Family Trip to the Smokies
Our Favorite Things To Do
Stop on your way in (or out) at one of the largest Buc-ee's
"The Sevierville Buc-ee’s currently ranks as the world’s second largest convenience store. Sprawling 74,000 square feet—bigger than a football field!"
170 Buc-ee's Blvd, Kodak, TN 37764
--- Our favorites at The Island ---
SkyFly: Soar America
Similar to Disney's Soarin'. "The sensations of flight are created by a state-of-the-art 50-ton ride platform that lifts guests into the air, feet dangling, before a 50-foot spherical screen. The ride gently moves guests in synchronization to the film on the screen to simulate flight, with wind, scents, and mists providing a fully immersive experience."
Paula Deen's Family Kitchen
"Hearty Southern cuisine served in a laid-back restaurant, alongside shared side dishes & desserts."
Family style meals. Our favorite breakfast in the area.
Alcatraz East Crime Museum (Pigeon Forge)
"Explore American history from a different perspective in five unique galleries that burrow deep into criminal profiles, the penal system, victim’s stories, crime prevention, forensic science, law enforcement and our justice system. The museum is 25,000 square feet, spread over 2 floors and includes over 100 interactives. So much fun it’s a crime!"
Children 7 and under are free.
2757 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
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Country Tonite Theatre (Pigeon Forge)
"Country Tonite’s 2024 season promises to surpass all expectations as we combine your favorite country classics with hot new country hits and hilarious country comedy in this fast-paced show."
Variety show with country music and slapstick/goofy comedy. Children 12 and under are free.
129 Showplace Blvd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
Anakeesta (Gatlinburg)
Admission includes chair lift or truck ride to the top of the mountain, observation tower, adventure zone, treetop skywalk, and challenge course.
Mountain coaster and zip lining also available, for additional charge. Children 3 and under are free.
Limited shopping and dining also available at the top.
576 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
The Old Mill Square (Pigeon Forge)
Southern style restaurant, a cafe, creamery, distillery, candy store, and other shops.
175 Old Mill Avenue Pigeon Forge, Tennessee 37863
MoonPie General Store and the Original Book Warehouse (Pigeon Forge)
"Large selection of books, gifts, ice cold drinks, old fashioned candies and Moonpies of every delicious flavor!"
3127 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
Coffee Shack (Gatlinburg)
Hole-in-the-wall type place to get great coffee in Gatlinburg.
610 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Mayfield Dairy Bar (Gatlinburg)
Has a variety of ice cream treats, funnel cakes with lots of topping options, and deep fried candy bars.
738 Parkway # 1, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Other things we haven't done, but figured might be interesting
Gatlin's Fun Center (Pigeon Forge + Gatlinburg)
"Fun Center" with 4 locations. They have a "Do It All Pass" to one location for $24 or all locations for $40 that is valid for 10 days, with unlimited golf and single admission to all of their other activities: ropes course, laser tag, laser maze, mirror maze, virtual reality, and bumper cars.
Lumberjack Feud Supper Show (Pigeon Forge)
"Paula Deen’s Lumberjack Feud Supper Show is one of the highest rated and most affordable family-friendly dinner shows in Pigeon Forge. Get ready for side-splittin’ comedy, crowd interaction, and jaw dropping feuding between our Dawson and McGraw lumberjack families. Hold on to your axes, this feud is a wild ride!"
Children 3 and under are free, sitting in a parent's lap.
Mini Golf Park Hopper Pass (Pigeon Forge + Gatlinburg)
Unlimited access to 3 different mini golf locations and a trampoline arena.
