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Ripley's Believe It or Not! Odditorium

800 Parkway · Gatlinburg, TN

Why you should go…

This Odditorium houses hundreds of curiosities collected from around the world, from shrunken heads to a genuine section of the Berlin Wall, spread across ten themed galleries. A 3D vortex tunnel and mirror maze add a bit of disorientation on the way through.

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Good to know

General museums guidance

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

  • Check the special exhibition separately

    Touring shows usually carry their own ticket and their own opening hours, listed apart from general admission.

  • Look for the free window

    Many museums run community days, member evenings, or discounted late openings. It is worth a look before you pay full price.

  • Travel light through the door

    Large bags and backpacks often have to go to a coat check, and lines for it move slowly at opening.

  • Weekday mornings beat weekend afternoons

    School groups clear out by early afternoon midweek, while weekends stay busy from late morning on.

What's around here?

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