Things to Do in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Townsend, GSMNP
Pigeon Forge
They don't call it action packed Pigeon Forge for nothing! There's Dollywood, recently voted the best amusement park in the world, and Dixie Stampede Dinner & Show. Then there's Titanic Museum and the historic Old Mill's eatery and crafts. And for those of you who love live music, Pigeon Forge is home to several theaters such as Country Tonite and The Comedy Barn. There's truly something for the entire family in Pigeon Forge! Up the Creek RV Camp, the premier Pigeon Forge RV park, is just far enough away from the action to feel secluded, but still close enough to everything.
• Captain Jim's Seafood Buffet
Gatlinburg
As the gateway village to the busiest entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Gatlinburg is home to Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. Gatlinburg's long heritage of fine arts & crafts can be found at the Arrowcraft
Shop,operated by the Southern Highland Crafts Guild, or in the Glades'Arts &Crafts Community where you can watch local artisans at work. Other attractions include Ober Gatlinburg, the Space Needle, and one of town's newest, Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery.
• Smoky Mountain Fun
• Gatlinburg Attractions Association
• Cupid's Petals Florist & Gift Baskets
Sevierville
At the historic courthouse in downtown Sevierville, you can find a bronze statue that pays tribute to Sevier County's native daughter, Dolly Parton. Sevierville is also home to some of the best outlet shopping at Tanger/Five Oaks. And baseball fans surely won't want to miss a minor league baseball game at Smokies Stadium. The Tennessee Smokies are the Double A affiliate of the Chicago Cubs. So grab some peanuts and Cracker Jacks and enjoy a nine-inning vacation!
Townsend
Known as the Peaceful Side of Smokies, Townsend is the spot for outdoor activities such as tubing down the Little River or horseback riding at Tuckaleechee. Townsend is also the gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park's Cades Cove entrance.
• Honeysuckle Rose Boutique Gift Shop
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
There's a reason why this is America's most popular national park. With miles of hiking trails, hundreds of waterfalls, and lots of great fishing holes, there's no excuse not to get outside and get some fresh air. And for those less adventurous or disabled, there are plenty of auto tours that will enable you to enjoy the natural beauty of the park. All this for absolutely no entrance fee!
• Great Smoky Mountains National Park
• Your Pets in the National Park
• Great Smoky Mountains Association Store
• Visit My Smokies - Vacation & Travel Planning Resource
