Ripley's Believe It or Not! Gatlinburg in Gatlinburg, TN

800 Parkway • Gatlinburg, TN 37738
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Located in downtown Gatlinburg, you can't miss Ripley's three-story building that looks like it's beginning to crumble! Inside, there are over 500 of the world's strangest artifacts spread over dozens of exhibits. These unusual displays attract millions of visitors each year! Don't miss your chance to explore this unbelievable museum. The Ripley's Believe It or Not! Odditorium is fun for the whole family!

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from Ashley, one of our Gatlinburg Travel Experts
  • 16 themed galleries with over 500 incredible artifacts, exhibits, and more.
  • Great photo opportunities.
  • Family friendly.
  • Hands-on interactive exhibits.
  • Located in Downtown Gatlinburg.
  • Self-guided tour takes about 1.5 hours.
  • Wheelchair accessible and ADA compliant.
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Many bizarre items, unique art pieces, games and interactive displays. Take time to read the informative placards with each exhibit. Great indoor family fun, especially on a rainy or hot afternoon. Wear comfortable shoes and be prepared to climb a few stairs.

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from Ripley's Believe It or Not! Gatlinburg
A Must See for All! The All-New Ripley's Believe It or Not! is now open and back better (and stranger) than ever! See the weirdest and most remarkable items from around the world guaranteed to entertain and fascinate the entire family. The new renovation presents the adventurous spirit of Robert Ripley who traveled to over 200 countries to search for the odd and unusual. Full of unique exhibits, fun interactives, crazy art, incredible people, animals, and creatures plus much more. On the Parkway in Downtown Gatlinburg, just before traffic light #8.

Things you will see on your journey through the Odditorium include:
• Harry Potter Inspired Dragon made of recycled materials and Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry made from 602,000 matchsticks.
• A Crystal Mini Cooper
• A Two-Trucked African Elephant which had 2 fully developed useable trunks, Rare Albino Giraffe and many other unique animals from around the world.
• A Tribute Gallery to the Great Smoky Mountains featuring exhibits on Synchronized Fireflies, the Tallest Underground Waterfall and so much more.
• Ripley’s Warehouse featuring Megalodon Submarine Robot and Ancient Egyptian Mummy 2000 BC.
• Faraday Cage that features a Tesla Coil that emits lightning.
• Ripley’s Jungle featuring an Unusual Collections including a Shrunken Torso, Shrunken Heads, Instruments, Tribal Mask Collection plus amazing interactives
• Short T. Dangerously lost both of his legs at 2 years old, but he travels the world wowing audiences with acrobatic feats, performing handstands on bowling balls, and walking on fiery glass with his hands!
• Wadlow, the Tallest Man; Lucia Zarate, the Smallest Woman of All Time; Chamouni, the Incombustible Man plus many other amazing people from around the world.
• Unusual Art made from anything such as spices, Tennessee barbeque sauce, shotgun shells, license plates, many recycled materials plus more.
• Various Interactives that will excite and entertain throughout including Kaleidoscope Room, Optical Illusion Room, Rainbow Shadows, To the Moon and Back and more.

Located on the Parkway, just before traffic light #8.
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WINSLOW, IN
1 Review
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"Helpful staff, cool place!"
June 2019
We had purchased our tickets online and the staff was very friendly and helpful with fixing an issue. We loved the kaleidoscope room! Neat artifacts and cool facts throughout the whole building. Take the time to read about everything and do the little experiments, it is worth it.
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Tip: Kaleidoscope room.

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C S
1 Review
"Good for small children."
April 2019
Not at all what I expected. Mostly video and kid friendly props. Not very organized, just a bunch of mostly home made looking props with a few artifacts thrown in.
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David Gulley
Marion, IN
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"Very Pleased Traveler"
April 2019
Great web site for reservations. Reserve Direct has the best offers online. I did my research and I will be back. Thank you so much for making my vacation easier with more money in my pocket.
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Tip: If you want to save time and money this is the site to choose.

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Kimberly Hild
Huber heights, OH
2 Reviews
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"Great for kids!"
April 2019
Took my twin 7 year olds- expected to get through quickly like other things in the area, but they loved it and were entertained the whole time! Loved that the souvenir books were only $1.
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Tip: There are several floors and stairs to go on- but wasn’t bad. Allow plenty of time for the kids to play in the interactive section.

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jessica soliman
Johnson City, TN
2 Reviews
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"Fun !!!"
January 2019
The new renovations it great. I walked up and was amazed by the look. Had lots of fun there.
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Tip: Have time to go look at everything !!

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Tripster Customer
Johnson city , TN
1 Review
Verified Traveler
"Great time"
November 2018
The Ripley's in Gatlinburg has been completely redone. Almost everything is new and they have some local exhibits. I spent hours in there and I loved it.
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Tip: It takes time to see everything.

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Elizabeth Zook
Madison, TN
3 Reviews
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"Fun place"
October 2018
Loved the visit but wish they had a gift shop, wanted a magnet (I love magnets)
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Tip: Many unique things to see

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Susan Everett
Madisonville, TN
1 Review
Verified Traveler
"Short vacation"
August 2018
I took my 8 year old granddaughter. She didn't seem excited to go but once we were there she was interested in many of the exhibits. She took lots of photos with her phone to show when she got home and had a fun time.
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Tip: There is public parking behind the attraction and across the street. You can pay for the day and walk the main attraction area.

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JonathanJ174
Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States
"Truly bizzare"
TripAdvisor user rating 3 out of 5
Reviewed July 03, 2020 NEW
This museum is a testament of the bizzare, the incredible, and the weird. See a replica of some of the strangest looking people to ever walk the earth. Observe headhunting tools, and magical illusions up close and personal. It would likely be a better experience to go on a weekday as it was packed when I visited on a saturday.
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Sporty101
"Amazing time"
TripAdvisor user rating 5 out of 5
Reviewed June 26, 2020 NEW
Great time for whole family. Attractions and videos flowed seamlessly together. Will definitely recommend and come back.
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FloridaBeachbabe
Leesburg, Virginia
"Fun attraction"
TripAdvisor user rating 4 out of 5
Reviewed June 25, 2020 NEW
This location isn't as good or extensive as the original Ripley's location in St. Augustine, Florida, but it is a good way to spend a couple of hours on a hot afternoon.
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K4692FHcrystalm
"Great fun "
TripAdvisor user rating 4 out of 5
Reviewed June 24, 2020 NEW
This is the second Ripley’s we’ve been too. It is jam packed with interesting exhibits and hands on fun.
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dereksantiago
Madison, Alabama
"Ripley believe it or not"
TripAdvisor user rating 4 out of 5
Reviewed June 24, 2020 NEW
I enjoyed it bc they added new interactive things in the museum. It is easy to navigate through the museum. We enjoyed the museum.
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Ripley's Believe It or Not! Gatlinburg is located at 800 Parkway • Gatlinburg, TN 37738
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ripley's Believe It or Not! Gatlinburg

What are the hours of operation?
Sunday-Thursday | 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
Friday-Saturday | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM (midnight).

What can I find inside?
The Odditorium features over 500 mind-boggling exhibits, oddities, and curiosities, including:

  • Harry Potter Inspired Dragon made of recycled materials and Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry made from 602,000 matchsticks.
  • A Crystal Mini Cooper.
  • A Two-Trucked African Elephant which had two fully developed usable trunks, Rare Albino Giraffe and many other unique animals from around the world.
  • A Tribute Gallery to the Great Smoky Mountains featuring exhibits on Synchronized Fireflies, the Tallest Underground Waterfall and so much more.
  • Ripley’s Warehouse featuring Megalodon Submarine Robot and Ancient Egyptian Mummy 2000 BC.
  • Faraday Cage that features a Tesla Coil that emits lightning.
  • Ripley’s Jungle featuring an Unusual Collections including a Shrunken Torso, Shrunken Heads, Instruments, Tribal Mask Collection plus amazing interactives.
  • Short T. Dangerously lost both of his legs at two years old, but he travels the world wowing audiences with acrobatic feats, performing handstands on bowling balls, and walking on fiery glass with his hands!
  • Wadlow, the Tallest Man; Lucia Zarate, the Smallest Woman of All Time; Chamouni, the Incombustible Man plus many other amazing people from around the world.
  • Unusual Art made from anything such as spices, Tennessee barbeque sauce, shotgun shells, license plates, many recycled materials plus more.
  • Various Interactives that will excite and entertain throughout, including Kaleidoscope Room, Optical Illusion Room, Rainbow Shadows, To the Moon and Back, and more.
How long does it take to tour the Odditorium?
Visitors spend an average of 1.5 hours at this attraction.

Is there an elevator? 
Yes.

May I take pictures?
Yes, there are many great photo opportunities throughout the Odditorium.

Where can I park?
There are various pay parking lots in front of the Odditorium as well as on either side street beside the Odditorium.

Is the Odditorium wheelchair accessible?
The Odditorium is wheelchair and stroller friendly.


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