Pigeon Forge
Things to do in Pigeon Forge, TN, located in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains
Pigeon Forge, Tenn.
With over 14 million people trafficking Pigeon Forge, Tennessee on their way to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Pigeon Forge has become a tourist mecca in its own right. Located in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains, it’s famous for its family-friendly entertainment. Dollywood, the area’s flagship amusement park offers rides and entertainment that rival the likes of Disney. Dinner theaters like Pirates Voyage and Comedy Barn are abundant as are museums (like Titanic and WonderWorks) and shopping malls. The Island, a popular shopping and entertainment complex, features rides and attractions like a giant Ferris wheel and a variety of local shops. And the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is just a 20-40 minute drive away (depending on traffic).
Benefits: Proximity to Dollywood
Drawbacks: Traffic, Crowds, Further from GSMNP
Our Insider Tips:
- Must-see attractions include Dollywood & Splash Country.
- Must-eat restaurants include The Old Mill & Mama’s Farmhouse.
- Consider taking Chapman Hwy from Knoxville to avoid 407 traffic.
- Avoid Rod Run dates if you hate standstill traffic.
- Always get dining reservations (if available) & call ahead to confirm hours.
- Check for area coupons here.
- Save on attraction tickets by bundling and booking online.
PIGEON FORGE GUIDES
By: John Gullion, Staff Writer
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9 Best Hotels in Pigeon Forge
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Learn MoreAREA DISCOUNTS
Don’t forget to order attraction tickets online and bundle for the best deals. Note: Offers below are subject to change.
Save $2 per ticket at Alcatraz East Crime Museum
Alcatraz East discounts
Save up to $2 on general admission tickets at Alcatraz East Crime Museum.
Save $2 per ticket at Beyond the Lens
Beyond the Lens discounts
Save up to $2 per ticket at Beyond the Lens in Pigeon Forge.
Save $3 at Crave Golf Club mini-golf with promo code TSC when you purchase 2 courses
Crave Golf Club discounts
Save $3 when you purchase two courses online with promo code TSC at Crave Golf Club mini golf.
You may also redeem this coupon at the ticket counter using the barcode below.
PROMO CODE: TSC
Save $5 on Lumberjack Feud Show tickets and/or Adventure Park tickets with promo code TSC
Lumberjack Feud discounts
Save $5 when you book online with promo code TSC on Paula Deen’s Lumberjack Feud Show and Adventure Park admission or show tickets.
You may also redeem this coupon at the ticket counter using the barcode below.
PROMO CODE: TSC
Save $2 at TopJump Trampoline and Extreme Arena with promo code TSC
TopJump discounts
Save $2 when you book online on jumping and climbing with promo code TSC at TopJump Trampoline and Extreme Arena.
You may also redeem this coupon at the ticket counter using the barcode below.
PROMO CODE: TSC
Save $2 at Toy Box Mini Golf when you purchase 2 courses
Toy Box Mini Golf discounts
Save $2 when you purchase a course online with promo code TBTSC at Toy Box Mini Golf.
You may also redeem this coupon at the ticket counter using the barcode below.
PROMO CODE: TBTSC
Save $7 per ticket at the Titanic Museum in Pigeon Forge
Titanic Pigeon Forge discounts
Save $7 on admission to the Titanic Museum in Pigeon Forge.
Save up to 43% on select resort packages at Wilderness at the Smokies in Sevierville
Wilderness at the Smokies discounts
Groupon is offering up to 43% off rooms (as low as $99 per night) at the Wilderness Stone Hill Lodge plus a $50 arcade voucher. Wilderness at the Smokies outdoor and indoor waterpark access is included with your stay.
Soaky Mountain Waterpark, the sister park, is available for a discounted rate for Wilderness guests.
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Save $2 per ticket at WonderWorks
Wonderworks discounts
Save $2 per ticket when you book online with Tripster.
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