Smoky Mountain TN Guidebook
Entertainment and Activities
Our world-class, high-speed racing karts are the fastest in Pigeon Forge. Get your race on at Xtreme Racing Center! Riders must be at least 11-years-old and 56” tall to ride our karts.
11 locals recommend
Xtreme Racing Center Pigeon Forge
3144 ParkwayOur world-class, high-speed racing karts are the fastest in Pigeon Forge. Get your race on at Xtreme Racing Center! Riders must be at least 11-years-old and 56” tall to ride our karts.
This show features a stunning array of special effects, talent, horsemanship, and more for a fun and memorable evening. Watch as you take in some of the best entertainment in the Great Smoky Mountains.
378 locals recommend
Dolly Parton's Stampede
3849 ParkwayThis show features a stunning array of special effects, talent, horsemanship, and more for a fun and memorable evening. Watch as you take in some of the best entertainment in the Great Smoky Mountains.
For another dinner show from the brilliant mind of Dolly Parton, be sure to visit Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud. You'll become part of an evening of fun as you witness hilarious antics and stunts from two feudin' families. Plus, it comes with a delicious dinner!
229 locals recommend
Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Show
119 Music RdFor another dinner show from the brilliant mind of Dolly Parton, be sure to visit Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud. You'll become part of an evening of fun as you witness hilarious antics and stunts from two feudin' families. Plus, it comes with a delicious dinner!
You will have the opportunity to pet a sting ray at the Touch a Ray Bay exhibit at this Gatlinburg TN aquarium, then explore the workings of the Ripley aquarium with a visit to the Systems Control in Ripley's Aquarium Gatlinburg TN.
535 locals recommend
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
88 River RdYou will have the opportunity to pet a sting ray at the Touch a Ray Bay exhibit at this Gatlinburg TN aquarium, then explore the workings of the Ripley aquarium with a visit to the Systems Control in Ripley's Aquarium Gatlinburg TN.
Visit the Titanic for a unique look into this tragic event. The Titanic Museum in the Great Smoky Mountains is the largest permanent museum dedicated to the ship. Upon arrival, you'll be amazed by the giant replication of the ship - rising 100 feet above the Parkway Pigeon Forge TN.
266 locals recommend
Titanic Museum Attraction
2134 ParkwayVisit the Titanic for a unique look into this tragic event. The Titanic Museum in the Great Smoky Mountains is the largest permanent museum dedicated to the ship. Upon arrival, you'll be amazed by the giant replication of the ship - rising 100 feet above the Parkway Pigeon Forge TN.
For a theme park adventure that the whole family will enjoy, head to the Dollywood Theme Park! Dollywood is a favorite among visitors of all ages because it provides tons of fun and various rides to embark upon.
797 locals recommend
Dollywood
2700 Dollywood Parks BlvdFor a theme park adventure that the whole family will enjoy, head to the Dollywood Theme Park! Dollywood is a favorite among visitors of all ages because it provides tons of fun and various rides to embark upon.
One of the most fun things to do in Pigeon Forge, TN the Hollywood Wax Museum is a great place for all ages. You can explore some hyper-realistic wax figures of your favorite artists, musicians, and more. Get the red carpet experience and some fun selfie opportunities along the way!
98 locals recommend
Hollywood Wax Museum
106 Showplace BlvdOne of the most fun things to do in Pigeon Forge, TN the Hollywood Wax Museum is a great place for all ages. You can explore some hyper-realistic wax figures of your favorite artists, musicians, and more. Get the red carpet experience and some fun selfie opportunities along the way!
The Country Tonite show is a fantastic adventure to be had. This two-hour attraction features tons of hilarious comedy, music ranging from country to Southern gospel, and more.
62 locals recommend
Country Tonite Theatre
129 Showplace BlvdThe Country Tonite show is a fantastic adventure to be had. This two-hour attraction features tons of hilarious comedy, music ranging from country to Southern gospel, and more.
Want to fly high, flip into an airbag, or dunk like Jordan? Sevier County’s first trampoline park located at the foot of the Smoky Mountains National Park offers a safe and extreme adventure for people of all ages.
39 locals recommend
TopJump Trampoline & Extreme Arena
3735 ParkwayWant to fly high, flip into an airbag, or dunk like Jordan? Sevier County’s first trampoline park located at the foot of the Smoky Mountains National Park offers a safe and extreme adventure for people of all ages.
Watch a lumberjack show where real athletes compete in events such as axe throwing, sawing, speed climbing, log rolling and more.
87 locals recommend
Paula Deen's Lumberjack Feud Show & Adventure Park
2530 ParkwayWatch a lumberjack show where real athletes compete in events such as axe throwing, sawing, speed climbing, log rolling and more.
Get your entire family ready to laugh with fun barnyard animals, magicians, jugglers, ventriloquists, comedians, live country and gospel music!
117 locals recommend
The Comedy Barn
2775 ParkwayGet your entire family ready to laugh with fun barnyard animals, magicians, jugglers, ventriloquists, comedians, live country and gospel music!
Rafting In the Smokies
3595 Hartford RdZip lining, ropes course & rafting in a single place.
Restaurants
The food was amazing - the Mac and cheese is said to be "spicy" since they make it with pepper jack cheese, but even our young boys really liked it. The brisket, pulled pork and ribs were all excellent choices. We always get sampler platters to share as a family so we can try and enjoy it all!!
43 locals recommend
Bennett's Pit Bar-B-Que
2910 ParkwayThe food was amazing - the Mac and cheese is said to be "spicy" since they make it with pepper jack cheese, but even our young boys really liked it. The brisket, pulled pork and ribs were all excellent choices. We always get sampler platters to share as a family so we can try and enjoy it all!!
Food and service were great - gas lanterns on the walls and dim lighting make for a more romantic place for couples to have a date night.
104 locals recommend
Holston's Kitchen
639 Dolly Parton PkwyFood and service were great - gas lanterns on the walls and dim lighting make for a more romantic place for couples to have a date night.
This is one of those "locally sourced" restaurants where the flavor of everything is amazing! They have an extensive bar and food menu with unique flavors and choices.
498 locals recommend
Local Goat- New American Restaurant
2167 ParkwayThis is one of those "locally sourced" restaurants where the flavor of everything is amazing! They have an extensive bar and food menu with unique flavors and choices.
We stopped in for lunch between fun activities one day and sat on the roof to enjoy the sunshine. There is plenty to look at while you wait for your amazing food.
119 locals recommend
Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina
735 ParkwayWe stopped in for lunch between fun activities one day and sat on the roof to enjoy the sunshine. There is plenty to look at while you wait for your amazing food.
Awesome entertainment. Food is pretty good, but it's the entertainment we go for. Wild Hearted is our favorite band - if they are there, it's a MUST!
96 locals recommend
Ole Red
511 ParkwayAwesome entertainment. Food is pretty good, but it's the entertainment we go for. Wild Hearted is our favorite band - if they are there, it's a MUST!
Everything was good!! We had brisket, pulled port, mac and cheese, jalapeño hushpuppies, salad with home made ranch...it was all amazing and big portions.
7 locals recommend
Corky's Ribs & BBQ
3584 ParkwayEverything was good!! We had brisket, pulled port, mac and cheese, jalapeño hushpuppies, salad with home made ranch...it was all amazing and big portions.
Chesapeake's Seafood and Raw Bar
437 ParkwaySelection of seafood was very good.
Absolutely amazing experience. Everyone was as wonderful as the food. Kind, polite, fast service and just a true pleasure.
39 locals recommend
Gaucho Urbano - Brazilian Steakhouse
111 Valley DrAbsolutely amazing experience. Everyone was as wonderful as the food. Kind, polite, fast service and just a true pleasure.
Cooking steak and vegetables on the cast iron grill was fun, and it tasted so good.
28 locals recommend
The Melting Pot
959 ParkwayCooking steak and vegetables on the cast iron grill was fun, and it tasted so good.
The Old Mill
164 Old Mill AveOverall...nice view, good food, great service, would recommend!
Small, hole-in-the-wall place with a woody, rustic smell. This place specializes in trout. The blackened trout was awesome and the Eisenhower was also good.
12 locals recommend
Smoky Mountain Nut House
638 ParkwaySmall, hole-in-the-wall place with a woody, rustic smell. This place specializes in trout. The blackened trout was awesome and the Eisenhower was also good.
If you're in a hurry for lunch and want BBQ, this is a great place. Be SURE to get a small chocolate ice cream cake dessert - it is the BEST!
19 locals recommend
Buddy's Bar-B-Q
705 Winfield Dunn PkwyIf you're in a hurry for lunch and want BBQ, this is a great place. Be SURE to get a small chocolate ice cream cake dessert - it is the BEST!
The burgers were handmade and every bit as good as the amazing ones we get at the Local Goat.
83 locals recommend
Blue Moose Burgers & Wings
2430 Teaster LnThe burgers were handmade and every bit as good as the amazing ones we get at the Local Goat.
Sightseeing
Laurel Falls Trailhead
Old State Highway 73 ScenicMost mild hike to a waterfall
Alum Cave Trail
Alum Cave TrailMild to more advanced hike depending on how far you go!
It's no secret that these districts are both brimming with things to do and see. But if you are looking to gain a new perspective over the city, Ober Gatlinburg is the perfect addition to your vacation. Aboard this fantastic attraction, guests will be able to soar above some glorious Smoky Mountain scenery.
500 locals recommend
Ober Gatlinburg
1339 Ski Mountain RdIt's no secret that these districts are both brimming with things to do and see. But if you are looking to gain a new perspective over the city, Ober Gatlinburg is the perfect addition to your vacation. Aboard this fantastic attraction, guests will be able to soar above some glorious Smoky Mountain scenery.
Hen Wallow Falls
Moderate hike, beautiful falls
Shopping
Plaza with a "Dukes of Hazzard" attraction, a deli & retailers such as Dollar Tree & Burlington.
8 locals recommend
The Shops of Pigeon Forge
161 E Old Wears Valley RdPlaza with a "Dukes of Hazzard" attraction, a deli & retailers such as Dollar Tree & Burlington.
You will find an abundance of t-shirts, clothing and hats for everyone. They carry a large selection of canned goods, pickles and hot sauces. You can get ice cream , candy, chocolates and fudge.
37 locals recommend
Three Bears General Store
2861 ParkwayYou will find an abundance of t-shirts, clothing and hats for everyone. They carry a large selection of canned goods, pickles and hot sauces. You can get ice cream , candy, chocolates and fudge.
Pigeon Forge Factory Outlet
2850 ParkwayOutlet mall in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
Essentials
Large supermarket chain with deli & bakery departments, plus health & beauty products.
199 locals recommend
Kroger
220 Wears Valley RdLarge supermarket chain with deli & bakery departments, plus health & beauty products.
Supermarket chain with a wide selection of groceries, plus deli & bakery departments.
176 locals recommend
Publix Pharmacy at Valley Forge Shopping Center
2656 ParkwaySupermarket chain with a wide selection of groceries, plus deli & bakery departments.
Express by Food City
3625 ParkwayYour local grocery store