Experience the extraordinary at Ripley's Believe It or Not! St. Augustine, housed in the historic Castle Warden, built in 1887. This architectural marvel has been home to the original Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Museum since 1950 and spans more than 13,000 square feet of exhibits. Dive into the odd world of Robert Ripley covering three stories filled with an ever-changing collection of over 800 unique artefacts, unbelievable art, crazy illusions, and wacky interactives.
Begin your journey by exploring the fascinating stories and original architecture of the castle. Discover dazzling details and marvel at the unique exhibits that make this location special. One of the highlights is Ripley’s David, a 17-foot tall, 20,000-pound statue carved from a solid piece of marble from the same quarry Michelangelo used. This is one of only two exact replicas in the world and is a sight to behold.
As you wander through the castle, launch into an out-of-this-world experience with exhibits like Chewbacca's fur and a lunar space capsule made entirely from Erector sets. Don’t forget to look up and admire the replica of the International Space Station hanging from the castle's stained-glass atrium, constructed with more than 240,000 matchsticks.
Your visit to Ripley's Believe It or Not! St. Augustine will leave you in awe of the incredible artefacts and interactive exhibits, making it a memorable experience for all ages.