Bush’s Visitor Center
Free To All Ages
https://www.bushbeans.com/en_US/about-us/visitor-center
Official Summary:
“The Bush’s® Visitor Center nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains in Chestnut Hill, Tennessee, is where you can learn all about our history, beans and how we’ve spent the last 110 years spreading that good bean word.
COME FOR THE HISTORY, STAY FOR THE FOOD
Enjoy some home cookin’ and Southern specialties at the Bush’s® Family Cafe, but be sure to save room for a slice or three of our famous Pinto Bean Pie.”
Big Rock Dude Ranch
Kids’ Playground And Petting Zoo Are Free To Visit
https://horseridingbigrock.com/
Official Summary:
“Our Smoky Mountain outdoor activities let you travel back in time and experience the Smokies as the early settlers did 200 years ago as they crossed the mountains on horseback seeing these mountains and valleys for the very first time. Enjoy relaxing outdoor family activities such as fishing in our stocked fishing pond, mining for gems at our gem mine, and visiting the animals at our petting zoo. Our shaded picnic area is the perfect place to relax and enjoy a snack from our General Store.”
Sugarlands Visitor Center
Free To All Ages
https://www.nps.gov/grsm/planyourvisit/visitorcenters.htm
Official Summary:
“Near Gatlinburg, TN, Sugarlands Visitor Center is an excellent starting point as you enter the park’s North District. Learn about the park’s plants and animals with natural history exhibits. Enjoy ranger-led programs conducted seasonally. Peruse the park bookstore and shop. Access public restrooms and drink vending machines. The Backcountry Permit Office is here, too.”
Cades Cove
Free To All Ages
https://www.nps.gov/grsm/planyourvisit/cadescove.htm
Official Summary:
“Cades Cove is a broad, verdant valley surrounded by mountains and is one of the most popular destinations in the Great Smokies. It offers some of the best opportunities for wildlife viewing in the park. Large numbers of white-tailed deer are frequently seen, and sightings of black bear, coyote, ground hog, turkey, raccoon, skunk, and other animals are also possible. An 11-mile, one-way loop road circles the cove, offering motorists the opportunity to sightsee at a leisurely pace. Allow at least two to four hours to tour Cades Cove, longer if you walk some of the area’s trails. Traffic is heavy during the tourist season in summer and fall and on weekends year-round. While driving the loop road, please be courteous to other visitors and use pullouts when stopping to enjoy the scenery or view wildlife.”
Little River Railroad & Lumber Company Museum
Free To All Ages
https://littleriverrailroad.org/
Official Summary:
“The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company is a non-profit corporation founded in 1982 to preserve the heritage of the Little River Lumber Company and the Little River Railroad. We operate a museum in Townsend, Tennessee, collecting, preserving, and exhibiting the history of these companies, and of the people in this region.”
Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud
Free For Children Under 3
https://hatfieldmccoydinnerfeud.com
Official Summary:
“Become part of the longest running feud in history and help the Hatfields and McCoys try to settle their differences mountain-style. Whether you’re city-folk or country cuzins, you’ll love the singin’ and dancin’, mighty feats of strength, jaw-dropping stunts and side-splitting comedy at our Pigeon Forge show. The chaos doesn’t stop with fightin’ cousins! You’ll watch divin’ Hillbillies and divin’ dogs in our swimmin’ hole. Plus, watch as fun takes flight with our brand new addition to the show — our billycopter!”
Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show
Free For Children Under 3
https://piratesvoyage.com/pigeon-forge/
Official Summary:
“Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show in Pigeon Forge invites you to join the most famous pirate, Blackbeard, and his quartermaster, Calico Jack, as they lead the Crimson and Sapphire crews in a battle on land, on deck, in water, and high above full-sized pirate ships in an indoor hideaway lagoon! Be amazed by beautiful mermaids, tropical birds, and much more, all while enjoying a fabulous four-course feast.”
Dollywood and Splash Country
Free For Free Pre-K Imagination Season Pass
https://www.dollywood.com/
Official Summary:
“At Dollywood we celebrate the best of life as we light up the Smokies with rides, slides, music, food and laughter – day and night. We invite you to our Tennessee home where you can hold on tight to those you love most in the great outdoors in each beautiful season of the year. Voted the #1 Theme Park in the United States by Tripadvisor, Dollywood offers more than 50 world-class rides, high-energy entertainment, award-winning dining and the friendliest park atmosphere in the world!”
Comedy Barn
Free For Children Under 3
https://comedybarn.com/buy-tickets/
Official Summary:
“The Comedy Barn Theater in Pigeon Forge offers clean comedy for an enjoyable evening of family fun. We have comedians, jugglers, ventriloquists, barnyard animals, live music, and more! Experience over two hours of side-splitting jokes and hilarious antics from our talented cast. You’ll laugh until you can’t laugh any more. Bring the kids, bring your neighbors, bring your pastor, bring Uncle Jack, bring your granny — well, you get the picture. Bring EVERYONE to The Comedy Barn Theater in Pigeon Forge for an evening of entertainment that’s sure to get your giggles going.”
Titanic Museum in Pigeon Forge
Free For Children Under 4
https://titanicpigeonforge.com/
Official Summary:
“Titanic Museum Attraction in Pigeon Forge is a celebration of the ship, passengers and crew! It is said that the best way to respect and honor those who gave their lives is to simply tell their stories. Each guest entering the ship will receive a boarding pass of an actual Titanic passenger or crew. Feel their spirit presence in the galleries where over 400 personal and private artifacts are on display. Many are on display for the first time in the world. This collection is valued at over four and a half million dollars. This is a self-guided tour.”
Ripley’s Aquarium In Gatlinburg
Free For Children Under 2
https://www.ripleyaquariums.com/gatlinburg/
Official Summary:
“Enter into an underwater world of wonder at Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies in Gatlinburg, Tennessee! Soar through moving glide paths alongside rays and sea turtles, soak up the beautiful colors of exotic fish, and come face-to-fin with thousands of other fascinating creatures, from barracudas and sharks to jellies and eels! Ripley’s Aquariums’ animal experts also entertain and educate through many hands-on experiences, including touch tanks and behind-the-scenes encounters!”
Gatlinburg SkyPark
Free For Children Under 5
https://www.gatlinburgskypark.com/
Official Summary:
“Ride the yellow chairlift to the best views in Gatlinburg and cross the record-breaking SkyBridge, the longest pedestrian cable bridge in North America. After your walk across SkyBridge, take a hike along the SkyTrail and climb Tulip Tower to the observation area. Relax and take in the view from the SkyDeck amphitheater. Shop in the SkyCenter for souvenirs and grab a meal. At Night, take the SkyLift to a unique nighttime experience in Gatlinburg. View the twinkling lights of downtown Gatlinburg from the SkyBridge and sit by the firepit. CBS News reports that Gatlinburg SkyBridge made the 2022 Google “Year in Search” list as one of Top 10 Most Scenic Spots in U.S. Come discover the Best Views of the Great Smoky Mountains! SkyPark is a family tradition and the longest running attraction in Gatlinburg. Start your family tradition today.”
Star Cars Museum
Free For Children 5 & Under are FREE!
https://www.starcarstn.com/
Official Summary:
“We feature the best Hollywood movie & TV cars in recreated settings displayed with sound, lights, and action! Many of the cars are the creations of George Barris, who has created more famous Hollywood movie & TV cars than anyone. The most Famous being the 1966 TV Show Batmobile. The museum is constantly searching for new cars to improve the collection. Some of our most popular cars are from various blockbuster hit movies such as The Ghostbusters Ecto-1, The Munsters Drag-u-la, General Lee from The Dukes of Hazzard and the Beverly Hillbillies Jalopy, Two Batmobiles from “Batman TV Show ” & “Batman Returns.” Other cars featured are “Eleanor” from Gone in 60 Seconds, various The Fast and the Furious vehicles, Back to the Future DeLorean time machine, Days of Thunder Mello Yello race car, the Beach Boys 1955 Thunderbird, Sir Paul McCartney’s Cadillac, and many more.”
Ober Mountain Tramway
Free For Children Under 5
https://www.obergatlinburg.com/
Official Summary:
“Welcome to the scenic and exciting four-seasons world of Ober Mountain Adventure Park and Ski Area. A mountaintop of fun, excitement and beauty high above Gatlinburg, TN, is waiting for you! Ober Mountain is most famous for being the state of Tennessee’s only Ski and Snowboard Area. While winter is definitely peak season, we keep our doors open when the snow melts! Ober is a year-round destination that is worth visiting no matter the season. A must-see Smokies Attraction, Ober has plenty of activities for ALL ages and is a place everyone can enjoy. Shop while they play or play while they shop. At the end of the day, dine together & travel together in style via the Aerial Tramway!”
