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Map of Pigeon Forge — Best attractions, restaurants, and transportation info
Map of Pigeon Forge — Best attractions, restaurants, and transportation info
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Updated • updatedNov 18, 2025
Updated • updatedNov 18, 2025
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Top 10 attractions in Pigeon Forge
Here are the top 20 places you should check out to get the best experience of your time in Pigeon Forge. If you want to see more, visit our full list here.
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Titanic Museum Attraction
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Specialty Museums
The TITANIC Museum Attraction in Pigeon Forge offers an immersive experience dedicated to the famous ship. Shaped like the Titanic itself, the museum features recovered artifacts and interactive exhibits that change annually, focusing on different aspects of the passengers and the ship. Visitors receive a ticket representing a real-life passenger at the start of their journey. Inside, there are replicas of staterooms and dining halls with stunning architectural details matching those of the original Titanic.
WORTH THE STOP. This museum has done an incredible job of remembering the 2,208 lives. The staff is dressed as staff of the ship. Every staff we talked to was incredibly friendly, especially Mark. He made me feel like I was actually walking into the grand staircase for the first time. It’s incredibly beautiful and takes your breath away when you see it. You are given a card of an actual passenger and you find out at the end if you were a survivor. They have over 300 artifacts. It’s just expensive as the other museums in the area, but it’s so worth it. The gift shop also has a large selection of items including the heart of the ocean. Would highly recommend.
Megan Y — Google review
It's a nice experience if you're into historian events or if you enjoyed the movie (as they have an entire section devoted to it). We missed a couple of things while on the tour, but it still didn't seem like it was that big. It took us about an hour to finish the tour. Overall, though, it's a nice museum and gives you a very detailed look at the events that occurred.
My mother and I really wanted to come here for our family vacation and it was okay. Definitely didn't learn anything I didn't already know about the ship however there were a few interactive games you could participate in if you like to. When we order tickets, you had to select a time slot (which is thought maybe that would mean not many people), however we could barely move along the ship and had a awful time seeing everything we wanted to see. Beside thats no complaints
Such an amazing museum! This and another in TN, if I remember correctly, are privately owned. So informative with artifacts about the ship, it's crew, and the people. A great stop if you are wanting to do something in the area. Self guided or you can download an audio tour. The hosts know thier history and the many people that traveled on the ship. How long g can you keep your hand in 28 degree water? You can try it. The ice cream shop is wonderful.
OMG!!! This was a great experience!!! Sooo informative. You even get to touch the 28° water to feel how cold it was. As you enter you get a "Boarding Pass" which contains info of one of the passengers. At the end of the tour you will see the names of the passengers etched on a blue wall and there you can see whether you survived or not.
Awesome place to visit if you love the movie and are interested in artifacts and just everything about the Titanic in general. It was over an hour walk through.. very cool!!
The outside of the building is amazing in itself and there's lots of things to take pictures of right in the area...
My husband and I were gifted tickets to the Titanic Museum. While we did know the facts shared. What was really amazing was the artifacts and attention to detail they put into the attraction. Especially the building of the Titanic. The diorama of the ships class sections were crazy detailed, even down to the mail in the slots. Our boarding passes were of 3rd and 1st class passengers who unfortunately perished in the sinking.
It was slightly crowded, but we managed the crowd fine. We're from the busy city. Wife loved every section of the self guided tour. She loved everything in the retail shop that we could afford too.
2Let's R — Google reviewChristina B — Google reviewKimberly R — Google reviewLCAmundo — Google reviewNicko M — Google reviewM A — Google reviewSandy F — Google review
The Island Dr
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The Island Dr is a bustling hub in the heart of the city, offering an array of dining options, retail stores, accommodations, and entertainment venues. One of its main attractions is Margaritaville's St. Somewhere Spa, where visitors can indulge in custom treatments such as Volcano Hot Stone Massage and Signature Key Lime Margarita Spa Manicure. Additionally, The Island features the Great Smoky Mountain Wheel, providing breathtaking views from its 200-foot-tall structure.
This place is fun and decked out for the holidays, plenty todo to spend the day or evening around without driving everywhere. Enjoy some live music, visit with Santa, check out some holiday lights via walk or Ferris wheel.
Tori F — Google review
We always enjoy the Island, this time was definitely a little more special for our family!
The facility is always clean, entertaining, family friendly, and a constant vibe!
Fun place to shop , eat & walk around
Best place in Pigeon Forge
Grat place to walk. Many stores and restaurants
All great! My family and I, we loved visiting this place. Leon helped my mom and gave us good service.
Fun place to visit and see the local culture and some of the attractions.
I have been several times, and it never disappoints. There is so much to see and do. I love the shops, Paula Dean's, the rides, wine tasting, moonshine tasting the trolley, and the huge fountain . Never had a bad experience.
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Hollywood Wax Museum
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Scenic spot
Specialty Museums
Located in Pigeon Forge, the Hollywood Wax Museum is a must-visit attraction for movie enthusiasts. The museum showcases incredibly lifelike wax figures of iconic celebrities from classic film stars to today's A-listers. Visitors can walk the red carpet and pose with their favorite stars, creating memorable photo opportunities. The museum also features cool props to enhance the experience.
Super fun place kids had a blast taking pictures and so did I they have props for most models some will work with other models also. Follow the road in the walkway it will take you though the whole venue.
Vietlao — Google review
Very fun. We visited on a Friday evening. It was not all that busy and no wait to get in. They take your picture upon entering, with the purchase to buy. Some of the wax figures are so life-like and look just like the celebrity while others, not so much. I love that they have props and you can interact with the wax figures. Great price too! About $35 for a very entertaining experience.
The museum was a cool experience and we had fun taking pictures with the figures. However, we came with a 1.5 year old, so we didn’t buy the add-ons. That said, we paid $74 for two adults for just the wax museum alone. It’s only $5 each more to add on some other attractions, which might make it more worth it. It took us about 30 minutes to get through the museum, so it felt too expensive overall but we still had fun.
Very cool experience. Some of the wax figures were very lifelike, and others not so much. It was a nice surprise that you could walk up to the figures and they were not roped off - the props were a cool touch as well. We only got the single ticket, not the all access pass as we were not interested in the rest of the activities on the pass. I gave it 3 stars because it really is too expensive for what you get. Almost $80 for two people. Just not enough bang for the buck. If you're really watching your money you may want to sit this one out.
We really enjoyed the exhibit was comfortable inside and the characters seemed almost life like for some, while others didn't quite look anatomically correct others seemed spot on. Well worth the price of admission to take the tour. Was crowded at points because it seemed everyone wanted pictures with certain statues but that's to be expected.
While visiting Smoky Mountains National Park and staying in Pigeon Forge, we had a little time in our hands so we decided to do something very touristy. Of all the many attractions available we chose to go to the Hollywood Wax Museum. The wax replicates are mostly those of Hollywood stars that most people would be familiar with.
Some elicited comments such as, “that looks just like him“ or “that looks just like her”. And in the resemblance was so uncanny you expected them to remove at any moment. I which would have caused my wife to wet her pants). In others they look very familiar, but not quite what you remember. I think in some cases the actor is shown at a different age than one with which you are familiar with.
Experience was fun, but I’m not sure it was worth the over $80 for two people charged for admission.
Purchased the All Access Pass which was not ALL access. Yes you get into the 4 attractions but you have to select one of two OPTIONS for the game you play. The word ALL contradicts OPTION so that is a let down. Also it’s a real kick in the gut to learn the tickets are cheaper when you buy them at the desk versus online, everywhere else it’s the opposite. The wax museum was pretty good, most of the people look very close to their wax impression. The other building with the other 3 attractions is poorly managed and where you learn all access isn’t that as you choose between which game you’d like. This is a money grab for your kids to ask you why you can’t play both and they you get to pay more money, it’s false advertising. We waited at least 5 minutes for someone to allow us into both the mirror and haunted walkthrough despite hardly any customers the employees just stand there on their phones and stare at you. The mirror maze, game and haunted walkthrough are all good. Very kid friendly just was mad about false advertising and the cost being cheaper on site. Also there was nobody there during our visit on a Friday afternoon it wouldn’t have hurt anything to allow us to play the other game especially when I’m asking what about the all access pass we purchased.
We chose to visit on a rainy day to make the most of our trip. It was $40/pp and we had 6 people so for the price (we did the bundle with mirror maze, zombie haunted house and 4d shooting game) it was ok, but we were done with everything in 2hrs or less but there's only so much you can do with the wax figures. Some were spot on, some looked way off. All in all it was a decent visit perfect for a rainy day.
4Nancy C — Google reviewDana W — Google reviewDavid B — Google reviewRoberg316 — Google reviewTrucker684955 — Google reviewEmily S — Google reviewMoriah N — Google review
Alcatraz East Crime Museum
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Specialty Museums
Alcatraz East Crime Museum is a 25,000-square-foot museum located in The Island in Pigeon Forge. It features five galleries that cover the history of American crime, crime scene investigation, the consequences of crime, crime fighting, and pop culture. The museum showcases over 100 interactive exhibits and artifacts related to notorious criminals such as Al Capone and John Dillinger.
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The Alcatraz East Crime Museum was absolutely fascinating! The exhibits are well organized and full of interesting facts about American crime history, from famous cases to forensic science. There’s a great mix of interactive displays, real artifacts, and educational information that keeps you engaged the entire time. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable, and the atmosphere made learning about history both fun and thought-provoking. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting Pigeon Forge — it’s a must-see attraction!
Baudilio V — Google review
We visited on July 27, 2025.
We had a wonderful time. There is not much for kids to do, so I would not plan to take kids. They will probably be bored. There also is not much room for strollers or for kids to run around and play. I would not pay extra for the audio tour. There wasn't really much to it. There are so many people and so much going on, remembering to play audio was another step to remember. There is a lot of reading. If you plan to read and take it all in, I would plan to be there all day. The staff wasn't friendly at all. We encounter one nice employee her name was Stephanie. Stephanie checked us out at the gift shop. You can take pictures as long as you do not use the flash on your camera. You can not record any video, though. Overall it was very interesting, we had a good time, the price for tickets wasn't bad at all, and the gift shop was affordable.
Had a great time learning tons of interesting facts and stories. Every exhibit was thorough and informative. We spent about an hour and a half through the whole museum. Would recommend for anyone in the area!
Enjoyed it a lot. Very interesting exhibits! A lot of really cool stuff. Price was good value for what was there. Loved how the place told the story of crime in America.
Worth visiting.
This was my first time to the crime museum after several visits to the area. I arrived at 6pm with a 9pm closing time. Though I only saw about half of all the information there is to offer, I enjoyed everything I saw. Around 815pm I heard a voice saying things along the lines of "You need to hurry up. We dont have all night." I just figured it was a visitor trying to hurry their group along. As I continued through the museum, I heard more comments such as, "The museum closes at 9. We need to move along." I still didn't know who was making the comments. I had seen an employee passing through the spaces after 8pm, but hadn't given any thought to it. At about 8:25 pm I saw the employee speak to another employee, in an obvious manner so we visitors could here, "If people want to stop and look at everything, they need to get here earlier. They need to stop letting people in this late. I want to go home." I wasn't aware how far along in the museum I was, so hurried along through the rest. At 8:30pm the announcement was made that the museum will be closing in 30 minutes, over the loud speaker. That was followed by that recently familiar voice saying, "So move it on." I was out of the museum at 8:40pm, so as it turns out, we were being rushed out with about 30 minutes from the exit anyhow.
I really enjoyed the museum and I would visit again, just probably earlier in the day.
It was pretty cool here. You definitely learn a lot about everything that happened in the past. Went during the daytime in the week. You were shoulder to shoulder with people. And that wasn't too pleasant. So it made seeing some things and reading some of the captions a little harder.
This is my second time going! I love it!! They have added more stuff since the first time we went, so it’s pretty cool that they add stuff and it’s not always the same when you go! Both times I had specifically went for Theodore Bundys stuff! Staff there are so sweet and nice! I had asked the manager a question about the bug and his response was not what I wanted buuut he was very nice about!! Just wish it was a little cheaper! That’s the only complain! But overall would go again and again!
This is an incredible museum! I highly recommend this museum. This was my second time in 10 years and it was amazing to see the updated information on cases. They are very updated on current crimes/cases. If you are interested in crimes of the medieval days the whole way up to modern day I recommend this place 100%. They have multiple interactive exhibits as well! Keeps the fun going for everyone!
5Stephanie E — Google reviewJames W — Google reviewTimothy S — Google reviewKirsten H — Google reviewMike — Google reviewSandra R — Google reviewErica R — Google review
Country Tonite
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Concerts & Shows
Country Tonite is a popular theater in Pigeon Forge known for its family-friendly variety shows. The high-energy revue features the greatest hits of country music, along with comedy, gospel music, and patriotic tunes. The talented cast of singers and dancers delivers toe-tapping renditions of classic country hits and today's chart-toppers. Hosted by Kevin Wilson and featuring comic relief from Bubba The Redneck Ranger, the show offers non-stop entertainment for all ages.
Here tonight to see Sara Evans in concert! As a venue, Country Tonite is a good place to see a concert. It's not the newest place in town, but all the seating offers a decent view of the stage.
Billy O — Google review
We saw the Oak Ridge Boys show and we were impressed! The show and venue exceeded our expectations! The theater is well designed, every seat provides an unencumbered view.
The show itself was top notch, we definitely feel like we got a bargain.
We can't wait to come back and see another show!
What a pleasure to spend time with this amazing cast of singers. I was overwhelmed with their gifts and talents. Their balance was awesome abd the ability to shift through style after style with so little effort. A ture variety show on every level.
We love this show ! Been coming to this show for years , sometimes twice in same week . Faith Family Freedom . Best singers musicians and dancers . We sure miss seeing Lauren Bass she was one of our favorites such energy and talent. Hope she returns , my wife Debbie and I always enjoyed her . We can’t say enough good about this show . Come and reward yourself with a wonderful experience.
A must see! Highly recommend ! Exceeded my expectations. The positivity, energy, joy, humor of the performers and program were a blessing. Vocals and dance were incredible. Costumes beautiful. I enjoyed the praise and patriotism portion especially…the freedom to celebrate faith and country. Thank you for a wonderful night cast!!!
Been here for a couple concerts. I like the theater seating however it's tight between the rows but still had a good time.
The entire show was wonderful. The two hour production was one of the best we have ever seen. Very talented singers and dancers. So glad we decided to book this event while in Pigeon Forge.
My boyfriend and I have went to Pigeon Forge for our first vacation, we needed something to do on a Saturday night so I bought us tickets to the Country Tonite show. Unfortunately, it was the worst $100 that I've spent since we've been here. It was such a corny show, the singing and dancing wasn't that great at all. I understand it takes a lot to get in front of an audience every night, I'm not taking that away from them but we left at intermission because we were just so disappointed. If I could get a refund, I would because this was NOT what I was expecting especially for a country show. I gave one star only because again I know it's not an easy thing to do but I definitely do not recommend this show at ALL.
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6Kristin B — Google reviewDean R — Google reviewLayne B — Google reviewMichelle S — Google reviewJennifer L — Google reviewKathie R — Google reviewAlexandra L — Google review
Comedy Barn Theater
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Comedy club
Situated on the Parkway in Pigeon Forge, the Comedy Barn Theater has been entertaining families for over 25 years with its clean and family-friendly comedy. This renowned theater boasts a diverse lineup of entertainment, featuring ventriloquists, jugglers, magicians, singers, trained animals, and top comedians from around the country. With over seven million visitors and nightly standing ovations, this show promises large doses of humor and non-stop laughter.
This is a great source of entertainment for all ages. My favorites were the dogs, ventriloquist, and pingpong ball guy (who was hilarious). They get people from the crowd involved and make you feel like a part of the show. All of the staff were extremely nice and welcoming. I highly recommend going to the Comedy Barn if you are in the area!
Mason E — Google review
This is NOT something that we would normally go out and see. However, someone mentioned they saw it last night and it was great so we read the reviews and decided to give it a try. This show was like one of those variety tv shows from the 70's. Full of kitch and good natured humor. It was so cute and entertaining, we left glad that we decided to give it a try!
2nd experience and didn't disappoint! Would highly recommend to anyone with or without children. Nice clean fun!!
P.s. If the absolutely hilarious ping pong guy tells you not to shake the shield/glass because he will he you in the forehead with the ping pong ball then don't do it because he will. And if you choose to do so and he chooses to do so, dont get butt hurt and leave. Really hope that man doesn't get in trouble because he just meant for it to be funny. And he gave 3 warnings. Lmbo.
Hilarious clean comedy. Fine band playing several good country songs. Very reminiscent of Hee Haw. Highly recommend venue.
If I could give this place a million stars I would. My husband saw the sign for the comedy barn and said we should check it out. I wasn't sure if it would be appropriate for our kids (5yrs and 4months) but the reviews looked okay. When I say wrong had the time of our life im not joking (pun intended 🙃). Everyone was so welcoming, funny, and wholesome.
We sat in the front row (blessed to get tickets from a lady with extra) and my husband even got called up on stage.
This was a fun place for the whole family but even more than that....its a hidden gem!! Hidden gem for pure and wholesome values. These people strive for clean family fun and man do they deliver. My husband is already wanting to go check out another skit tomorrow 😆 🤣 because he was in absolute tears of laughter the whole night. Even right now...he is replaying all the videos of the night.
The place was so clean, despite being crowed. Its rare to see a place and employees have actual pride in their place anymore but they truely do!! Loved the salute to service members at the end!! They really do a great job of honoring their promise to provide clean family fun when they bought this place from the prior family who filmed hehaw.
One last rave about this place. I had to feed my baby during the show and they told me to sit anyway I needed to, to feel comfortable (balcony or offered me a room with a door) for any other moms our there, this is so far from "mummy can't you feed your baby in a bathroom".
We will be telling everyone about this place!!!!!!
What a wonderful time we had at the Comedy Barn. Danny is our favorite and we plan our visit according to when he will be there. We also loved Clem and the animals. His helper was amazing too. This show is a must if you're in the area. We go every time we're in town
We had a really good time at the Comedy Barn. The show was funny, clean, and kept everyone laughing from start to finish. The performers were great and you could tell they enjoyed what they were doing.
The only downside was intermission. The lobby was packed with people getting food and tshirts while others were trying to get to the bathrooms, it was quite chaotic.
Still, it was a fun night for the two of us and definitely worth going if you’re looking for something light and easy to enjoy.
I went to the Comedy Barn in Pigeon Forge recently, and it was such an incredible show! Everyone was so talented and funny, but I have to say Mr. Rob and his pups, Stanley and Louie, completely stole my heart. Their act was not only hilarious but also so impressive. You can really see the bond they share and how much work and love goes into what they do. Mr. Rob is an amazing trainer and comedian, and those pups were just pure joy to watch. I couldn’t stop smiling the whole time! Definitely bringing my dog lover family next time!
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Wonderworks
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WonderWorks is a popular attraction that offers an array of interactive exhibits and experiences for visitors. Situated within a short driving distance from other top attractions, this unique destination provides entertainment and educational opportunities for all ages. With its engaging displays and hands-on activities, WonderWorks promises an enjoyable experience for families and individuals alike.
Not for me, but if you have kids, could be perfect!
James C — Google review
8Bridget L — Google reviewScott F — Google reviewJames M — Google reviewStarr L — Google reviewCarol T — Google reviewKayla J — Google reviewCarla P — Google review
Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud
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Theater production
The Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud is a unique dinner show that features a comedic musical revue alongside a delicious homestyle feast. The production, created by the same company behind the Comedy Barn, brings to life the legendary feud between the Hatfield and McCoy families through mountain-style competitions, song and dance numbers, feats of strength, stunts, comedy routines, and even platform diving.
Very impressed! I've been to the area and few times and decided to book this as our first dinner show.. it was great! The actors put on a great show 2 times per night, the food was soooo good and its all you can eat. You'll leave extremely full and entertained. The service was wonderful as well. Make sure to arrive early like they say as the food starts before the show.
Erika R — Google review
It was an enjoyable experience. If you are a group of 2, you'll be paired with another group of 2. Enjoyed the 2 individuals that ate with us! We seat on the Hatfield side and the server stated that we were seated with long lost cousins! We enjoyed the conversation with them! The food service was great and he made us laugh. The food was good. Better than I expected.
Funny, funny AND FUNNY… absolutely hilarious lol. First time seeing the show and reminded me of back home and my family roots. The cast was perfect and the service was great. I liked the idea of the show and how interactive the cast was with the crowd. The food was good and the fact that it was all you can eat made sure the kids had plenty to eat. The only issue we had was the how they had everyone line up outdoors and how late they were to allow everyone inside and seat everyone. Other than the planning of allowing customers in and seated everything else went well. When you’re in town I strongly suggest swinging through and catching a show or two, it was hilarious.
We had a great show on 8/7/25. We did purchase the VIP experience since it’s a once in our life show. With the VIP we sat as close as possible to the stage, you could touch it. The food was great our waiter Dan was great, he handled business on drink refills and food refills. The fried chicken and pulled BBQ pork was very good, the mashed potatoes were good, the soup was great, the corn on the cob was overcooked, coleslaw was good and the dessert was delicious. The show was great, awesome singing and theatrical performances. Up front in VIP you will get a little wet be prepared. We enjoyed everything about the show and meal. Easy to park and exit after the show on the Thursday evening 8pm show we went to.
Visiting the Great Smoky Mountains from Florida. We've been planning this trip since the beginning of June and came across The Hatfield & McCoy's dinner show. Thought it would be fun to see.
Getting seated went smoothly. Service was PHENOMENAL! There's an abundance of food from soup, huge pieces of fried chicken, pulled pork, coleslaw, and mashed potatoes. The corn was overcooked, but recognize they are cooking for the masses. The oreo pudding was good and not icky sweet.
The show was fun! We particularly appreciated their recognition of veterans, police, firefighters, and medical people. We had an unexpected funny moment when the sound effect for a gun shot was very delayed. They made light of it straight away, which added to the enjoyment of the show.
The food was great. Service was great. The show itself seemed to have very poor audio, we didn't understand/hear half of what was being said, which made it very hard to follow the storyline. It was entertaining but we feel like we could have spent 166+ elsewhere.
We love this place! The food is delicious and the show is a great story full of laughs! Very talented people involved. We have been multiple times and have not been disappointed.
We loved it. Sisters weekend with my sisters, nieces, etc. The food was unexpectedly delicious. The cream of vegetable soup was amazing. I really enjoyed the Christmas version of the show and the music was beautiful. We plan on making Pigeon Forge our new Sisters tradition!
9Danica J — Google reviewJenna C — Google reviewAbe B — Google reviewYoung P — Google reviewMelissa N — Google reviewTM G — Google reviewVictoria B — Google review
Outdoor Gravity Park
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Water & Amusement Parks
Outdoor Gravity Park in Pigeon Forge is an amusement park that offers a unique adventure known as zorbing. This one-of-a-kind attraction allows visitors to climb into a giant, transparent ball and roll down different hillside tracks, experiencing the exhilaration of zorbing. With various tracks to choose from, including zig-zag and downhill courses, Outdoor Gravity Park provides plenty of laughs and excitement for families.
Cool out door activity for fun for all ages. You go up the side of the mountain and get in a blown up rubber ball with some water inside it. They roll you down the mountain- side in a Gulley like trench. You reach speeds of 25 mph before you get to the bottom. The ball is made in new Zealand and cost around 14k per ball.
The cost of the activity is around $30 per roll down the hill. The wife said it was a blast, and she felt like she was floating. It's supposed to be the only place in the USA that you can do this right now. The activity takes place rain or shine, and you have to sign a wavier to participate.
Michael B — Google review
Such a cool experience! Recommend buy more than one roll as there are 3 different lanes. My boys had a blast! It’s great even on a hot day since they use cold water and refill each roll! Definitely recommend.
The Outdoor Gravity Park was SO.MUCH.FUN! The staff were so friendly and really made my fiancé and I’s celebratory engagement trip one to remember! We did the red and orange course, and it was definitely one of those core memory moments. This place was already a 10/10, but the kind staff makes it even better! Can’t wait to come back again!
Incredibly fun activity to get family members wet and do something outside the norm. The staff was friendly and gave input, because you can either go down in a ball solo or with others. The red path was most popular in our family group, but those that took the orange path rated it the best! We got there early and ordered a head of time, so the lines were small, but the lines were large by the time we left. I recommend it for at least one visit.
Absolutely a fun experience. We were laughing the entire time we were inside the zorb. The staff were friendly and attentive. The park was well kept. Will definitely recommend to everyone.
This place is Amazing!!! They have truly made this experience so much fun!! Take ky advice do 3 rolls one on each of the tracks. You will laugh and laugh! Also its wayyyyyy more to ride with someone instead of yourself but on the orange track you have to for safety. But the purple and red tracks ride with someone you won't regret it.
Love this place!! Have been a couple times and it's always a blast! Being transported to the top of the hill, waiting your turn under the shade of a canopy structure and having good natured comradery with others as you dive into the "portal" opening which is always comical at any age, size or ability! The employees are great at assisting and assuring each guest that it will be fun and to relax! It's splashy inside and very slippery. I always get a video bc the ride goes so fast. It's a riot to play it back over and over, watching everyone's reaction! Next time, I'm wearing goggles so I can see the whole thing without wiping my eyes most of the time! It's very fun with other riders inside but you can ride solo too!
worth every penny. it was our first trip here with the family and it was a cozy ride down the side of the mountain.
the water was warm, like they funnel it straight from a hottub or something.
we paid for the video so we could explain to friends and just look at us laughing as we splashed down the mountain.
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Dolly Parton's Stampede
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Dinner theater
Theater production
Dolly Parton's Stampede in Tennessee offers a unique experience with a 4-course feast followed by a show featuring music, comedy, live animals, and pyrotechnics. The attraction showcases magnificent horses and top-notch riders performing thrilling stunts. Guests can enjoy friendly North and South competition, jaw-dropping special effects, and amazing musical productions while indulging in a delicious meal.
Had a great time on the 8/9/2025 6pm show. We paid for premium seating and we were worried it might be a scam but it wasn’t. Basically VIP get the front row, premium gets the second row, and the other tickets go above those rows. In the end the premium seat was nice we were in L2 South and were right in the middle, so we thought it was worth it. The meal is good, starts with soup, then biscuits, rotisserie chicken, pulled BBQ pork, mashed potatoes, corn on the cob and then a choice of apple turnover or coconut chocolate cake. The food was hot, fresh and tasty. Our waitress was Jodi and she was friendly, attentive and worked very hard, constantly coming by to refill your drinks. The staff have a great system for each course of the meal including picking up dirty dishes, very well oiled machine. There is some interaction with the fans a few go into the dirt area but you cheer for your south or north team. Very fun lots of energy. The animals appear well taken care of and the people doing the stampede are talented and fun. Very good show I would recommend it.
James M — Google review
The Dolly Parton Stampede was absolutely worth every penny and an experience we’ll never forget! From start to finish, the show was high-energy, fun, and full of talent. The atmosphere was incredible, the food was delicious, and the entertainment kept us smiling the entire time.
A special shout-out to our server, Jasmine, who was fantastic—attentive, friendly, and really added to the overall experience. She made sure we had everything we needed and kept the evening running smoothly.
If you’re on the fence about going, don’t be—it’s truly worth it for the memories and the amazing show!
Great, fun time for everyone at this “dinner & a show” venue! The Pre-Show waiting area had a local trio entertaining the crowd and the cocktail bars were an added plus. Good hearty “country” food; mashed potatoes, corn on the cob, fried chicken, pulled pork, homemade biscuits, hot apple pie-tarts for dessert, beverage options of sodas, water, sweet tea, lemonade.
A three course meal and a show. We had high hopes of a good all round American experience. We’re from England so this looked very entertaining on reviews.
The pre show music ensemble was amazing, Holly(?) on double bass was the perfect entertainer, yodeller, singer and bass player. I could’ve watched her all night. But, onto the main show. We were guided to our seats by an extremely enthusiastic crew of staff. Kyle our waiter, introduced himself and served us drinks. His service was exemplary, our glasses never ran low and food was served with efficiency and cleared away without affecting the show in any way. The staff run the whole business like an extremely well oiled piece of machinery. This is teamwork at its best. The food was plentiful, hot and very tasty. Make sure you’re hungry as portions are good.
The show itself, was the full American deal. Horses and talented riders, pig racing, chicken chasing and butterflies. I didn’t quite understand the butterfly link, apart from the Dolly Parton song I felt it would’ve been more wholesome without the butterfly segment. Altogether a really good show with good food and the most amazing teamwork I’ve ever seen, anywhere.
The Most Fun Place to Eat! An Action-Packed, Hearty Family Show.
Dolly Parton's Stampede is an absolute must-do for any family visiting the Smoky Mountains. It is a spectacular blend of high-energy acrobatics, trick riding, and a four-course Southern feast that will leave you stuffed and smiling.
My husband and I had dinner here on 8/16 and had such a great time! The food was amazing and the show was absolutely beautiful. Conner was our server and he did a fantastic job. We sat in VIP, but honestly I don’t think it makes a huge difference—last time I sat higher up and actually enjoyed the view from there even more. It really comes down to personal preference.
One tip: I recommend using the restroom before the show starts, since the seating can feel a little awkward if you need to get out once it’s going.
The whole performance was so entertaining! My favorite part is when the kids get to chase the chickens in a race. Skeeter’s skits are hilarious too—his chicken skit was my husband’s absolute favorite.
Overall, a wonderful night out with great food, laughter, and memories!
Being in a power wheelchair, I wasn't able to get as close to the table as I wanted. My waitress brought me an awesome table extension that allowed me to eat comfortably. The food was not as good as I remember it being in the past. You now get silverware instead of having to use your fingers, which I liked using my fingers. They switched out the Cornish hen with pulled pork barbecue, which, honestly, wasn't very good. Lastly, it's now called Dolly Parton's Stampede instead of Dixie Stampede.
This is a great dinner show. You get a 90 minute live cowboy show and a great dinner with soup, biscuit, a whole chicken, corn, pulled pork, mashed potatoes, and a dessert choice. The apple pastry is excellent. The show is great. Overall, and it's a fantastic deal. Great for a date or families.
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The Old Mill Restaurant
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Country food restaurant
Nestled in a complex with country cooking eateries, pottery, candy, and toy shops, The Old Mill Restaurant is a haven for soul-satisfying Southern comfort food. It's renowned as one of the most popular restaurants in the Great Smokies region. Despite potential wait times, visitors are assured that their breakfast will be worth it. The restaurant is known for serving insanely large portions and is recommended for those with hearty appetites.
We had to wait for about 30 min but it’s well worth the wait. Very nice size portions almost everyone took food home in the place. They don’t have liquor or beer license so pregame lol. Reasonable prices great food. A few floors of tables and tons of people working so service is fast. Gotta have the bread ball’s they serve as breads for the table.
Robert P — Google review
The old Mill is one of the restaurants that lived up to all of the hype! It was so delicious we went twice, and you WILL NOT leave hungry! The corn fritters and chowder were AMAZING, the chicken and dumplings were super good, the pot roast was tasty, and the desserts were to die for. Plus service was great and they were easy going, I don't like salad so I was able to get a cup of fruit instead (wasn't exactly listed as a side but they accommodated. Whether your here early or late your going to wait, but it was nice that they quoted an hr and both times we only waited like 40 mins at most.
We went around 1:30 pm for lunch and had no wait! From all the reviews and word of mouth, was told food was amazing. The fried chicken was superb, but the green beans and mash potatoes were lacking flavor. Mashed potatoes reminded me of boxed potatoes. The chicken n dumplings were good. I was under whelmed with the corn fritters, I was hoping for more of a hushpuppy and flavor. It's basically fried dough. They serve it with maple butter. I am not a fan. The fritter tasted better dipped in the vegetable and corn chowder soup. The soups were good. The corn chowder was better than I expected and had a lot of flavor. It was a mix between gravy and soup. The portion size was generous and we left with Togo boxes. The lunch entrée didn't include dessert.
Wow, another great meal. We loved our late lunch yesterday at the Old Mill Cafe, so today we did a late lunch at the restaurant. Fantastic. Valeria did a wonderful job and I can't wait to return to the area to eat here again. I had the open faced turkey sandwich with beef gravy and fries. The restaurant portions are more than the cafe's but cost about a dollar more. Well worth it. No wait for seats, either. Military discount is much appreciated, too.
Fantastic and Beautiful Restaurant , highly recommend. This was our first time as we're traveling on vacation. I've been in the area 5 days and wished I'd found it sooner. We had a great table overlooking the water on the second floor. My husband had prime rib cooked perfectly for humans I had turkey and stuffing meal with fried okra , mashed potatoes, greenbeans, corn chowder soup. For desert we had blackberry cobler with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. The blackberry cobler was Amazing ,in fact the best I've ever had !! I have to say they have alot of great staff and our waitress Cheslee D was spot on with refills and checking on us, very polite,great at multitasking, she's good for your business. Our meal price included desert, soup and salad and really good portions. 30.99 for 8 oz prime rib, baked potato, green beans ,garden salad and a cup a soup plus desert...Outstanding food 😋 Outstanding service.
My wife and visiting in town decided to try this place, based on good reviews. Well it was actually pretty good. I had the omelette as pictured and the wife had the classic breakfast which is a sample of all the classics. The only thing the small pancakes were served cold. Other than that it was pretty good, in fact the grits were pretty good too, and I do recommend. It's not a place I would go to every day, but I do give it a good review. Prices were pretty reasonable as well. 👍
There was a long wait to dine at this restaurant. We gave our name and waited over 30 minutes for them to call us in the loud speaker. While we waited, we browsed the adjoining gift shop. They have so many fun and unique things for sale. When they finally called our name we went back to the restaurant and we were seated. I ordered liver and onions. My companion ordered fried chicken tenders. Both meals came with seasoned green beans, mashed potatoes, corn chowder. While we wait for our meals, we were brought some sweet fried things. They looked like hush puppies but they were better than that. So good. Our whole meal was delicious and definitely worth the wait.
Great place to get some amazing southern comfort food. A little bit of a wait but they have a general store you can explore while you’re waiting. We had the southern fried chicken legs and pork chops. Fried perfectly and served with their corn fritters, corn chowder, side salads, green beans and mashed potatoes. For dessert we had pecan pie and blackberry cobbler.
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Local Goat New American Restaurant
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New American restaurant
Local Goat in Pigeon Forge is a well-liked casual dining destination offering modern American cuisine crafted from locally sourced ingredients. The menu boasts an array of inventive starters including deep-fried deviled eggs and fried green tomatoes, along with a variety of gourmet burgers such as the Elvis burger featuring peanut butter, smoked bacon, and fried banana. With its focus on fresh, local ingredients and creative dishes, Local Goat provides a laid-back atmosphere to savor delicious food and craft draft beer.
Lunch was fantastic. We were seated quickly. The server Crystal did a great job and was so friendly. She recommended a couple of burgers that were great. You can't eat these burgers with two hands though. They have to be cut due to how tall the burger is. Wow! Great lunch.
Chris A — Google review
We came here for lunch while visiting a local event. The place is cute and we got seated somewhat quick for how packed it was. Our server was very friendly and gave great recommendations on the most popular meals. Our orders came fast and food was definitely delicious and had that home-cooked taste. We'll definitely be back next time we come visit!
This restaurant is well worth the wait! We had BBQ chicken nachos for an appetizer and OMG were they good!!!! We also had the TN glazed burger with bacon and onion rings and it was one of the best burgers I've ever had. The teriyaki marinated steak kabobs with rice were very good also. The creme Brulee was sooo good. This place is the GOAT! Lol
This was the best meal we ate while in town on vacation hands down. Our server (Kelsey or Casey maybe?) was attentive, friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. We enjoyed everything we ordered and the lemonade was SO refreshing! The food was hot and we left very full. There was plenty of seating and we got in and out for lunch before the crowds. Definitely go here if you want a fantastic meal! (oh and everything is made in house the day of). I recommend the crab cake sandwich because it was delicious, seasoned & cooked perfectly and filling. Though my daughter's hot honey chicken sandwich looked amazing too, the breading was so crispy and the chicken was hanging out of the bun it was so big. Great place that we will visit again next time we visit.
Listen… okay… the only thing I got a picture of were the Deep Fried Deviled Eggs. Everything else got absolutely inhaled before a proper “phone eats first” action happened.
The restaurant is busy. No doubt. We waited about 35 minutes for a table but it was so worth the wait. The first time we went, Kelsey took care of us. Legit probably one of the best waitresses out there. She is hilarious, very knowledgeable about the menu, and attentive. We went back the next night (no shame) with our whole family and still had outstanding service and food with another server.
The food is incredible. Everything (and I mean everything) is made from scratch. Highly recommend the bison burger and shrimp and grits.
We will definitely be back the next time we’re in Pigeon Forge.
We had been wanting to try Local Goat for a long time but always went to our other favorites instead when we were on vacation. We are so glad we finally went. This place was so delicious! I got the BGT burger and my husband got the Bison meatloaf. We ordered an appetizer of the stuffed peppers with goat cheese and also a side salad with their house made honey-lime vinegarette dressing. All the food tasted amazing! The burger was massive, the fries were seasoned perfectly. It did take probably an hour to get our food due to some sort of error, but the manager was kind enough to take the appetizer off our bill. We will definitely be going back ok our next trip!
This place was above and beyond our expectations, they stay pretty busy so we did have to wait (we went on a Friday night) but it was well worth the wait. Excellent atmosphere, friendly staff and wonderful amazing food. (The best we’ve had). Our waitress was Kelsey and she was absolutely amazing. She was very proud and passionate about everything being made from scratch in the kitchen and being locally sourced. She was very knowledgeable about the menu and very kind and helpful. She was also very attentive. She was the GOAT (Greatest of all time, pun intended) she made this an even better experience than it already was. I definitely can’t wait to come back. 10/10! Definitely eat here if your the area.
Highly recommend! Best to make a reservation. We were in and out in less than an hour with our reservation. The prices are great. The food is to die for and our waitress was super sweet and very attentive. We will be back :)
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Mama's Farmhouse
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Southern restaurant (US)
Mama's Farmhouse is a renowned family-style restaurant in Pigeon Forge, TN, offering all-you-can-eat traditional Southern food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The menu features Mama's specialties like buttermilk biscuits, chicken tenders, Belgian waffles, and hash brown casserole. Known for its immersive Southern-style breakfast experience, the restaurant serves popular dishes such as grits, bacon, eggs, and fresh fruits.
Mama's Farmhouse was impressively clean and delicious. There is ample parking, with views of the Smokies and plenty of activities nearby. The waiting area is large and superbly clean. I don't think there was a speck of dust to be seen. There are nice rocking chairs outside also.
I had a take-out order and was greeted by multiple staff members immediately. Everyone was very nice and helpful, and did not act inconvenienced at all when I needed to add a couple of things to my order.
They have many homemade items for sale in the waiting/checkout area, including their own strawberry jelly/jam, and one other flavor that I can't recall (I think peach maybe).
I forgot to get a photo, but my husband loved the banana pudding. I don't care for banana pudding, but I tried it at his request, and I'll admit that it was particularly good compared to one I had tried the day before. It definitely tasted like it was made with real bananas and good ingredients.
It was obvious that they take pride in their restaurant and want to keep it nice. I overheard a manager or owner talking about traffic for later in the day, and trying to prepare for an influx of customers and large parties...He was already thinking ahead, and making sure they were staffed properly and that everything runs smoothly.
Overall, it's a cute place with great food that feels like Grandma's country cooking. The fried okra was terrific, and the mashed potatoes and gravy were outstanding.
There's plenty of seating, games and rocking chairs outside, toys for kids, and friendly employees.
Willow R — Google review
Stopped in for brunch and noticed they had all you can eat. My husband ordered a Blue Plate Special and I opted for the buffet! 🫣 It was all brought to me!!! OMG! AMAZING! Was told I could order extra of anything that they had put on the table! Pic says it all!!! Best chocolate gravy! It was all great!! I promise that you will not leave hungry 🥰
Our family of 4 dined here on a Saturday night and this was our experience.
Atmosphere: This place is full of southern charm. The farmhouse appeal is carried with detail throughout. We especially liked the two ceiling fans linked on a pulley system. There are photo op spots around the property outside with a face-in-hole board, rocking chairs, old trucks, and even a tractor.
Game Space: We loved that this restaurant had a little outdoor game area for those that were waiting. After dinner we enjoyed a game of hooks, but there was also ping pong, corn hole, and a large scale connect four and a checkers board.
Food: Dinner on Saturday night included fried chicken, country fried steak, and ham. We also rotated through sides of chicken & dumplings, mac & cheese, green beans, hush puppies, and sweet potato casserole. The chicken was lightly breaded and moist, the cubed steak was tender, and the ham was ok but nothing special. All of the sides were good - especially the biscuits and strawberry jam! The chocolate cobbler desert was very fabulous, but the banana pudding was disgusting. The bananas weren’t ripe enough and it didn’t have a traditional wafer texture. Disappointment for my kids who really love banana pudding.
Service: Noe was a great server! She kept drinks topped off and had dinner refills replenished quickly.
Wait time to be seated wasn't bad but once seated we told our waitress what sides we wanted in hopes it would make things go quicker. It didn't we waited 40min or more for our food. When it finally came out we asked to have another order put in since it was all you can eat and the waitress gave us attitude. The serving sizes brought for 3 people were laughable. The starter was supposed to be one for each person but we only got one total. I had to ask for knives which weren't brought. When the manager came over and we told him what was going on and he told waitress we needed knives and she told him we didn't ask. He put in 2nd food order but overall food was lacking. Chicken was dry, potatoes extremely lumpy, country fried steak was salty and overcooked and was more like salisbury steak texture than cube steak. The banana pudding was more like fluff than cream. We tried this location because we love the Alamo which is a sister restaurant but we will never be back to Mama's again. Waitress was Keyona.
Really enjoyed this place. It is similar to Paula Deen’s but better as they let you swap out your sides after you start with the initial 4. The fried chicken and fish were delicious. The biscuits with strawberry glaze you can put on them are scrumptious. The Mac and cheese, taters and dumplings were great. The peach cobbler was good and comes with a scoop of ice cream. The corn on the cob was awful, dried out and old, we went for lunch I suspect it was from the night prior. The chocolate cobbler didn’t taste good, not a brownie or pudding I tried it but it wasn’t for me some folks may love it. The summer salad was a small bowl of little tomatoes mostly.
Had my 60th birthday party here. Food was wonderful!
Staff didn't think before setting hot dishes in front of the baby. And then he almost spilled ham juice down my niece's back. Thankfully he missed. Other than those two issues, service was great. The food was delicious! Loved the fried chicken!
I thought the hype about this place meant they'd have the best-tasting soul food breakfast, $17 per person, served family-style. But they didn't have a tasty breakfast; it was just really cheap, dry food served. The chicken tender isn't good, the eggs come from a premix box, the biscuits are dry and not the best, bacon is bacon, and the sausage patty... They're all cheap frozen packaged foods and they had a funky smell from the plate and bowl, and that's what you get for breakfast. I don't understand the high rating; they could have done it better. The restaurant is really dirty.
Paula Dean was very good when try the first time there.
Good price, excellent service. We liked it because it felt like we were on Grandma's farm. It was great for the family to eat here.
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Alamo Steakhouse
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Steak house
Alamo Steakhouse, located in Pigeon Forge, is a renowned dining spot known for its expertise in preparing hand-cut beef over an open oak fire. From succulent filet mignon to flavorful New York strip steaks, the restaurant offers a delightful array of options. In addition to their signature steaks, Alamo Steakhouse also boasts a diverse menu featuring oak-fired pork chops and an extensive selection of seafood, chicken specialties, sandwiches, salads, and soups.
Plan ahead they have very long wait times the food and the service was outstanding. We had a larger party so we did have to wait a little bit longer. They quoted us an hour and a half, but the table was ready and 50 minutes.
We started off with the crab dip and mozzarella sticks as appetizers, and they were finished very quickly. Everybody enjoyed them.
To make my review a little more simple we had the kids state with mashed potatoes for the kids, and the adults had a variation of the different steaks. I’ll cooked medium well along with mashed potatoes or baked potato.
The meat selection was great. They had very tender and juicy meats that were easy to cut and not super chewy with great grilled seasoning.
Felix was our waiter. He was on top of it, making sure that everybody had their drinks full that we had what we ordered in our order was correct and he waited on all of us all by himself. He was super kind and understanding
This is decorated what I would describe as some light water decor. There were wood benches outside and a few other things on the wall, but it had a very clean organized look it wasn’t overly cluttered.
The restaurant was very clean. I would like to shout out the bathroom, hands scrub as all the ladies in our party enjoyed the hands scrub in the bathrooms.
Alyssa H — Google review
Fast service good food. Our waiter was Scott F. He went out off his way to give me & my wife the best experience possible. He was super attentive & the way he interacted with the patrons was awesome. I had the T Bone with Brussels Sprouts & an add on of Scallops. The wife had the New Strip with Mashed potatoes. We shared the Cheese Sticks & both had French Onion Soup. Looking forward to our next visit.
Our family of 4 dined here on a Friday night and this was our experience.
Atmosphere: Great theming throughout. Loved the Texan feel. The a/c however was not working properly. It was really stuffy for our entire meal. There was an oscillating fan on the floor near our booth, but it did little to help. In the middle of summer, getting this restaurant’s a/c fixed should have been a priority. We did not return to eat here for this reason alone on this trip - and would not return again in the future unless this issue is fixed.
Food: The food was overall amazing! We had the hot crab dip appetizer with homemade pita chips and it was incredible. The French onion soup was delicious, but the crab soup was really too overpowered on the seafood taste. The porterhouse and ribeye were both cooked perfectly and had great flavor, the San Antonio and Santa Fe chicken dishes were also flavorful and we enjoyed them.
Service: We were seated within 15 minutes and Justin was a great server.
Food: scallop and bacon wrapped shrimp appetizers were melt in your mouth delicious! Horseradish Parmesan crusted steak tips and shrimp skewer special - highly recommend! “The Steak” was cooked perfectly and so good!! The wedge salad was huge and very tasty. The serving sizes are huge!
Service and atmosphere was great! Mark M was excellent!
Highly recommend!!!
We came in later on a Friday night so we expected a little wait but it wasn't terribly long. Our server was excellent, very attentive and friendly. Our steaks were PHENOMINAL Food was hot, tasty and as ordered.
Overall I was happy with my visit here. The food was very good and my steak was cooked just as I requested. I had an old fashioned with it and it was great too. I would definitely return to this restaurant when I’m back in the area.
My husband and I ordered food to go. It was done when they said it would be but not to my liking. My husband ordered the Filet Mignon, his was cooked to perfection and he said it was very good. My food on the other hand, not so great! I ordered the T-Bone steak dinner cooked to medium. My steak was done, done! No pink at all and as dry as a leaf in the fall! It was very disappointing. This is supposed to be one of the best steak houses in the area…… my opinion it is not!
The service and food are great! Our server JJ was so friendly, be sure to ask for him! Everything is so delicious and they have such a great atmosphere. We're local and we always love eating at both locations. A+
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Huck Finn's Catfish
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Southern restaurant (US)
Huck Finn's Catfish Cabin is a family-owned restaurant that has been serving the Smoky Mountains for over 25 years. They are famous for their all-you-can-eat catfish dinner, which comes with endless sides such as baked white beans, coleslaw, hushpuppies, and more. In addition to catfish and shrimp entrees, they also offer grilled and fried chicken, chicken livers, country fried steak, and other Southern dishes.
Really great seafood! The shrimp was extremely good and the catfish was really good too. They also give you vittles for the table, which was quite nice. The decorations were neat if you like Mark Twain. The bathrooms was very clean. Our server Juan was awesome, he did a fantastic job. I ate with eight other people and we all enjoyed our food. I love the touch that you can get the seasoning you want. You cannot go wrong with the grilled shrimp! Highly recommend!
Caleb W — Google review
Great location, awesome food, nice atmosphere. Highly recommend. Came in the pouring down rain on 9-16-25 after driving 7 hours there. We were starved and this place hit the spot! The free Vittles were a great 👍 addition to the meals. If you don't order a meal(s) then they'll just charge you for the Vittles. Good food! Prefect location. The sweet tea was good too!
Joshua was our server and I can’t say enough about his great, friendly service. It’s so nice to see old fashioned great customer care like this! Adorable restaurant with southern decor and a variety of catfish and other dishes. The Cole slaw is just the way we like it and prices are fair. Definitely recommend.
While visiting Pigeon Forge Tennessee with my veteran family, my wife and I stopped in for the Catfish at Huck Finn's Catfish. No one told us about Huck Finn's, we were passing by and thought we would try. DELICIOUS! 😋 The Catfish was very tasty with a nice crunch on the outside tender on the inside. The tea was excellent. We also had chicken legs and wings! They were very tasty as well. Our host Allison I believe her name is was awesome! She made sure we were well taken care of! The tea she made was so good! We truly appreciate Allison. Huck Finn's Catfish.....5 Stars 🌟
Old style atmosphere. When you get a meal like 3 piece catfish fillets you get a spread of vittles ahead of meal, which includes hush puppies, pickles, onion, beans and ham, slaw. We were going to get appetizer first till we saw all the vittles. I topped it off with apple cobbler with ice cream which was my favorite of the meal. My wife liked the beans and ham the most. David our server took good care of us.
This place was delicious!! The chicken was fried perfectly. It was seasoned perfect not too salty. There was so much food. I thought prices were good for location and the amount of food. Waitress was super sweet and really quick. There was a long wait but it was with it. The turn over rate was great. People were in and out fast and we walked around while we waited.
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We returned this evening for the catfish dinner. My husband told me he was taking me out for catfish for dinner on my birthday (today). He just didn't tell me he was taking me 438 miles to get it at my favorite location in Pigeon Forge,TN.
Our waiter (Mo) is absolutely awesome. The food phenomenal, as usual. We come from Indiana. Can't wait to return. We will definitely return when we are here, every time.
What a wonderful place to have lunch on the last day of our honeymoon adventure. The atmosphere was super friendly. Our waitress was perfect: friendly, confident, checked to see if we needed anything in a timely manner, and an all-around great waitress. We stopped in the shop as we were leaving to purchase a few items. Everything about this place was welcoming. And let's not forget the food. It was Delicious. My husband and I Strongly recommend this great restaurant.
Came here with a group of 12 and while we did have to wait a bit for a table (understandable) we all really enjoyed this place. The gift shop is nice and reasonable, the decorating is fun and suits the Tennessee vibe, and the waiters and staff all were extremely nice and helpful. The prices were some of the best value for proportions we got during our entire trip!
Everyone at your table shares generous portions of “vittles” which is basically your sides. beans, fried pickles, hush puppies, cole slaw, etc. Then each individual orders a separate main dish, with one side for themselves. I got breaded shrimp and fries with sweet tea. It was $22 for all including vittles and I thought that was very reasonable.
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Paula Deen's Family Kitchen
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Southern restaurant (US)
Paula Deen's Family Kitchen is a popular spot in the Smoky Mountains, offering hearty Southern cuisine served family-style. The restaurant is known for its laid-back atmosphere and generous portions of classic Southern dishes like fried chicken, pot roast, biscuits and gravy, and fried green tomatoes. Guests can enjoy breakfast treats such as pancakes, sausages, scrambled eggs, bacon, and creamy hashbrown casserole.
Unique dinning experience. You order for the table and get unlimited "refills" on each item. Delicious food; the starter garlic bread was crazy good. And don't get me started on how tasty the fried chicken was. Even the sweet tea was perfect. I recommend trying this spot out.
Also, would also like to note the beautiful & clean atmosphere and welcoming staff, very mindful to those with a disability! 👍
Neky Z — Google review
The atmosphere was lovely with elevated views of the Island square. The service was friendly and attentive. The food was meh. On par with mid range buffet quality. The biscuits were fluffy and out of this world, unfortunately the rest was disappointing. The pork chops looked steamed and soggy. The meatloaf was almost overly tender and the tomato glaze tasted like plain ketchup. Everything from greens, gravy, and okra were too salty. Great experience, but overall I would pass on eating at Paula Deen's again.
Service was great. Food was not good at all…..everything tasted like it came out of a box and just warmed. Like canned food. But the service was great. Also there was dripping all over the side of the dishes as they brought the food out. Presentation of food is very unappealing. The chicken dumplings taste like packet chicken soup and the sibling are way too chewy and rubbery. Creamy mashed potatoes taste like boxed potatoes. And Mac and cheese taste like craft Mac and cheese straight out the box.
Excellent food, and service! We went on a busy Sunday, and waited an hour. I'm not complaining, because we passed time on the Island until they texted when our table was ready. The gift shop was very nice, and affordable. The food was incredible! We ordered the 3 meal family dinner and had enough that we couldn't finish it all. We drank blueberry and strawberry lemonade that was so refreshing. The inside was nice and clean. We had a beautiful view of the island from the big windows, while sitting on the second floor. The only complaint I have is the restrooms are downstairs, and very small! So be sure to use the bathroom before being seated, otherwise you will have to take a trip back down the escalator.
The food alone would not bring me back, but the whole experience is what makes it a repeat! Dont get wrong, the food was good, but just your average food. It is served home style which is a nice way to get a little of everything verses what's usually just brought out on your plate. Being just my husband and myself, the basic pick plan was more then enough food with leftovers to spare.
Your adventure starts when you arrive and check in (if you made a reservation). In the meantime the whole entrance floor is a store featuring many Paul Deen exclusive merchandise and great props for photo opportunities. When received a text after 10 minutes letting us know to make our way to the host stand. From there you are taken upstairs to the open dinning area. The view was great!! In this location you're overlooking the island and the famous Faris wheel. Made you feel like you were in the space needle in a sorta way. Our waiter was fast, and very friendly. We found ourselves chatting with other tables and comparing what dishes we each had tried. I would recommend, was had a great time. Thank you to all the staff and hopefully next time we're in town we'll see y'all again!
This was our second time eating here and enjoyed it just as much. It was fairly busy so I recommend making a reservation. It was a little slow once we were seated to see our server, but after that the drinks and food were quick to arrive. Food is bottomless. We got the fried chicken, chicken and dumplings, and fried fish. For our sides, we chose the creamed corn, green beans, Mac n cheese, and creamed potatoes. For me the highlights were the fried fish and green beans. Would return again!
The fish was good the chicken was ok. The quantity of food they serve even for one person is quite a lot. Although the taste could improve a bit, the cream corn was nice and the okra the rice could change to the mac and cheese. The lemonade was quite sweet, but the caramel cake was nice though.
We would give this place a 5 but our waiter Key was simply awful. Not sure he understands the gratuity system for tips, he had a poor attitude, was lazy and we had to ask for everything. Waited nearly 10 minutes just to take our drink and order. We saw the other waitstaff walk by a hundred times and him hardly ever. Couldn’t get more drinks, had to beg for seconds and we got the dessert which had no whipped cream or ice cream like everyone else’s did and we couldn’t get the dirty dishes off the table. As far as the food it was phenomenal. We have been to Paula Deen’s in Savannah and used to eat at the one in Foley Alabama routinely before it closed. Love Paula Deen’s wish the service was better for us.
7Our T — Google reviewJ B — Google reviewTOMMY B — Google reviewTara S — Google reviewJana — Google reviewCaleb W — Google reviewStephanie M — Google review
The Old Mill Pottery House Café
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Southern restaurant (US)
Restaurant
The Old Mill Pottery House Café is a charming eatery in Pigeon Forge that offers housemade baked goods using grain ground at an on-site mill. It serves classic Southern comfort food and bistro-style lunches, with lighter takes on southern cuisine. A local favorite is the pimento cheese sandwich paired with tomato basil soup. The café reflects the essence of Pigeon Forge and the Great Smoky Mountains, making it a popular choice among visitors looking for authentic local fare in the area.
Fantastic service and food! Our party had burgers, the fried cod special, spinach Muenster quiche and cafe wedge salad, as well as carrot cake, coconut cream pie and peanut butter pie. Everything was perfectly cooked and delicious. The complementary bread was warm and fluffy. As other reviewers have mentioned, the hostess is not friendly and acts like you are a burden when you approach the stand to put your name on the list. Replace her and it’s a perfect experience! The text you receive with a link to show how many people are in line in front of you is really nice.
Shana G — Google review
Found the best sandwich in Tennessee. The pimento cheese blt is the quintessential southern sandwich. So good! We enjoyed everything we got and will definitely be adding this to our regular spots to eat! Family friendly. Clean. Good portion sizes. A little pricey but the portions help make up for it. It was hard to find parking so we almost missed out.
Nice restaurant in downtown Pigeon Forge. Had about a 20 minute wait. You can sit outside or inside at umbrella tables. We were seated inside near a window and it was a nice view. We had the shrimp and grits and the maple pork chop. Pork chop was really good, had been open fire grilled. Was not dry and had a good taste. Shrimp and grits were good too. Got a side of jalapeno corn casserole and if you love lots of cream cheese, you will like it. Had a one glass of Moscato, not the best, it was a bit bitter. Total bill was $44. Service was excellent and there was not a lengthy wait for food. Bought a loaf of cinnamon pecan raisin bread on the way out, it is pretty dry but might be better toasted with butter and preserves.
The service was pretty good. The wait was ridiculously long. There were parties getting seated before us even though they came after us. They claimed they had texted us earlier but we never got the text,so make sure they get your phone number right. I actually heard the same problem when we were leaving happening to another family. The food is reasonably priced, but not the best around. The atmosphere is cute.
We snagged an outside table at the back on a lovely afternoon which was beautiful and relaxing. We tried the soup and sandwich combos. The triple club was perfect. The dressing added was the perfect addition to kick it up a notch. The vegetable beef soup was tasty, I prefer mine with chunks of meat instead of hamburger but it still ranked high on the soup scale. My mom had the French onion soup which she enjoyed, no skimping on the cheese topping here! The service was a little slow but with the beautiful surroundings it was nice to slow down a bit and just enjoy the company of those at the table.
The food was good, Service was good and they offered indoor and outdoor seating. Very beautiful gardens to sit among.
The homemade loaded chips are fantastic! Highly recommend. Good place for families to eat. Affordable menu.
As soon as you start to walk into the property, you are greeted by a beautiful courtyard area, with many different types of vegetation, as well as a very nice outdoor seating area. When you walk inside the restaurant the atmosphere is immediately striking. The food was very good. I highly recommend the quiche because its filling, delicious, and inexpensive. I will say out waitress wasn't bad, but she wasn't good. However, I would not let that stop me from eating here again.
If you’re looking for delicious Southern food done right, this is the place. The cozy atmosphere, excellent service, and high-quality dishes made for a fantastic experience.
We especially loved the pecan-crusted chicken with toasted marshmallow moonshine sauce and the shrimp & grits—both were amazing!
Our group also enjoyed the pork platter, black and blue steak, fried green tomatoes, and the coconut cream pie.
I even loved the dishware so much that I visited the pottery shop and brought some home.
Can’t wait to come back!
8Nikki @ — Google reviewDan P — Google reviewMorocco G — Google reviewCameron — Google reviewBonnie L — Google reviewTim E — Google reviewSamuel F — Google review
Blue Moose Burgers & Wings
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American restaurant
Bar
Blue Moose Burgers & Wings is a family sports grill located in Pigeon Forge, offering a wide variety of burger recipes to satisfy your cravings. With 20 flat-screen TVs, you won't miss any action on game day while enjoying their delicious menu. Some of the highlights include the Big Mushroom Melt, Cajun Blue Burger, Double Down Burger, and Farmhouse Burger.
Waitress was absolutely fantastic. The food was amazing. The price per person was not fair. The atmosphere was great. Family of 7 eat here and there was not a single complaint. Can say enough about how friendly and helpful the Waitress was, she made suggestions on things she liked and we were not disappointed.
Robert V — Google review
Location was clean and attractive with a good atmosphere. Our server Kara G was amazing! So friendly, helpful and very attentive. She took excellent care of our party of 8. We had potato skins, the Hawaiian luau burger and the chicken Ceasar wrap. All of the food ordered was hot and delicious and prepared as requested. I highly recommend eating here and don't forget the peanut butter pie!!!
It was a fairly busy place, but it only took a few minutes to get seated. It’s more of a sports bar atmosphere with TVs everywhere, so it would be a great place to watch a game. I ordered the dozen wings with two flavors I chose, honey barbecue, and the orange glazed. They were mixed with half mini drumsticks and half wings. The flavor was average, but still good. My wife ordered The Brotherly Love sandwich and she said it was delicious. The Sweet Potato Fries and the Blue’s Tater Chips were pretty good too. We’ll probably come back again but the next time I’m gonna try one of the burgers.
Very nice sports bar! My family & I were seated right away considering they were busy! They have a variety of food & drinks. Something for everyone. They even have kids meals. Clean restaurant. Courteous staff. Our server was Crystal with the bright pink hair! She was great! I especially loved that she was patient with us while we looked over the menu (family of 4). She checked on us often, refilled our drinks & was overall very pleasant. We would recommend!
Good for a quick bite, food was hot, waiter was attentive and friendly. We were able to get in and get out relatively quickly. Only wait was finding a clean booth. The first 2 they took us to were covered in crumbs in the booths, the 3rd was still dirty but best of the 3 options so we dealt with it.
Great experience! Our server, Matt, was very friendly and even put our local football game on the TV at our table (Notre Dame🍀)
The burger was cooked perfectly and we all enjoyed our meals. Quick service, highly recommend!
We eat here all the time and we're never disappointed. Best wings and burgers in the state! Everything else is very good too! Service is always top notch. Our server tonight was Austen B, be sure to ask for him! Austen made sure we had everything we needed and was very friendly A+ Between the outstanding service and excellent food, why would you go anywhere else. We highly, highly recommend Blue Moose!
We got seated quickly, and were greeted by friendly staff. We got our drinks and food ordered quickly. The Cajun fries were absolutely phenomenal. I got the Mac n Cheese burger…it was AMAZING! I would recommend this place to anyone. It is a bit more expensive.
9Sharon J — Google reviewCharley — Google reviewASHLEY L — Google reviewHanna H — Google reviewLisa J — Google reviewExpecting P — Google reviewCarl D — Google review
Timberwood Grill
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American restaurant
Bar & grill
Nestled in a rustic, lodge-inspired space, Timberwood Grill offers an array of updated American comfort food and drinks. The menu is so diverse that even frequent visitors find it challenging to make a choice. From Fried Pickle Spears with Jalapeno Ranch to the Smoky's Fancy Chicken, there are plenty of delectable options to explore.
Everything was pretty good, but not what we expected for the price. The food lacked flavor…it was all
Pretty bland. With one exception, My husband and grandson flipped for the wings (dry rubbed).
Also, our server counted to forget items that we asked for and we had to remind him several times, but we didn’t hold that against him. They were pretty busy and he was such a joy, so friendly and talkative. He was also pretty busy in his area.
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Sha P — Google review
Good food and service, was able to get a table on a busy day at the Island. The restaurant is located in the Island shopping experience. Parking is far away. You have to walk or take a shuttle, which can take 30 minutes to arrive and maybe full. This restaurant offers a gluten-free menu and large booths for bigger groups. Bison burger is great. Steak tips were good, and more mashed potatoes would have made this better.
We had a wonderful experience at Timberwood Grill! This is our 3rd year going and we've made it our tradition to always go when in the area. There was little to no wait, which was such a pleasant surprise for a busy area, and it's in the perfect location for shopping and exploring before or after dinner.
Everything we ordered came out hot, fresh, and full of flavor. My absolute favorite was the bourbon glaze salmon with rice and green beans - perfectly cooked, tender, and the glaze was the pertect balance of sweet and savory. We also tried the fried chicken with white gravy, mashed potatoes, and coleslaw, and it tasted just like true southern comfort food.
The potato skins were crispy and loaded, the mac and cheese was creamy and rich, the ribs were tender and fell right off the bone, and the chicken tenders and fries were perfectly seasoned with great dipping sauces. Even the fish and chips were light, crispy, and flavorful, and the salad was fresh and piled high with cheese and bacon.
The staff was friendly and attentive without being overbearing, and the whole atmosphere felt warm and inviting - perfect for families, couples, or groups. We left completely satisfied and will definitely be coming back next time we're in the area!
10/10 Recommend!!!
My husband and I came up to the area for our anniversary and my birthday. This restaurant was recommended to us by some locals, who said it was better than Paula Dean’s, and they weren't lying!!! Everything we had was on point. Very well seasoned, and fresh and hot. We ordered the sampler for an appetizer. For lunch, I had the shrimp bowl, and my husband had the bourbon-glazed salmon. This will definitely be a restaurant we return to when we come back. Our total was a little over $80 (excluding tip).
After being told it would be a 70+ minute wait anywhere else, my husband, baby, and I walked in to Timberwood. We were able to get seated right away. The atmosphere was nice and matched a forest/woodland/cabin theme. Kid appropriate. I ordered the Twin Forks Kickin Chicken, which was essentially just a chicken fried chicken, which comes with mashed potatoes and choice of one side. The food was pretty good. Nothing over the top amazing, but a decent, solid choice. Much better quality than some other local “touristy” spots. The price was fair at around $20 for the meal. Portion sizes were perhaps below average. Overall I would opt to try more new places given how many restaurant there are here, but would return if there were long waits or inconvenient other options. It’s a safe bet.
Last minute decision while we were at The Island in Pigeon Forge, great choice. Seated immediately and our waitress introduced herself and disclosed that it was her third day on the job and asked if we would please be kind as she was new. We rolled with it and made jokes to help her relax a bit. We could tell she was nervous and it felt as if another customer had not been so friendly. She was just trying to do her best and everyone has to start somewhere. Ordered some Loaded Cracklins which she brought out within 5 minutes and told us she "whipped them up as fast as I could for ya" and they were delicious. Next we had some Black Jack BBQ wings and those were very good. Last was the Fried Bologna Sandwich (we were a little skeptical to order this) but it turned out to be delicious and a very hearty portion. This unexpected lunch stop turned out to be a great choice for a great price and we made our waitress laugh.
Got the buffalo shrimp. We went to enjoy the rest of our day on the island. 30 minutes later I got food poisoning! Spent my last day of vacation sick and throwing up.
Restaurant replied food poisoning doesn’t happen that quickly. Sadly you own a restaurant and don’t understand that
1. Staphylococcus aureus (Staph food poisoning) Can happen within 30 minutes to 6 hours.
2. Bacillus cereus (emetic type) Can also happen within 30 minutes to 6 hours.
3. Chemical contaminants can happen within minutes.
So while E. coli and salmonella typically take longer. Most definitely OTHER food related illnesses that can happen. It was the ONLY place I ate at that day. So it’s pretty easy to narrow it down. So instead of taking accountability, the restaurant decided to act like it’s not possible. Hopefully this review helps others. And hopefully it’ll educate the owner who shouldn’t be working with food if they don’t understand this.
We enjoyed this so much for lunch a couple days later we came back again for dinner. Chicken pot pie, burgers, steak all very good. They also have a nice beer selection and even with a group of 10 plus our server was very attentive.
10Syed J — Google reviewRebecca H — Google reviewCindy M — Google reviewRonna B — Google reviewMaryBeth J — Google reviewKelly N — Google reviewL C — Google review
Bullfish Grill
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American restaurant
Located in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park area, Bullfish Grill offers a unique dining experience with its lodgelike ambiance featuring stone floors and a large fireplace. The restaurant is a popular choice for families looking to have fun, as it is surrounded by various attractions such as mini golf, laser tag, the Smoky Mountain Opry, Gatlinburg Space Needle, and Flyaway Indoor Skydiving.
We stopped at this place for an early dinner over Independence Day weekend. We have driven past many times before and finally decided to try it with some of the parents. We made a reservation, but got here a little early. We were immediately seated. It wasn’t too busy at the time. The dining area was nice and clean. The restrooms were also very clean. Our waitress, Amanda, was awesome! She was very helpful and knowledgeable. She even laughed at some of our corny jokes. All the waiters and waitresses seemed to work well together. If one walked past a table with an empty dish on it, they would remove it whether it was their table or not. Our food came out piping hot and quickly. We had the salmon and seafood platter. Everything was delicious! We can’t believe we have been missing out on this food and service for so long. We will definitely be back next time we are in town.
2weekendtravelers — Google review
Was looking for a seafood restaurant in the area and came across this place. We tried the spicy shrimp appetizer, fish & chips, and fish sandwich.
Everything was fresh and made to order. All three items we had were good. Best thing was there was not a lot of batter on our shrimp and fish. Our server was great very nice gentleman. Overall had a good experience at this restaurant definitely worth a try.
Came for the first time here on a Sunday afternoon on our way out of town. Atmosphere was nice and inviting especially for a nice family dinner. Food was fantastic and came quickly. We had fried pickles for our appetizers. Which were nice. Perfect amount for 2 people to share. My husband had the chicken strip basket and I had the Philly cheesesteak sandwich for our lunch, both were delicious. We will be back to Bullfish on our next time in town!
First time here. The server was very good. Don't remember his name. He was from Russia so management should know who he is to commend him. The food was really good if you don't mind spicy. Literally everything had a kick & that's just not for me. Hubby & son loved it. My whitefish & creamed spinach would've been soooo good if not for that. They loved their meatloaf. Due to the spice & for the price & what you got, we probably won't be back. Only 1 side comes with the meal! The desserts were good, they had no kick! The other thing that was very negative to me was that the music was so loud that you couldn't even hear the people at our table to talk to them. That's why I only gave a 2 on atmosphere. & the spice & loud music is why I could only give a 3 over all rating.
But if you like spicy food & loud music, then this place is for you!
Walked in and no wait. Don't skip over Bull fish it's a great place. Music is good too.
Our waitress was excellent. She checked on us enough to make sure we didn't need anything.
We ordered the Fish & Chips and Ahi Tuna Rice bowl and it didn't disappoint.
If I lived in the area I would eat here on a regular basis.
What a Great place to celebrate our 10th wedding anniversary dinner! Our server David was lots of fun; he took our anniversary pic for us and checked in several times to make sure all was going well. Our food was so good too. The crab cakes, steak, mashed potatoes, rice & key lime pie were all exceptional! Even the bread before our meal was tasty! There is a nice ambience here and just a top-notch experience!
First of all the waiter Bobby was amazing. He gave us great recommendations. I had the chicken pasta which was really good and Bobby recommended the Pistachio encrusted trout to my boyfriend which was amazing. The bread they bring out while you are waiting is warm and soft with a perfect crust. All in all our new favorite place in Pigeon Forge to eat! We highly recommend ❤️
I ordered their Strawberry Chicken Salad. It was very good and had caramelized pecans, blue cheese crumbs and a honey vinegarette. My companion ordered the meatloaf lunch special. It came with mashed potatoes and crispy onions on top. He said it was good as well. The dining room was nice, but he music was quite loud.
Transportation in Pigeon Forge
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McGhee Tyson Airport
Airport
McGhee Tyson Airport is a domestic airport serving the Tennessee area, located about 30 minutes to an hour's drive away from the Smokies. Situated in Knoxville, it is easily accessible from major cities in the Eastern U.S. The airport offers free WiFi and showcases local artwork, providing a pleasant atmosphere for travelers. Visitors have praised the kind and helpful staff, efficient security process, and engaging displays such as a looped video featuring attractions in Tennessee.
Beautiful, clean, gem of an airport!
It feels bigger than it actually is- it’s got some great shops and restaurants inside, rocking chairs to sit in while you wait.
Definitely a great airport to visit!
I thoroughly enjoyed it.
Jonmarkheaner — Google review
An overall really smooth flying experience, nice to be at a smaller airport that is so less stressful. Very clean and constantly maintained. Six airlines fly out of this airport with limited departures but all are on time with very attentive staff. I flew in from Denver and am flying out to Denver
Big enough to get the job done and small enough to be hassle free and awesome. Checked bags come out very fast and this is a clean an efficient airport!
VictorB
McGhee Tyson has always been a great experience. I love Knoxville and the airport has grown so much!
I am flying to Utah for a bachelor trip and every flight has been on time and the United Airlines staff has been so accommodating and nice. The TSA pre check was swift and the staff was great there too. Even though I got randomly selected they were great!
Recommend flying out of here for sure.
This being such a small airport for semi-national flights, it goes HORRIBLY if something goes wrong. Having this airport only have like 6 commercial gates does not give room for more flights to other places for connections if your flight gets delayed or even cancelled.
For example, my flight from here to Dallas, connecting to Phoenix was delayed from 2:07 pm to 7:30 because the pilot simply didn't show up. This caused us to try and scramble to get another connecting flight back home after our 5 day vacation in Knoxville with relatives. Unfortunately, because of the limited flights, our only option was to take the 7:30 flight to Dallas, stay at a hotel overnight, and fly back to Phoenix at 7:15 am. We ended up leaving the airport and coming back for our flight to see that our already late flight was now pushed back another 2 hours to 9:30 pm. Even worse, the TSA closed the gates before our plane even boarded! After an already stressful day, this is not what we needed.
Overall, we will not be coming back. We will either fly to Nashville or Atlanta and just drive over. It's not worth the hassle of this crappy airport.
This is a really beautiful Airport. Growing up and in the future hopefully we would have more options to flight non stop.
Worst airport in the history of modern travel for accurate signs. The rental car signs all point to the garage while the rental counters are ilon the bottom floor of the airport. Many signs sending renters outside only to find everyone trooping back inside.
The airport is kept very tidy, and the staff are extremely professional. The security process is quick, as you don't have to remove your shoes or laptops, which I appreciated. While it is smaller than other airports, its proximity to the Smoky Mountains and Pigeon Forge attracts many tourists. I also liked the rental car pickup and drop-off areas, which are conveniently located near the main entrance and easily accessible by foot. The entrance features stunning waterfalls with both artificial and real plants, making it a great spot for photos. The sound of the waterfalls is soothing and welcoming.
Highways and major roads
- U.S. Route 441 (Parkway)
- State Route 66 (Winfield Dunn Parkway)
- State Route 416
- Wears Valley Road
- Teaster Lane
- Jake Thomas Boulevard
- Veteran's Boulevard
- Pine Mountain Road
- Old Mill Avenue
- Dollywood Lane
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