Pigeon Forge Attractions
Things to Do in the Smokies
Located just five miles from Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Eastern Tennessee, Pigeon Forge is a favorite destination for families who appreciate its proximity to the park’s 850 miles of hiking trails, fly fishing, horseback riding, and biking. It’s a bustling mountain resort town, home to an array of well-known attractions, including Dollywood and Dollywood’s Splash Country, WonderWorks, and the Titanic Museum. Outdoor adventurers and nature lovers enjoy whitewater rafting, kayaking, and tubing, while shoppers won’t want to miss The Island in Pigeon Forge. Learn more about the top things to do below:
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
America’s most visited national park, Great Smoky Mountains National Park straddles the border between North Carolina and Tennessee. This more than 800-square-mile park offers more than 850 miles of hiking trails, abundant and diverse plant and animal life, and a glimpse into the history of Southern Appalachian mountain culture.
Dollywood
Dollywood is an 118-acre theme park featuring rides and spectacular shows anchored in the history and traditions of Eastern Tennessee – all with a dose of our Smoky Mountain hometown hero Dolly Parton’s charm.
2700 Dollywood Parks Blvd.
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
Dollywood’s Splash Country Water Adventure Park
A perfect complement to Dollywood, family-friendly Splash Country is a wonderland of water, waves and adventure. Home to Tennessee’s first water coaster, this 30-acre attraction has over a dozen water slides and rides.
2700 Dollywood Parks Blvd.
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
Titanic Museum
More than 400 personal and private artifacts tell the story of the world’s most famous and ill-fated ship. Features of the Titanic Museum include a $1 million exact replica of the ship’s Grand Staircase, an actual size lifeboat and more.
2134 Parkway
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
WonderWorks
An upside-down adventure for the whole family, WonderWorks features more than 100 hands-on exhibits, allowing visitors to experience earthquakes, hurricane force winds, space exploration and more.
100 Music Road
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
Great Smoky Mountain Wheel
The centerpiece of The Island in Pigeon Forge, the Great Smoky Mountain Wheel towers 200 feet over Pigeon Forge and offers spectacular views from gondolas accommodating up to eight guests.
131 The Island Dr.
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
