Ripley's Haunted Adventure

Ripley's Haunted Adventure is a year-round haunted house on the Gatlinburg Parkway. The story goes that the building was once the Grimsby & Streaper Casket Company, closed after both owners mysteriously disappeared. Today, live actors, dark hallways, and themed rooms bring that story to life every day of the year, so you don't have to wait for October to get scared.

What to expect

You'll walk through themed rooms and pitch-black hallways while live actors stay in character and jump out when you least expect it. Special effects, sounds, and surprises keep the scares coming from the first room to the last. It's a real scare, more intense than a family-friendly spook house, but built for fun rather than gore.

Ripley's doesn't admit children under 6, and kids ages 6 to 11 must be with an adult. It isn't a good fit for anyone sensitive to jump scares, dark spaces, or flashing lights.

Fright Nights in October

Every October, Ripley's turns up the scares with Fright Nights, special Halloween-season shows with more actors and a new theme on fall weekends. It's the most popular time to go, so plan ahead. Check ripleys.com for this year's dates.

Tickets

Buy tickets online at ripleys.com or at the door. Online tickets come by email, so there's nothing to print. Ask at the counter about discounts for military, seniors, and other groups. Visiting more than one Ripley's attraction? Combo tickets usually save money. Check ripleys.com for current prices.

Hours and getting there

Ripley's Haunted Adventure is open every day of the year, with hours that change by season. Check ripleys.com before you go. It sits at 908 Parkway near traffic light #8 in downtown Gatlinburg, an easy walk from much of the strip. See our tips for parking in downtown Gatlinburg, or ride the Gatlinburg Trolley.

Tips for your visit

Go after dark — the scares feel even bigger at night.

Know your group — 6 is the minimum age, but some young kids will still find it too scary.

Bring friends — there's safety in numbers, and it's more fun in a group.

Bundle your tickets — pair it with Ripley's Aquarium or Ripley's Believe It or Not! for a better deal.

Ripley's Haunted Adventure or Mysterious Mansion?

Gatlinburg has two year-round haunted houses. Ripley's Haunted Adventure, on the Parkway, is a high-energy walk-through with themed rooms and effects. Mysterious Mansion, on River Road, is an old-school, self-guided scare inside a Victorian-style mansion. Haunted house fans often do both on the same night.

More Ripley's attractions in Gatlinburg

Ripley's runs several attractions within walking distance of each other, including Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, Ripley's Believe It or Not!, mini golf, a mirror maze, and a moving theater. See our guide to all the Ripley's attractions in Gatlinburg.

Nearby

The haunted house sits in the middle of downtown. See famous movie cars at the Hollywood Star Cars Museum, ride to the top of the Space Needle, or play some games at Arcadia. For more evening ideas, see our guide to things to do in Gatlinburg at night and all things to do in Gatlinburg.

Frequently asked questions

Is Ripley's Haunted Adventure open year-round?

Yes. It's open every day of the year, with special Fright Nights shows in October.

How old do you have to be?

At least 6. Children ages 6 to 11 must be with an adult.

How long does it take?

Most groups walk through in about 20 to 30 minutes.

How scary is it?

It's a real scare, with live actors, darkness, and jump scares, but it's made for fun rather than extreme horror.

Where is Ripley's Haunted Adventure?

At 908 Parkway, near traffic light #8 in downtown Gatlinburg.

Do I need to print my tickets?

No. Online tickets come by email and can be shown on your phone.