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Ripley's Aquarium of Myrtle Beach

1110 Celebrity Cir · Myrtle Beach, SC

Why you should go…

Ripley's Aquarium sits inside Broadway at the Beach and centers on a 750,000-gallon tank crossed by a slow-moving glass tunnel walkway. Sharks, sawfish, and sea turtles glide overhead while separate galleries hold jellyfish, seahorses, and a touch tank. Daily dive shows narrate feedings for visitors gathered around the main tank.

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  • #marine life
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  • #indoor

Good to know

General attractions guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Book the time slot, not just the ticket

    Timed entry is now the norm at big-draw attractions, and online tickets are often cheaper than the gate.

  • Grab the daily schedule on arrival

    Feeding times, keeper talks, and shows run on a posted timetable that changes day to day.

  • The first hour is the quietest

    Queues build through late morning and peak after lunch, so an early start buys you the shortest waits.

  • Budget past the ticket price

    Parking, lockers, strollers, and food inside the gates are common extras worth planning for.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Ripley's Aquarium of Myrtle Beach, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

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  • Sightseeing
    Iconic

    Myrtle Beach, SC

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