Pigeon Forge Attractions

Calling all animal lovers! A new interactive museum is now open in Pigeon Forge called the Mountain Wildlife Museum. The goal of this unique family friendly museum is for guests to experience gorgeous wildlife up close and also learn about protection efforts for the animals who call the Southeastern United States home. The Mountain Wildlife Museum not only has taxidermy of animals you can find in the Smoky Mountains but wildlife across the world as well. Are you interested in getting face to face with wildlife and having an unforgettable experience? Here is what to expect when you visit the Mountain Wildlife Museum in Pigeon Forge:

The Island in Pigeon Forge has now released to the public 4 of its 5 new rides! This means there are now more opportunities for fun at this unique Pigeon Forge amusement park! Are you excited to try out all the new rides and explore more of this playful destination? Here are all the details about the new rides now open at The Island in Pigeon Forge:

If you have never experienced an escape game, there is no better place to enjoy the thrill than in the Smoky Mountains. For those who aren’t familiar with how it works, your group is given a preset amount of time (usually one hour) to solve a variety of clues, puzzles, and riddles in order to escape the final room. These activities require a good amount of teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills to accomplish the goal. In order to get your mission started, check out 6 of the best escape games in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg:

The Smoky Mountains is one of the top destinations for a family vacation! That’s because there are so many exciting attractions in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge that the whole family will love — especially the kids. To help you decide what you should do with your kids when you visit, we’ve put together a list of the top 10 things to do in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge for kids:

Attention to all those who love shopping at boutiques and supporting small businesses! Lumberjack Square in Pigeon Forge is home to a new boutique called Coal Miner’s Daughter Mercantile. If you have a passion for supporting small businesses and love unique finds, this is the place to go! There you can find merchandise from 45 small businesses with new inventory added all the time. Are you interested in learning more about Coal Miner’s Daughter Mercantile? Here is everything you need to know about this new unique Pigeon Forge boutique now open in Lumberjack Square: 

Are you ready to experience the thrills of the largest snow tubing hill in Tennessee? Plan a visit to Rowdy Bear’s Smoky Mountain Snowpark in Pigeon Forge! This exciting attraction features 8 snow tubing lanes that are covered in REAL snow, plus 3 summer tubing lanes and more fun. We’ve gathered all the details on tubing in Pigeon Forge at Rowdy Bear’s Smoky Mountain Snowpark!

Smoky Mountain Winterfest is one of the biggest celebrations in Sevier County, TN. The area is decorated with more than 5 million twinkling lights and Christmas displays. Did you know The Island in Pigeon Forge is hosting some Winterfest activities of its own? Learn more about what to expect when you visit Winterfest at The Island in Pigeon Forge this year:

Have you heard the news!? Dollywood has just been awarded 3 more awards on top of being named America’s best theme park back in June of 2022. That is 4 awards this year let alone! This is fantastic news for celebration not only for Dollywood, but the Smoky Mountains in general! Dollywood’s future is looking bright! Here are all the details about Dollywood’s 3 new Golden Ticket Awards:

The Mountain Mile is continuing to grow, this time with a fun attraction that will challenge your mind and problem-solving skills. Escapology is a fun interactive escape game where you will try to solve an array of puzzles and mysteries in order to “escape” the room in only one hour. Here is everything you need to know about the newest attraction at the Mountain Mile in Pigeon Forge:

You are probably aware of some of the biggest name attractions in Pigeon Forge, such as The Island and Dollywood. While these are definitely places that you will want to check out, there are also some lesser-known activities that you don’t want to miss! Here are 6 unique Pigeon Forge attractions that are located off the beaten path:

From theme parks, to shops, to entertainment, Pigeon Forge is full of fun for the whole family! One of the best things to do as a family is go see a show. You’ll get to spend an evening laughing and enjoying an incredible performance with the ones you love! Pigeon Forge has everything from comedy shows to music shows, so you’ll be able to find the perfect entertainment for your family. Here are the top 5 family-friendly Pigeon Forge Shows you don’t want to miss:

The holiday season is a special time in the Smokies. Filled with sparkling lights and merry decor, there is plenty of Christmas-themed entertainment to choose from. If you're planning to visit and don't know what to see, Visit My Smokies has created a list of 4 Christmas attractions in the Smoky Mountains you should see on your trip.

Who says you have to hike through the mountains to see the bears? Your family is counting on seeing a bear during your Smoky Mountain vacation, but spotting a black bear in the national park isn’t always guaranteed. Don’t worry, though, there are actually a few places where you can see bears without having to hike. Learn about the best places to see black bears in the Smoky Mountains without hiking:

Are you looking for fun ways to escape the busyness on the Parkway? We can help! You can spend a whole day (or more) enjoying all the activities along Wears Valley Road. Located just off the beaten path, this road offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle along the Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg Parkways. We want to show you all the fun you can have here! Take a look at the top 6 things to do along Wears Valley Road:

Get ready for a new, fully immersive experience in Pigeon Forge! FlyRide is now open at Beyond the Lens. On this adventure, riders will soar over mountains and skim over lakes on a journey above the most popular landmarks in America! To help you learn more about this attraction, we’ve put together a guide of everything you need to know about FlyRide in Pigeon Forge: