GATLINBURG, Tenn. (WATE) — Ripley’s Aquarium in the Smokies hosts Sensory Friendly Nights! The aquarium has earned Champion status through CAN (Champion Autism Network). CAN is awarded to ...

GATLINBURG, Tenn. (WATE) — While there are hundreds of tourist attractions in Gatlinburg, the Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies is among the biggest. It first opened its doors in 2000 and has become ...

Tennessee is packed with activities for kids of all ages, from theme parks and interactive museums to outdoor adventures.

GATLINBURG, Tenn. (WATE) — A black bear was caught on camera roaming around Ripley’s Aquarium in Gatlinburg late Monday night. WATE’s Ken Weathers spotted the bear on one of our weather cameras. The ...

Have you ever dreamed of having a sleepover with tuxedo-clad penguins? If so, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, is ready to make those dreams come true with their Pints and ...

Amy Lynn takes us to Gatlinburg for a visit to the popular Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. She talks with Chuck Winstead about some upcoming activities and events. To plan your visit, check out ...

Another rare lobster has been saved from becoming someone's dinner. Staff at a Red Lobster restaurant in Meridian, Mississippi, recently found an orange lobster among its shellfish — and contacted ...

Ten bucks is all you need to enjoy 8 of Ripley's attractions, if you live in Tennessee. If you have Tennessee photo ID, driver's license, or student ID from a Tennessee college or university, you can ...