Things To Do in Pigeon Forge, TN

Everyone will find something to love at the Dollywood family theme park, from amusement ride connoisseurs to music lovers. The famous theme park is tucked away within the Smoky Mountains.

Families can enjoy adrenaline-pumping rides, watch live blacksmiths and glass-blowing demonstrations, or kick back and listen to live music and concerts. In the summer, dive, splash, and slide into the rapids of Splash Country, offering up 35 acres of waterpark fun. If you are looking to add a bit of down-home family fun and entertainment to your Pigeon Forge vacation, Dollywood is a must-see attraction. 

• Open Hours: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM (May vary with season)
• Price: $69 (Ages 12-59) + $56 (Ages 4-11) + $64 (Ages 60-above)

• Events: BBQ and Bluegrass, Dollywood Nights, Dollywood Harvest Festival, Dollywood Kidfest, Smoky Mountain Christmas, Flower & Food Festival
• Activities: Thrill Rides, Shopping, Craft Demonstrations, Dining, Live Entertainment

Located on Music Road in Pigeon Forge, TN, WonderWorks is a massive indoor amusement park designed to stimulate young minds. This interactive park features magical play zones and over 100 hands-on exhibits that combine imaginative play with educational lessons.

Experience the tremors of a 6.0 earthquake, make human-sized bubbles, fly a fighter jet or challenge yourself to the 50-foot-tall indoor ropes course. Once you enter the park, you will find the ceiling under your feet and the ground over your head. After passing through the inversion tunnel, you will realign yourself to begin your WonderWorks adventure! 

• Open Hours: 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM (Daily)
• Price: $27.99 + Tax (Ages 13 and above); $18.99 + Tax (Ages 4-12); Free (3 and below)

• Events: Indoor Ropes Challenge, Wonders of Flight, The Wonders of Magic, Lazer-tag Arena
• Activities: Children's Attractions, Hands-on Exhibits, Dining, Laser-tag, Thrill Rides, Shopping

Located in Pigeon Forge, this exciting family destination offers shopping, dining, and arts and crafts while surrounded by warm Smoky Mountain hospitality. Sit down for a family-style, Southern meal at The Old Mill Restaurant.  

Grab a scoop of ice cream from The Old Mill Creamery or stop by The Old Mill General Store to take home your own Southern favorites like grits, cornmeal, and fritter mix. Go shopping at The Old Mill Pigeon River Pottery for one-of-a-kind pieces handcrafted by a master potter, or browse unique fashions and jewelry at Sassafras. 

• Open Hours: 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM (Daily)
• Price: Prices Vary

• Events: Heritage Day at Pigeon Forge, Holiday Open House, Thanksgiving at the Restaurant
• Activities: Shopping, Pottery, Live Music, Dining

Honoring the 2,208 passengers and crew who set sail on the RMS Titanic, the Titanic Museum in Pigeon Forge offers fascinating hands-on exhibits and over 400 authentic artifacts uncovered from the ship and its passengers.  

Step back in time with this two-story, boat-shaped museum that memorializes the famous luxury liner and allows guests to experience the liner the way the elite did. Walk the hallways, dance in the parlors, and descend the Grand Staircase. Discover what it was like to balance on the angled decks of the sinking ship or learn how to send an SOS signal. 

• Open Hours: 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM (Daily)
• Price: Prices Vary

• Events: Heritage Day at Pigeon Forge, Holiday Open House, Thanksgiving at the Restaurant
• Activities: Shopping, Pottery, Live Music, Dining

Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction is a fun-filled family adventure for your next Smoky Mountain vacation. Enjoy thrilling animal stunts and outstanding musical and pyrotechnic numbers followed by a delicious four-course, Southern-style meal including homemade dessert.  

In addition to the main event and dinner, you will enjoy a pre-show in the Belle Saloon with the musical stylings of country and bluegrass band Mountain Ruckus. 

• Open Hours: 1:00 PM, 3:30 PM, 6:00 PM (Saturday); 6:00 PM, 8:30 PM (Friday); 6:00 PM, 8:30 PM (Sun-Thu)
• Price: Starting from $44.99 per person

• Events: Dolly Parton's Belle Saloon, 4-course Family Feast, Dolly Parton's Family Christmas
• Activities: Dining, Gift Shop, Live Music/Comedy, Live Entertainment, Live Animals

Shop for and save on the hottest designer and name-brand fashion, footwear, apparel, and home décor at Tanger Outlets in Sevierville, Tennessee. Tanger Outlets are located about a mile from our Pigeon Forge hotel.

This open-air outlet mall lets you buy direct from name-brand manufacturers such as Aeropostale, Coach, Fossil, Michael Kors, Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren, and the Banana Republic to save 20-40% on everything at this popular shopping destination. After browsing the incredible mix of outlet stores, enjoy dining at the Chop House or Joe's Crab Shack. 

• Open Hours: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM (Mon-Sat); 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Sunday)
• Price: Varies

• Events: Columbus Day Sidewalk Sale, Moonlight Madness, After Thanksgiving Sale, Pink STYLE
• Activities: Shopping, Walking, Sales Events, Dining

Within walking distance from our hotel, the Pigeon Forge Hollywood Wax Museum is a tribute to the American film industry and the artists who have greatly influenced our nation's pop culture. See the collection's spot-on celebrity lookalikes, including Elvis, Marilyn, and Lucille Ball.  

Immerse yourself in this timeless Hollywood experience while rubbing elbows, dressing up, and taking selfies with the biggest stars of yesterday and today. This famous wax museum in Pigeon Forge has become a cultural landmark in the Smoky Mountains. 

• Open Hours: From 9:00 AM (Daily)
• Price: $25.99 (12 and above); $15.99 (Ages 4-11); Free (Ages 3 and under)

• Events: Castle of Chaos, Hannah: Maze of Mirrors, Fundraising Events
• Activities: Tours, Group Discounts, Private Events, Gift Shop

The Island in Pigeon Forge is overflowing with fun family activities in the Great Smoky Mountains. The Island features 60 retail shops, restaurants, thrill rides, attractions, live entertainment, and seasonal events.  

Check out the spectacular Island Show Fountain, where 89 water nozzles and dazzling lights display beautiful movements choreographed to music. Ride on the 200-foot-tall Great Smoky Mountain Wheel and enjoy amazing views of the mountains. Spend the day shopping, riding rides, playing games, enjoying live music, and dining at beautiful restaurants, including Paula Deen's Family Kitchen. 

• Open Hours: 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM (Daily)
• Price: Varies per attraction

• Events: Annual Halloween at The Island, Memories Theater Invades the Island, Goblin Greenway 5k, Harvest Hoedown Show
• Activities: Dining, Shopping, Thrill Rides, Arcade Games, Fountain Shows, Live Entertainment

America's most visited national park, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, is home to diverse plant and animal life, stunning mountain vistas, and breathtaking waterfalls. More than 800 miles of scenic trails for hiking and horseback riding reside in the park, including part of the Appalachian Trail. 

Enjoy fishing for trout in brooks and streams, hiking to the top of the peak, biking through Cades Cove, or camping under a blanket of stars. Whether you want to drive through the beautiful scenery, gaze at the colorful wildflowers, or have a picnic in some of the most pristine countries in North America, the Smoky Mountains are the place for adventure and relaxation. 

• Open Hours: 24 hours (Daily)
• Price: Free (admission)

• Events: Wilderness Wednesday Talk, Traditional Old-Time Music, Cataract Falls Walk
• Activities: Hiking, Biking, Fishing, Guided Tours, Picnicking, Camping

Let your little league star discover what it's like in the Big Leagues at The Ripken Experience in Pigeon Forge. Enjoy playing on six different turf replicas of famous ballparks such as Camden Yards in Baltimore, MD, and Isotopes Park in Albuquerque, NM.  

This state-of-the-art baseball complex features batting cages and bullpens, a 14,000-square-foot, two-level clubhouse offering views of the fields and the majestic Smoky Mountains. The Ripken Experience offers spring training for high school and collegiate programs and hosts Spring Tournaments to inspire young baseball players and enhance your next family vacation in Pigeon Forge. 

• Events: Armed Forces Tournament, Mother's Day Tournament, Memorial Day Classic
• Activities: Youth Baseball, Batting Cages, Shopping, Sports Events, Tournaments

• Open Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00PM (Mon-Fri)
• Price: Free (admission)