Ark Encounter
A 90-Minute Guided Tour Experience by Inspire
There is no place quite like the Ark Encounter. When you add an Inspire guided tour to your visit, every exhibit becomes a window into the living Word of God — connected to Scripture, explained by someone who loves it, and experienced in a way you’ll carry home long after the day is done.
Our 90-minute guided tours are led by men and women who love Scripture and know how to bring it to life. They’ll take you through the Ark with eyes wide open — connecting the scale of the vessel, the animal exhibits, and the engineering details directly to what God’s Word says in Genesis. You won’t just see the Ark. You’ll understand it. And you may leave with a deeper confidence in the Bible than you arrived with.
This is what Inspire was founded to do: cultivate confidence in God’s Word through transformational, Christ-centered experiences.
What’s Included
- Private entry and skip-the-line access
- 90-minute guided experience led by a trained Inspire guide
- Expert commentary connecting every exhibit to biblical truth
- Appropriate for all ages — families, individuals, groups, and couples
- Available most days — see the calendar below for tour times
This guided tour is an add-on to your Ark Encounter admission. Ark Encounter tickets are purchased separately at ArkEncounter.com. Your Inspire guide will meet you at the Ark at your scheduled tour time.
Single Location Tour
$25 per guest (plus tax)
Best Value: Combo Tour
Tour both the Ark Encounter and the Creation Museum for $40 (plus tax)
Save when you experience both locations with Inspire.
Tours are an additional purchase to Ark Encounter admission.
Select the date of your visit on the calendar to begin booking your Inspire guided tour.
What Our Guests Are Saying
“I can’t imagine touring the Ark without this narration. It was WONDERFUL! So very informative!”
— Ark Encounter Guest
“This tour MADE the experience!! Do it!”
— Ark Encounter Guest
“Our guide’s expertise gave us a deeper understanding of God’s miraculous gift of creation.”
— Ark Encounter Guest
What Makes an Inspire Tour Different
Our guides are trained to connect each exhibit to the biblical narrative in Genesis — not just as ancient history, but as a living invitation to trust the Word of God. They’ll answer questions you didn’t know you had. They’ll show you things you’d walk right past on your own. They’ll help you see God’s faithfulness to Noah as a reflection of His faithfulness to you.
It’s not a lecture. It’s a conversation with someone who genuinely loves what they’re showing you.
About Inspire
Inspire is a nonprofit ministry with a single mission: to cultivate confidence in God’s Word by providing transformational, Christ-centered experiences and resources.
We serve guests at the Ark Encounter in Williamstown, KY; the Creation Museum in Petersburg, KY; and Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C. Our guides are trained to lead biblically rich, historically grounded tours that help every guest encounter Scripture in a way that moves from the mind to the heart.
Inspire seeks to answer the question: Is the Bible true, good, and beautiful? In doing so, we want our guests to be more biblically literate, historically informed, and spiritually engaged.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this tour the same as visiting the Ark on my own?
They work beautifully together. The Ark Encounter’s exhibits are rich with detail — an Inspire guide helps you go even deeper, connecting each display to the biblical account and uncovering connections that make the whole experience more meaningful.
Do I need to purchase Ark Encounter admission separately?
Yes. This guided tour is an add-on to your Ark Encounter admission, which is purchased at ArkEncounter.com. Your Inspire guide will meet you inside the Ark at your scheduled tour time.
How long is the tour?
Tours run approximately 90 minutes.
Is the tour appropriate for children?
Absolutely. Our guides tailor the experience for guests of all ages — from young children to seniors. Families are warmly welcome.
What if I’ve already visited the Ark Encounter before?
Many of our guests have visited multiple times and tell us the guided tour completely changed their experience. Our guides reveal details and connections you’d never discover on your own.
Can I book a tour for a group?
Yes. Inspire leads guided tours for churches, Christian schools, homeschool co-ops, youth ministries, and groups of all kinds. For a multi-day experience, please visit inspire.org/book.
Is skip-the-line access included?
Yes. Inspire guests receive private entry and skip-the-line access as part of the guided tour experience.
What is Inspire?
Inspire is a nonprofit ministry founded to cultivate confidence in God’s Word by providing transformational, Christ-centered experiences. We are the official tour providers at the Ark Encounter, Creation Museum, and Museum of the Bible. Check out our Catalog of worldwide experiences and trips. We hope you’ll join us for a transformational experience!
