Ripley's Aquariums

Ripley's Aquariums

As soon as you step into a Ripley’s Aquarium, with its whimsical and lively atmosphere, you know you're not at your typical aquarium! Our mission is to provide a world-class experience that fosters the conservation and research of our natural world through environmental education and exceptional animal care, inspiring and providing fun for visitors of all ages through immersive learning and unforgettable experiences. Since 1997, Ripley’s Aquariums have been committed to providing the highest standard of care for our animals and creating a space that sparks curiosity, curates a sense of wonder, and inspires action. Swim over to one of our three locations to come face-to-face with thousands of fascinating fish and menacing sea creatures, everything from piranhas to sea turtles, to jellies, octopi, moray eels, giant sharks, and much more!

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Bandit’s Inspiring Reunion with Special Guest at Ripley’s Aquarium
Animals
Ripley's Aquariums

Bandit’s Inspiring Reunion with Special Guest at Ripley’s Aquarium

A sea turtle whose journey to recovery is as inspiring as it is extraordinary.

Meet Bandit, the Turtle Who's Stealing Our Hearts!
Animals
Ripley's Aquariums

Meet Bandit, the Turtle Who's Stealing Our Hearts!

Say "Shell-o" to Ripley's Aquarium of Myrtle Beach's newest superstar.

10 Most Underrated Animals at Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada
Animals
Ripley's Aquariums

10 Most Underrated Animals at Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada

These under-the-radar critters are more JAW-some than you realize!

The Mysterious World of Jellies
Animals
Ripley's Aquariums

The Mysterious World of Jellies

A deep dive into one of the Aquarium’s most mysterious creatures.

The More You Know: Mangroves
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Ripley's Aquariums

The More You Know: Mangroves

There's more that lies beneath the surface of these gravity-defying habitats!

Rip, the Historic Sand Tiger Shark, Turns Two!
Animals
Ripley's Aquariums

Rip, the Historic Sand Tiger Shark, Turns Two!

Just in time for his second birthday, Rip can now be seen at Ripley's Aquarium of Myrtle Beach!

Researchers Spot and Film Ocean’s Deepest-Dwelling Fish
Animals
Ripley's Aquariums

Researchers Spot and Film Ocean’s Deepest-Dwelling Fish

Spotted five miles below the ocean's surface in the Izu-Ogasawara Trench near Japan.

Are Drones the Answer to Saving the Whales?
Science & Technology
Ripley's Aquariums

Are Drones the Answer to Saving the Whales?

Ships often don’t know what kind of creatures lurk beneath the water until they accidentally run into them.

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Ripley's Cartoon of the Day

Sunday Cartoon! - February 2, 2025

Cartoon of the Day

NASA has an Office of Planetary Protection, just in case we ever find life on other plants.

Ripley's Cartoon of the Day

Robert Ripley began the Believe It or Not! cartoon in 1918. Today, Kieran Castaño is the eighth artist to continue the legacy of illustrating the world's longest-running syndicated cartoon!