Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach

Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach wants you to “sea” things differently! Located in Broadway at the Beach—the city’s premiere entertainment, dining, and shopping complex—the Aquarium offers hours of family fun 365 days a year! 

Discover an extraordinary world filled with marine life at Ripley’s Penguin Playhouse and Ocean Wonders Gallery, our new exhibits. Explore the fascinating lives of adorable South African penguins as they waddle, swim, and play in their natural habitat. Then, don’t miss the Ocean Wonders Gallery, where you’ll encounter breathtaking species from across the globe. With eight brand-new tanks, a 50-foot-long floor-to-ceiling viewing glass, and a 360-degree crawl tunnel, this expansion is a true marvel.

For a limited time only, brace yourself for an epic adventure in our Savage Seas traveling gallery. Discover the untold stories of sea monsters, shipwrecks, and fearless pirates. This interactive exhibit is a thrill for the brave explorers among us, so make sure to visit before it disappears!

But the excitement doesn’t end there. Our permanent galleries offer an array of awe-inspiring experiences. Therefore, immerse yourself in the heart-pounding thrill of the Dangerous Reef shark tank, where you’ll come face-to-face with massive sharks, graceful stingrays, Gabby the green sea turtle, and a mesmerizing array of other marine creatures! Ride the winding glidepath through the tunnel, and you’ll feel as though you’re venturing through the depths of the ocean.

At Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach, the magic of the sea is waiting to be discovered. So, join us on this enchanting adventure and prepare to be amazed by the wonders of our underwater world. It’s an experience you won’t soon forget.

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