The Track is a great favorite in Pigeon Forge, home to several different go-kart levels for all the family, plus numerous other rides, mini-golf, bumper cars & Bumper Boats (!) and arcade games, in a great setting. Racing go-karts is a time-honored tradition for the whole family in the Smoky Mountains, and The Track in… Read more »
There are many exciting activities at Gatlin’s Fun Center, an excellent place for families and children. Gatlin’s has two locations in Gatlinburg, and one in Pigeon Forge with a second opening soon. Here are some of the things you can find at Gatlin’s. Escape Rooms There are five escape rooms at Gatlin’s Fun Center from… Read more »
Pigeon Forge is home to America’s first skydiving simulator, and still going strong since 1983, Flyaway Indoor Skydiving. This vertical wind tunnel was developed to train in body control during skydiving – without getting thrown out of a plane first! Now anyone can experience body flight – and it’s a fun experience. Body flight at… Read more »
Get the Second Day Free at Dollywood as our cabin guest! See our Packages page for this and more great savings. Or call us toll free at 866 34 SMOKY. Dollywood is one of the greatest attractions in the Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg area, a 125-acre theme park with around 30 rides, including some of… Read more »
Sevier Air Trampoline and Ninja Warrior Park is a new indoor adventure park in Sevierville that is home to 38,000 sq. ft. of trampolines, ninja warrior obstacles, and more – so get ready to soar and test your skills in this spot that offers thrills for the whole family. Bounce, jump, climb, hang, and soar… Read more »
Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge have many escape rooms of different sorts, making the area a prime location. Escape? It adds a whole new meaning to your vacation “getaway”, but generally it’s a live action game, usually with group cooperation to solve clues, accomplish tasks or overcome hurdles, and unlock the door to freedom – and… Read more »
Tee up and take your golfing techniques to another level of play at one of the fun-filled blacklight miniature golf courses in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Play among a variety of scenic and challenging themes from a pirate village to skeletons and spacemen. A visit to miniature golf courses in the Smoky Mountains leads to… Read more »
The Smoky Mountains region is loved for its views of the gorgeous rolling peaks that layer across the landscape, but sometimes you need to look a little deeper to discover some equally unique natural creations. This area is also home to several ancient caverns that you can explore, including Forbidden Caverns in Sevierville, TN. See… Read more »
The 7D Dark Ride Adventure indoor attraction involves chasing down ominous zombies, battling it out with killer robots, and protecting yourself against threatening werewolves, all in a high-tech, completely immersive environment with full-motion seats, virtual effects and special glasses. The attraction has locations in Gatlinburg on Parkway and Pigeon Forge at The Island. The Experience… Read more »
Ripley’s Moving Theater in Gatlinburg is an immersive movie experience, using technology to make you feel like you’re IN the movie. This is a buckle-up movie that surrounds you with 360 degrees of action. This is called the “fifth dimension” because the experience goes beyond just watching a film. You ride out earthquakes, zoom through… Read more »
What better way to tee off with the kids than doing it while making your way down a mountain slope? At Hillbilly Golf in Gatlinburg, that’s exactly what you’ll be doing and enjoying every minute.To access the two courses, you’ll take a funicular tram up the 300-foot incline to the top. The ride up gives… Read more »
Take a silent, fun coaster ride down the mountain, by day or by night! Take a silent cruise through the Smoky Mountains on the Gatlinburg Mountain Coaster. It’s a fun and inexpensive way for you and your family to experience the sights and sounds of the mountains…Read more »
Learn All about the Sinking of the Titanic at the Titanic Museum in Pigeon Forge If you’re thinking about visiting Pigeon Forge, would you believe that, of all places, it’s the home of 1 of 2 museums in the country honoring the Titanic’s sinking? (The other is in Branson, Missouri.) Pigeon Forge’s Titanic Museum… Read more »
MagiQuest houses four unique attractions including a maze of mirrors, black-light pirate mini-golf and a laser-beam obstacle course. MagiQuest is a video game you move through on your feet, an interactive world you move through, immersive for all the family. Play solo or as a team, at your own speed…Read more »
The Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center in Townsend offers a deep dive into the history and culture of the Southern Appalachians and Great Smoky Mountains National Park, including Cades Cove. The Center preserves the history of the Native Americans and the earlier inhabitants of this area, with displays and recreations, including an authentically created Appalachian… Read more »
Located just 35 miles from Gatlinburg, the Museum of the Cherokee Indian serves as a scenic road trip and an extraordinary destination. Highway 441, that many take to Sugarlands Visitor Center and on up to Newfound Gap, also continues to the North Carolina side of the national park, to the town of Cherokee, which hosts… Read more »
At The Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum in Gatlinburg, there are over 20,000 sets of shakers on display from all around the world. Not only that, but there is a massive pepper mill collection that you can view, too. If you had to make a list of all the condiments people love, salt and pepper… Read more »
Anakeesta is a mountaintop destination that combines entertainment, activities, dining, and shopping with breathtaking vistas. Located just a chairlift ride from downtown Gatlinburg on Parkway, this whimsical village offers panoramic views of the Smoky Mountains, a sight that many visitors have only been able to enjoy since the area opened to the public in 2017…. Read more »
Gazing up at the rolling hills of the Smokies is an immersive experience, but what if you could see the mountains from an entirely new vantage point? Thanks to Gatlinburg SkyLift Park you can do just that, and get beautiful, sweeping views of the surrounding mountains from high above while enjoying some stellar entertainment and… Read more »
Ober Gatlinburg sits above Gatlinburg on Mt Harrison, and for 50 years has offered skiing and snow sports in winter and plenty of other fun activities that are good all year round. Access to the area is as simple as taking the nation’s largest Aerial Tramway, right from Parkway in downtown Gatlinburg (there’s also a… Read more »
SkyFly: Soar America offers a flying theater style of travelog, an immersive, big-screen experience on a moving chair rack that creates the feel of flying while also cruising through some of America’s most fabulous landscapes. The sensory effects also include wind, mist and even scents, to simulate the reality of flight, and absorb all the… Read more »
Experience a 360-degree panorama that celebrates the majesty of the Great Smoky Mountains The Great Smoky Mountains are one of the most unique and treasured environments throughout North America, and the community of Gatlinburg is proud to be the gateway to this special locale. Of course, the rolling summits and lush forests look magnificent from… Read more »
It can be hard to find the right church when you’re traveling, so here’s our guide to help you. The Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge area offers many places to worship during your visit to the Smoky Mountains. Church Listings You can find a variety of churches through the ChurchFinder.com website.Here are some shortcuts to selected… Read more »
The Bush’s Beans Visitor Center makes a great side trip when visiting Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge. This unlikely venues offers 100 years of history, and a lot of information about that can of beans you’ve seen all your life. There’s a museum and a gift shop for unique souvenirs, and of course a restaurant so… Read more »
Tour the Hollywood Star Cars Museum and you’re in for an exciting Gatlinburg, TN attraction. Movie buffs and car enthusiasts will rejoice. So slide your keys into the ignition, start ‘er up, and coast on down to the Museum at 914 Parkway. Get ready to tour a collection of more than 40 famous vehicles. There’s… Read more »
If you need an indoor activity to do with the whole family while you visit the Pigeon Forge area, the wax museum is the only one of its kind you can find in the entire country. You can experience some of the modern stars like Brad Pitt and Natalie Portman. If you appreciate some of… Read more »
Gatlinburg Pinball Museum has over 100 vintage pinball machines and arcade games, and your all-day pass allows you to play as many as you want (no coins needed!) the whole day, even with breaks during the day (lunch, etc.). The pinball museum feels more like an arcade, since this museum is hands-on interactive, giving you… Read more »
Ripley’s makes no secret of it: this is the strangest place you will visit in Gatlinburg. Inspired by the wildly famous television show, the Believe it or Not Museum gets you acquainted with some of the weirdest, most bizarre, and unusual experiences our planet has to offer. Yes, the Smoky Mountains area reminds you of… Read more »
It doesn’t have to be Halloween to scare yourself out of your wits, because any time is good to visit the Mysterious Mansion in Gatlinburg. This three-level haunted attraction is open throughout the year and has been scaring the young and old since 1980. How young? Hmm, probably older than about 7-8 years – experience… Read more »
Explore the history of Gatlinburg with a touch of the macabre, in a Ghost Tour of the town and the skeletons in its closet. Operated by Appalachian GhostWalks, and awarded one of the Top 10 ghost tours in America by USA Today, the Gatlinburg Ghost Walk offers an opportunity for you and the whole crew… Read more »
Located near our Gatlinburg Falls cabin rental location of Gatlinburg Falls Resort, Cooter’s Place is a tribute to the good ol’ TV show about the Dukes of Hazzard. Visit Cooter’s Garage in Pigeon Forge, TN, and you will be transported back to the days of the adrenaline rushing car chases with the General Lee and… Read more »
Great Smoky Mountains National Park stretches out with seemingly endless vistas of rolling mountains, like waves cascading into the horizon. Yet nestled within this expansive landscape lies a serene flat valley encompassing nearly 7,000 acres—a true sanctuary for diverse wildlife and visitors alike. This hidden gem is Cades Cove, the park’s most frequented destination, drawing… Read more »
Taking a scenic drive Great Smoky Mountains National Park is one of the easiest and most rewarding things you can do. With almost 400 miles of roadway in the park and the surrounding scenic area, you can drive to specific locations to enjoy, as well as tour through steadily changing vistas of great beauty. Tips… Read more »
Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail is a remarkable accomplishment by the National Park Service, a slow and easy drive through nature that’s as richly rewarding as a hike or nature ramble, with beautiful scenic views, along a mountain river and through lush forest teeming with wildlife, but in the comfort of your car. Situated just… Read more »
The park has over 150 maintained hiking trails, offering more than 850 miles of hiking. Here’s our definitive guide to hiking in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, including a trail map of the national park, links and resources, most popular trails – AND the hidden gems, easy strolls, nature trails and best hikes…Read more »
The Nature Trails of Great Smoky Mountains National Park are short and fairly easy trails developed by park rangers with the non-hiker in mind. They’re self-guiding, and some even have brochures that point out the many things to notice. Even though many of them are quite easy, and suitable for families with small children and… Read more »
