Free Parking
Parking at both attractions is free.
Discounts & Special Days
Save by purchasing an annual membership! We offer occasional promotions and discounted admission on special days. There are also discounts for groups, those who have served in the military, first responders, and more.
Annual Membership
Enjoy unlimited access to the Ark Encounter and Creation Museum for a year, beginning with your first visit! Both individual and family options are available.
Unlimited Admission
Unlimited admission to the Creation Museum and Ark Encounter.
Free Butterfly House Admission
Free admission to the Creation Museum Butterfly House (available June–September).
Discounts and Perks
Save 10% on food and beverage purchases (including Uncle Leroy’s Candy Kitchen), on-site retail purchases, and ECV, wheelchair, stroller, and wagon rentals, plus receive a free annual Answers TV subscription!
10% off Add-On Experiences*
Save on Inspire Guided Tours, Zoo Behind-the-Scenes Animal Experiences, mining sluice/fossil find, Truth Traveler VR, Stargazer Planetarium, animal feeds, FotoFX photo packages, and zip lines (Levels 1–4).
*Add-on experiences must be purchased on-site, with the exception of Behind-the-Scenes Animal Experiences that can also be purchased in advance by calling reservations at (800) 721-2298.
Local Annual Membership
Local residents receive a discount on the purchase of an annual family membership! This discount is available to residents of the following eight counties:
- Kentucky: Boone, Kenton, Campbell, Gallatin, Grant, Pendleton, Owen
- Indiana: Dearborn
To purchase a local annual family membership or learn more, call reservations at (800) 721-2298. This family membership cannot be purchased online or combined with any other discounts or offers.
Groups
Groups enjoy discounted rates as well as specialized assistance for check-in and ticketing. Ark Encounter group discounts cannot be combined with any other discounts or offers. A group requires a minimum of 15 paying guests.
Learn MoreSpecial Days
Kids Admission in 2026
Available with on-site and online ticket purchases
| Kids (4 and under) |
FREE Every Day |
| Kids (5–10) |
FREE Wednesday & Thursday |
Special Days in 2026
Only available with on-site ticket purchase
| Mothers Mother’s Day |
FREE Saturday, May 9 |
| Fathers Father’s Day |
FREE Sunday, June 21 |
| Former & Active Duty Military Veterans Day |
FREE Wednesday, November 11 |
These discounts may not be combined with any other promotional offers or discounts.
Military & First Responders
Veterans and active duty or retired members of the United States Armed Forces (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and Space Force) and first responders (law enforcement, fire, and EMS) are eligible to receive our lowest seasonal prices on the purchase of up to five (5) general admission or combo tickets (adult or senior) on any date they choose to visit with a current military photo ID, military dependent ID, or first responder ID. These prices are 20–25% off our gate prices. We also offer a 20% discount on rentals (ECVs, wheelchairs, and strollers) and on up to five (5) meals at our restaurants and snack bars.
1-Day Admission
One general admission ticket to the Creation Museum
Only available with on-site ticket purchase
| Adults (18-59) |
$44.99 |
| Seniors (60+) |
$39.99 |
Combo Ticket
One general admission ticket to the Creation Museum and one to the Ark Encounter
Only available with on-site ticket purchase
| Adults (18-59) |
$89.99 |
| Seniors (60+) |
$79.99 |
3-Day Flex Combo
Three days of unlimited visits to the Creation Museum and Ark Encounter
Only available with on-site ticket purchase
| Adults (18-59) |
$104.99 |
| Seniors (60+) |
$94.99 |
These discounts may not be combined with annual membership purchases or other promotions, discounts, or offers. Discounts apply to on-site transactions only and are not available with online ticket purchases.
Prepare to Believe
Creation Museum Location
place
2800 Bullittsburg Church Rd.
Petersburg, KY 41080 (see directions)
Seven miles west of the Cincinnati Airport
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