Kirsten's Guidebook
Theme Parks & Attractions!
Dolly Partons personal owned amusement park.
Spend the entire day in Dollywood making wonderful family memories. Enjoy the Water park Dollywoods Splash country in summer!!
797 locals recommend
Dollywood
2700 Dollywood Parks BlvdDolly Partons personal owned amusement park.
Spend the entire day in Dollywood making wonderful family memories. Enjoy the Water park Dollywoods Splash country in summer!!
Sprawling aquarium showcasing sharks, sea turtles, string rays, penguins & a glass-bottom boat ride.
"Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies in Gatlinburg, TN, is literally teeming with life - over 10,000 exotic sea creatures in 350 individual species. There are more fish in this aquarium than there are people living in the entire town of Gatlinburg!"
535 locals recommend
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
88 River RdSprawling aquarium showcasing sharks, sea turtles, string rays, penguins & a glass-bottom boat ride.
"Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies in Gatlinburg, TN, is literally teeming with life - over 10,000 exotic sea creatures in 350 individual species. There are more fish in this aquarium than there are people living in the entire town of Gatlinburg!"
Indoor/outdoor aquatic park on a mountain theme, with heated pools, a lazy river & a casual grill.
15 locals recommend
Wild Bear Falls
915 Westgate Resorts RdIndoor/outdoor aquatic park on a mountain theme, with heated pools, a lazy river & a casual grill.
Playful destination featuring unique shops, casual restaurants & amusement rides,
369 locals recommend
The Island Dr
The Island DrivePlayful destination featuring unique shops, casual restaurants & amusement rides,
This mountainside amusement park features skiing, mini-golf, wildlife encounters, a mall & more.
500 locals recommend
Ober Gatlinburg
1339 Ski Mountain RdThis mountainside amusement park features skiing, mini-golf, wildlife encounters, a mall & more.
Ober Gatlinburg Snow Tubing
1339 Ski Mountain RdAn open-air chairlift ride to the top of an 1,800 ft overlook with views of the smokies.
Home of North America's longest pedestrian suspension bridge. You'll definitely experience the best views of the beautiful smoky mountains.
190 locals recommend
Gatlinburg SkyLift Park
765 ParkwayAn open-air chairlift ride to the top of an 1,800 ft overlook with views of the smokies.
Home of North America's longest pedestrian suspension bridge. You'll definitely experience the best views of the beautiful smoky mountains.
Multi-level family fun center with race track, arcade games, mini golf, and bumper cars.
67 locals recommend
The Track - Pigeon Forge
2575 ParkwayMulti-level family fun center with race track, arcade games, mini golf, and bumper cars.
The longest Alpine coaster in the area!
one mile long downhill roller coaster where riders control the velocity and braking.
206 locals recommend
Smoky Mountain Alpine Coaster
867 Wears Valley RdThe longest Alpine coaster in the area!
one mile long downhill roller coaster where riders control the velocity and braking.
Trampoline park, Arcade, climbing, ninja courses, VR games, concessions
39 locals recommend
TopJump Trampoline & Extreme Arena
3735 ParkwayTrampoline park, Arcade, climbing, ninja courses, VR games, concessions
Pigeon Forge Snow - Pigeon Forge Attraction
2533 Teaster LnIndoor snow tubing
Attraction with 100+ hands on science exhibits, plus laser tag, a rope course, and a 6D motion ride.
170 locals recommend
WonderWorks Pigeon Forge
100 Music RdAttraction with 100+ hands on science exhibits, plus laser tag, a rope course, and a 6D motion ride.
Ripley's Davy Crockett Mini Golf
188 Parkway36 holes of pure country fun
Big outdoor adventure hub offering zip lining, gondola rides, a treetop play area, and more fun!
453 locals recommend
Anakeesta
576 ParkwayBig outdoor adventure hub offering zip lining, gondola rides, a treetop play area, and more fun!
Feud Show & Adventure Park is Pigeon’s Forge’s newest attraction and offers a one-of-kind experience for the whole family. Enjoy a 1.5-hour authentic Lumberjack Show where real, professional athletes (the same ones you see on ESPN) compete in spring board chop, speed climb, log rolling, axe throwing and mix it all together for a family fun event. The outdoor venue features a climate-controlled grandstand for our guest’s comfort. Join the fun, rain or shine! Lumberjack Feud Adventure Park features harnessed-in log rolls, boom runs, and speed climbs, a lumberjack-themed multi-level ropes course, 80 ft jump tower, and the brand-new, world’s first zipline rollercoaster, The Flying Ox."
87 locals recommend
Paula Deen's Lumberjack Feud Show & Adventure Park
2530 ParkwayFeud Show & Adventure Park is Pigeon’s Forge’s newest attraction and offers a one-of-kind experience for the whole family. Enjoy a 1.5-hour authentic Lumberjack Show where real, professional athletes (the same ones you see on ESPN) compete in spring board chop, speed climb, log rolling, axe throwing and mix it all together for a family fun event. The outdoor venue features a climate-controlled grandstand for our guest’s comfort. Join the fun, rain or shine! Lumberjack Feud Adventure Park features harnessed-in log rolls, boom runs, and speed climbs, a lumberjack-themed multi-level ropes course, 80 ft jump tower, and the brand-new, world’s first zipline rollercoaster, The Flying Ox."
140 different species on view, from reptiles to birds plus educational activities and goats to pet!
38 locals recommend
Rainforest Adventures
109 Nascar Dr140 different species on view, from reptiles to birds plus educational activities and goats to pet!
NASCAR SpeedPark
1545 Parkwaygo carts, bumper boats, rides, golf, or arcades
Use a virtual magic wand to solve puzzles as you walk through a high tech fantasy game
35 locals recommend
MagiQuest
2491 ParkwayUse a virtual magic wand to solve puzzles as you walk through a high tech fantasy game
Unusual challenges on 2 Appalachian-themed, 18-hole miniature courses atop a mountain.
62 locals recommend
Hillbilly Golf
340 ParkwayUnusual challenges on 2 Appalachian-themed, 18-hole miniature courses atop a mountain.
NEWEST PIGEON FORGE ADDITION!!
definitely a must do if your a thrill seaker!!
6 locals recommend
SkyFly Soar America
131 The Island DrNEWEST PIGEON FORGE ADDITION!!
definitely a must do if your a thrill seaker!!
Museums
Museum with kitschy oddities on display, including shrunken human heads & rare animal skeletons.
82 locals recommend
Ripley's Believe It or Not! Gatlinburg
908 ParkwayMuseum with kitschy oddities on display, including shrunken human heads & rare animal skeletons.
This museum dedicated to the famed Titanic is shaped like the ship and features recovered artifacts.
266 locals recommend
Titanic Museum Attraction
2134 ParkwayThis museum dedicated to the famed Titanic is shaped like the ship and features recovered artifacts.
Beyond The Lens! Family Fun is Pigeon Forge and Branson's most interactive new attraction! For the First Time Ever, see your favorite mysteries come to life. Tons of fun for the whole family. Alien Ball Pit, Bigfoot Research Facility, Conspiracies Discovered, the Ultimate Virtual Reality Experiences, and SO MUCH MORE!!"
25 locals recommend
Beyond The Lens! Family Fun
2115 ParkwayBeyond The Lens! Family Fun is Pigeon Forge and Branson's most interactive new attraction! For the First Time Ever, see your favorite mysteries come to life. Tons of fun for the whole family. Alien Ball Pit, Bigfoot Research Facility, Conspiracies Discovered, the Ultimate Virtual Reality Experiences, and SO MUCH MORE!!"
Explore American history from a different perspective in five unique galleries that burrow deep into criminal profiles, the penal system, victim’s stories, crime prevention, forensic science, law enforcement and our justice system. The museum is 25,000 square feet, spread over 2 floors and includes over 100 interactives.
71 locals recommend
Alcatraz East Crime Museum
2757 ParkwayExplore American history from a different perspective in five unique galleries that burrow deep into criminal profiles, the penal system, victim’s stories, crime prevention, forensic science, law enforcement and our justice system. The museum is 25,000 square feet, spread over 2 floors and includes over 100 interactives.
Food & Entertainment
Dolly Parton's Stampede
3849 ParkwayHigh energy, family friendly dinner theater in a rustic barn with stadium seating.
146 locals recommend
Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show
2713 ParkwayHigh energy, family friendly dinner theater in a rustic barn with stadium seating.
Home style dinner feast followed by a farcical musical revue with dancing and comedy.
229 locals recommend
Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Show
119 Music RdHome style dinner feast followed by a farcical musical revue with dancing and comedy.
Restaurants
Ample portions of diner cuisine for breakfast, lunch & dinner in a retro, chrome setting.
I go here everytime with my husband and get the grandpapi's pot roast.
77 locals recommend
Mel's Classic Diner
119 Wears Valley RdAmple portions of diner cuisine for breakfast, lunch & dinner in a retro, chrome setting.
I go here everytime with my husband and get the grandpapi's pot roast.
1830 gristmill anchors a complex with 2 country cooking eateries plus pottery, candy & toy shops.
483 locals recommend
The Old Mill
164 Old Mill Ave1830 gristmill anchors a complex with 2 country cooking eateries plus pottery, candy & toy shops.
Rustic, cabin theamed resturant serving modern style, southern classic dishes.
My husbandand I absolutely love this restaurant! Definitely our breakfast favorite!
153 locals recommend
Crockett's Breakfast Camp
1103 ParkwayRustic, cabin theamed resturant serving modern style, southern classic dishes.
My husbandand I absolutely love this restaurant! Definitely our breakfast favorite!
Wild Bear Tavern
4236 ParkwayReally good German food!
JT Hannah's Kitchen
3214 ParkwayAll of Paula Deans famous southern style dishes like meatloaf, fried chicken, or chicken pot pie served right here!
192 locals recommend
Paula Deen's Family Kitchen
131 The Island DrAll of Paula Deans famous southern style dishes like meatloaf, fried chicken, or chicken pot pie served right here!
Local Goat- New American Restaurant
2167 ParkwayY'all want some good southern style BBQ?
This is your place!! Its not big or fancy but they got some good food!
52 locals recommend
Boss Hogg's BBQ
1198 Wears Valley RdY'all want some good southern style BBQ?
This is your place!! Its not big or fancy but they got some good food!
The Peddler Steakhouse
820 River RdWonderful food especially their steaks! Delish!!
This place has great food and sometimes live music on the weekends!
Usually not to busy since it's kind of out of downtown away from the hustle and bustle.
40 locals recommend
Crystelle Creek Restaurant
1654 East PkwyThis place has great food and sometimes live music on the weekends!
Usually not to busy since it's kind of out of downtown away from the hustle and bustle.
Bennett's Pit Bar-B-Que
714 River RdBest BBQ
Laid-back, family-run eatery offering classic New Orleans-style cooking & a seasonal sno-cone stand. Their bread pudding is great!
61 locals recommend
Pawpaw's Catfish Kitchen
2760 Wears Valley RdLaid-back, family-run eatery offering classic New Orleans-style cooking & a seasonal sno-cone stand. Their bread pudding is great!
All-you-can-eat Southern catfish & fried chicken dinners, plus à la carte down-home dishes.
59 locals recommend
Huck Finn's Catfish
3330 ParkwayAll-you-can-eat Southern catfish & fried chicken dinners, plus à la carte down-home dishes.
We are proud to offer the best in fair foods. We have funnel cakes with toppings of your choice. Locally made ice cream. Popcorn in many varieties. Hotdogs and corndogs. Fresh fudge, cakes&brownies! Bottle drinks on ice."
Funnel cake factory
3357 n.parkwayWe are proud to offer the best in fair foods. We have funnel cakes with toppings of your choice. Locally made ice cream. Popcorn in many varieties. Hotdogs and corndogs. Fresh fudge, cakes&brownies! Bottle drinks on ice."
Sightseeing
Smoky Mountain
Take a beautiful drive or hike through the National Park.
Sugarlands Riding Stables
1409 ParkwayRent a side by side to drive a guided tour throughout the Smoky Mountains.
10 locals recommend
Mountain Life UTV Rentals
826 East PkwyRent a side by side to drive a guided tour throughout the Smoky Mountains.