoor and outdoor habitat! View penguins from above and below the water in this unique and interactive exhibit. Pop up on the penguins’ private beach and get nose-to-beak! Also with an outside area you are sure to have a good view of the penguins! They even had a small play area for tots which entertained my son while we listened to the employee give a few fun facts about the penguins!
Looking through the pictures we took.. I keep forgetting about all the stuff there actually is! There is a huge pool that you can look down onto the sharks as well which I have never seen anything like it. That is the kind of stuff other aquarium offer in the "Behind the scenes tours"... This is my favorite attraction in the Gatlinburg area!
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.
RIPLEY’S BELIEVE IT OR NOT! ODDITORIUM
You can't miss this wacky attraction which is right on the main strip in Gatlinburg. It features three stories of over 500 Outstanding and incredible Artifacts from around the World. This exhibit is very interesting and we consider it very time consuming because we like taking our time and reading about each thing!
Bring your camera for many GREAT picture opportunities and this is also very kid-friendly and intrigues little minds as well.
I don't want to give away too much but have you seen a shrunken human head? Well you will..
GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS MUSEUM
As a child, I was a huge fan of the books. I ALWAYS got the new one at the school book store and spent days reading.. and re-reading all the records. Wondering if I would be in the book someday? I haven't made it yet.. but maybe one day!
I am excited to instill the dream of making it into the book into our son. We loved the museum and literally could have stayed inside forever reading about each persons accomplishments! We watch the show at home religiously but experiencing the excitement of the museum was enough to guarantee we will be back..
Maybe next time with our names on the wall for something funny!?
RIPLEY’S MARVELOUS MIRROR MAZE
So you think this is just a little mirror maze? Think again!
Encounter surprising corners, dead ends and continuous circles! Guaranteeing you a new experience each time you try!
We enjoyed this exhibit .. well my son and I did.. My husband kept getting frustrated when he could swear his way was the right way.. and well I was right about 99% of the time! Just listen to me next time, honey! haha
PS- Take your time! Your kids will love to lead the way!
BTW:
Dont forget to stop by Ripley’s Candy Factory which has hundreds of your favorite candies, from old time classics to the latest treats!
RIPLEY’S OLD MACDONALD’S FARM MINI-GOLF
No no.. you haven't missed it! This Ripley Attraction is located about 10-15 minutes away in the city of Sevierville. It is SO worth the drive and its only down the parkway which takes your through Pigeon Forge so PLENTY of places to stop and sights to see along the way! When you see pigs flying.. you have arrived.
This is the MOST family-friendly mini-golf with all three miniature golf courses feature animated barnyard characters, water features and interactive elements at every turn. So it even appealed to my tot who squealed at each new hole anxiously awaiting the new surprises!
If you enjoy mini-golf I do suggest the drive to get the FULL experience that your kids deserve! We will be going back.. as my tot is insisting on it since he was in tears when we had to leave!
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