WonderWorks upside down building
July 5, 2024

Imagine this: You’re driving down the Pigeon Forge Parkway, and you catch a glimpse of what appears to be an upside-down building. Don’t worry, your eyes aren’t deceiving you! This unusual building is just WonderWorks! WonderWorks is a unique museum attraction that offers educational fun for all ages. This attraction is a must-visit during your Smoky Mountain vacation! Here are a few reasons to stop by WonderWorks in Pigeon Forge:

1. The Wonder Zones

close up of child blowing bubbles using soapy hands

Your WonderWorks journey begins as you pass through the inversion tunnel and the building is right-side-up again! Once you are properly aligned on the other side, you’ll find 6 Wonder Zones containing more than 100 hands-on exhibits and interactive displays. The Physical Challenge Zone is a fan-favorite filled with interactives that are sure to amaze! You can find out what happens when you lie on a bed of nails, or make a bubble big enough for you to fit inside at the Bubble Lab! Other Wonder Zones include the Extreme Weather Zone, Light & Sound Zone, Space Discovery Zone, Imagination Lab, and Wonder Art Gallery.

2. Glow-in-the-Dark Ropes Course

Take family fun to new heights at the World’s Largest Indoor Ropes Course! This glow-in-the-dark adventure features swinging steps, lily pads, a tremor bridge, and more! You will encounter over 50 fun-filled obstacles and activities as you climb up the 4 stories of ropes. Whether you’re a more advanced athlete or just trying something new, you can discover exhilarating challenges and a sense of accomplishment as you test your mental and physical abilities on this unique ropes course at WonderWorks!

3. Laser Tag Arena

laser tag player

Strap on your laser vest and enter the blacklight maze for an action-packed game of Laser Tag at WonderWorks! The object of this game is to use the technology you’ve been given to outlast and outshoot the other players. You can work alone or form alliances along the way to ensure a victory! Try to stay hidden behind various obstacles, but make sure you keep your eyes peeled for opponents to defend your position and avoid their blasters!

4. 4D Motion Ride

Transcend time and space in the 12-seat 4D Motion Ride! You will be virtually transported from your seat into an epic, big screen adventure! This 4D theater offers a one-of-a-kind experience that combines 3D film with special effects and full motion seating to fully immerse you in the action on the screen. The ride features 3 movies on a rotating schedule throughout the season, and these movies could include imaginative lands such as Canyon Coaster, Wild West Mine, and Dino Safari.

Where to Stay in Pigeon Forge

You can explore WonderWorks and all sorts of other attractions in Pigeon Forge during your Smoky Mountain vacation! To avoid missing out on a thing, you’ll want to stay at our Pigeon Forge cabins. These cabins are conveniently close to all the action but nestled in quiet wooded settings. Browse our selection of Pigeon Forge cabins and start planning your next fun-filled trip to the Smokies!