Attraction · Kentucky
Ark Encounter
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A 510-foot full-scale wooden ark — supposedly to biblical dimensions — built into a Kentucky hillside. Three decks of exhibits inside, a petting zoo of zebras and ostriches outside, and the largest free-span timber-frame structure in the world. Religious in tone, family-friendly in pacing. Visible from I-75 if you're paying attention. Plan three hours. Tickets online. Sister site Creation Museum is a 45-minute drive south.
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Common questions about Ark Encounter
Where is Ark Encounter?
Ark Encounter is at 1 Ark Encounter Dr, Williamstown, KY 41097, Kentucky. It sits along I-75, which makes it a natural stop on a Florida-bound family road trip.
What are the hours at Ark Encounter?
Typical hours: Daily 9am-6pm (extended summer). Hours can shift seasonally and on holidays — always confirm on the official site before you plan your visit.
What's Ark Encounter like to visit on a family road trip?
A 510-foot full-scale wooden ark — supposedly to biblical dimensions — built into a Kentucky hillside. Three decks of exhibits inside, a petting zoo of zebras and ostriches outside, and the largest free-span timber-frame structure in the world. Religious in tone, family-friendly in pacing. Visible from I-75 if you're paying attention. Plan three hours. Tickets online. Sister site Creation Museum is a 45-minute drive south.
Is Ark Encounter family-friendly?
Yes — Ark Encounter earns a 5/5 family-friendly rating in our database.
How long should families plan to stay at Ark Encounter?
Most families spend an hour or two at Ark Encounter, depending on kid stamina and weather.
Data sources: Pixie Vacations / Travel with Griz. Full attribution.