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FAQ

Can I purchase tickets online?

Yes, Click Here to purchase tickets and skip the line!

Do I need to make a reservation or book a time slot?

Reservations are not required! Tickets are valid for one year from date of purchase.

Click here to buy online!

Do I have to print my tickets if I purchased them online?

No, tickets do not need to be printed. You will be able to retrieve your tickets directly from your phone once you receive them in your email.

What forms of payment do you accept?

We accept cash, American Express, Discover, Mastercard, and Visa. No personal checks.

Do you offer group rates?

Discounted rates are available for any group of 10 or more paying guests. Reserve your rate today! Please see our Group Page for more information.

Can I set up a class trip?

Field Trips are always welcome! We offer discounted rates for all students through high school and supplemental education materials for teachers and homeschooling guests.

We offer the following discounted rates for school trips:

Combo Ticket: Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium + Ripley’s Marvelous Mirror Maze

  • $12.00 per student
  • $17.00 per teacher/chaperone

Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium

  • $11.00 per student
  • $16.00 per teacher/chaperone

Please see our Group Page for more information.

Do you host birthday parties?

Yes, we do! Please see our Group Page for more information.

What can I find inside?

The weirdest place in Ocean City! Inside the Ocean City Odditorium you will find everything from an authentic shrunken head to the world’s rarest egg, two-headed animals, a mind-warping tunnel, and unique works of art. The Odditorium consists of 16 themed galleries containing over 500 mind-boggling exhibits, oddities, and curiosities!

How long does it take to tour the Odditorium?

It takes approximately 1 to 2 hours to tour the Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium.

Our Attractions are self-guided, allowing you to walk through at your own pace. Everyone’s experience is different. You can enjoy the Attraction leisurely or embark on a quick tour. Stay for as long or as little as you like!

Can I take pictures?

Pictures and video are encouraged! We have several great photo opportunities throughout the Odditorium; be sure to share your experience on social media and tag @RipleysBelieveItorNot so we can see your post!

Is the Odditorium wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the Odditorium is wheelchair and stroller friendly, with an elevator for guests to use.

Where can I park?

Paid parking prices vary throughout the year.

  • April 1 – October 1: Paid parking is available in the inlet parking lot.
  • October 2 – March 31: Parking is FREE Mondays – Thursdays and PAID Fridays – Sundays.

Guests also have the option of utilizing the Ocean City Public Transportation Buses.

There is also a Park and Ride one mile away from the Odditorium on the other side of the bridge. Guests can park their car for free and ride the bus for $3.00 over the bridge. The bus stop is two blocks away from the Odditorium.

Do you offer any discounts?

We offer 25% off for active military, veterans, and first responders. Their immediate family (spouses and children) receive 20% off.

To receive the discount please mention the savings upon arrival and show proper ID. This discount is only available at the ticket counter and cannot be purchased online.

Limited-time offers and promotions are shared via our mailing list. Sign up today!

Do you have a souvenir/gift shop?

Yes, we have a souvenir and gift shop located inside the Mirror Maze lobby.

What procedures do you have in place to minimize the spread of illness among guests?

We take thorough steps to keep our attractions safe and promote a healthy environment. To protect our guests and associates, and prevent the spread of illness, we employ rigorous sanitation standards and robust cleaning procedures, including:

  • Extensive training on maintaining a safe and hygienic workplace and environment for our guests.
  • Appropriate personal protective clothing for those who are assigned cleaning duties.
  • Procedures for cleaning and disinfection of areas throughout the day and where illness has been suspected or reported.
  • Quick response to spills, trash, and other situations.
  • Daily sanitation procedures for everything, including bathrooms, faucets and sinks, benches and trash cans.

We trust you to make your own choice as to whether you want to wear a face mask and ask that you respect the choices of our other guests.

We closely monitor local, state, and national public health authorities, and take their guidance when additional preventive measures are needed. An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. COVID-19 is an extremely contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and death. By visiting Ripley’s Attractions, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19.

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ADDRESS

Pier Building on the Boardwalk
401 S. Atlantic Avenue
Ocean City, MD 21842

HOURS

OCEANS CALLING FESTIVAL HOURS:
THURSDAY: CLOSED
FRIDAY–SUNDAY: 12:00 – 7:00 p.m.*
MONDAY: CLOSED
*Open to Oceans Calling Festival attendees only

REGULAR HOURS:
SUNDAYS–THURSDAYS: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
FRIDAYS–SATURDAYS: 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

QUESTIONS?

You can give us a call, send us an email, or drop us a line in the form below.

Phone: (410) 289-5600
Email: ocinfo@ripleys.com

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FAQ

Can I purchase tickets online?

Yes, Click Here to purchase tickets and skip the line!

Do I need to make a reservation or book a time slot?

Reservations are not required! Tickets are valid for one year from date of purchase.

Click here to buy online!

Do I have to print my tickets if I purchased them online?

No, tickets do not need to be printed. You will be able to retrieve your tickets directly from your phone once you receive them in your email.

What forms of payment do you accept?

We accept cash, American Express, Discover, Mastercard, and Visa. No personal checks.

Do you offer group rates?

Discounted rates are available for any group of 10 or more paying guests. Reserve your rate today! Please see our Group Page for more information.

Can I set up a class trip?

Field Trips are always welcome! We offer discounted rates for all students through high school and supplemental education materials for teachers and homeschooling guests.

We offer the following discounted rates for school trips:

Combo Ticket: Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium + Ripley’s Marvelous Mirror Maze

  • $12.00 per student
  • $17.00 per teacher/chaperone

Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium

  • $11.00 per student
  • $16.00 per teacher/chaperone

Please see our Group Page for more information.

Do you host birthday parties?

Yes, we do! Please see our Group Page for more information.

What can I find inside?

The weirdest place in Ocean City! Inside the Ocean City Odditorium you will find everything from an authentic shrunken head to the world’s rarest egg, two-headed animals, a mind-warping tunnel, and unique works of art. The Odditorium consists of 16 themed galleries containing over 500 mind-boggling exhibits, oddities, and curiosities!

How long does it take to tour the Odditorium?

It takes approximately 1 to 2 hours to tour the Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium.

Our Attractions are self-guided, allowing you to walk through at your own pace. Everyone’s experience is different. You can enjoy the Attraction leisurely or embark on a quick tour. Stay for as long or as little as you like!

Can I take pictures?

Pictures and video are encouraged! We have several great photo opportunities throughout the Odditorium; be sure to share your experience on social media and tag @RipleysBelieveItorNot so we can see your post!

Is the Odditorium wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the Odditorium is wheelchair and stroller friendly, with an elevator for guests to use.

Where can I park?

Paid parking prices vary throughout the year.

  • April 1 – October 1: Paid parking is available in the inlet parking lot.
  • October 2 – March 31: Parking is FREE Mondays – Thursdays and PAID Fridays – Sundays.

Guests also have the option of utilizing the Ocean City Public Transportation Buses.

There is also a Park and Ride one mile away from the Odditorium on the other side of the bridge. Guests can park their car for free and ride the bus for $3.00 over the bridge. The bus stop is two blocks away from the Odditorium.

Do you offer any discounts?

We offer 25% off for active military, veterans, and first responders. Their immediate family (spouses and children) receive 20% off.

To receive the discount please mention the savings upon arrival and show proper ID. This discount is only available at the ticket counter and cannot be purchased online.

Limited-time offers and promotions are shared via our mailing list. Sign up today!

Do you have a souvenir/gift shop?

Yes, we have a souvenir and gift shop located inside the Mirror Maze lobby.

What procedures do you have in place to minimize the spread of illness among guests?

We take thorough steps to keep our attractions safe and promote a healthy environment. To protect our guests and associates, and prevent the spread of illness, we employ rigorous sanitation standards and robust cleaning procedures, including:

  • Extensive training on maintaining a safe and hygienic workplace and environment for our guests.
  • Appropriate personal protective clothing for those who are assigned cleaning duties.
  • Procedures for cleaning and disinfection of areas throughout the day and where illness has been suspected or reported.
  • Quick response to spills, trash, and other situations.
  • Daily sanitation procedures for everything, including bathrooms, faucets and sinks, benches and trash cans.

We trust you to make your own choice as to whether you want to wear a face mask and ask that you respect the choices of our other guests.

We closely monitor local, state, and national public health authorities, and take their guidance when additional preventive measures are needed. An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. COVID-19 is an extremely contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and death. By visiting Ripley’s Attractions, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19.

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