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THINGS TO DO IN GATLINBURG/PIGEON FORGE, TENNESSEEGatlinburgAnakeester - Gatlinburg’s newest family attraction, offers a unique outdoor mountain experience for all ages. Begin with a ride from Downtown Gatlinburg to the summit of Anakeesta mountain on the Chondola’s quad chairlift or enclosed 6-person gondola cabin.At the top you’ll find Firefly Village, a whimsical treehouse-themed village of shops, restaurants and more. You can stroll through the scenic treetop canopy walk which includes 16 hanging bridges, soar through the trees on Gatlinburg’s fastest dual-racing zip lines, fly through the forest on their state-of-the-art single rail mountain coaster climb through the Anakeesta tree house playground or simply sit back and enjoy the breathtaking views of Mt. LeConte and sparkling lights of Downtown Gatlinburg. 576 Parkway, Gatlinburg, 865-325-2400. Tickets Adults - $19.99, Children $15.99Ripleys Aquarium - As the home of a 340-foot underwater tunnel – one of the longest underwater tunnels in world –? a visit to the?Ripley Aquarium of the Smokies?will bring you face-to-face with sharks, sea turtles, sword fish and other sea animals. It’s not just underwater animals here; the Penguin Playhouse introduces visitors to endangered African black-footed penguins through the combination of crawl tunnels, pop-up domes and a swim-through passage. 88 River Road, Gatlinburg, 888-240-1358Ripley’s Odditorium?showcases more than 500 exhibits and oddities from around the worlds in 16 themed galleries. The Oddities are a mix of artifacts and just truly odd collections. Some of the oddities are authentic shrunken heads, a sculpture made from car parts and a life size skeleton of an ostrich. 800 Parkway, Gatlinburg, 865-436-5096Ober Gatlinburg - The Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tram departs from Downtown Gatlinburg to the?Ober Amusement Park and Ski Resort. It takes you on a 2-mile, twenty-minute ride up the side of the mountain in the counter-balanced tram. The Ski Area?offers access to the ski slopes for a single session of skiing or snowboarding during day or night sessions. Also enjoy the children’s maze, ice bumper cars, indoor-ice skating and more.1001 Parkway, Gatlinburg, 865-436-5423Zipline - CLIMBWorks?tour keeps you into the tree canopy for more than two hours with nine ziplines and three sky bridges over trees, ravines, streams and maybe even wildlife. The tour starts with an escorted ATV ride to the top of the mountainside. 155 Branam Hollow Rd., Gatlinburg, 865-325-8116ZipGatlinburg?offers three different options for all members of the family (even those as young as 5) to experience the fun of zip lining. In addition to the traditional zip lining through the treetops on a guided tour, Tree Trek is a 27-obstacle tree canopy maze that takes place entirely in a tree canopy. There’s also chance to bounce on a trapeze net 30ft high if you’re looking for a different take on the zip line experience. 204 Savage Garden Road, Gatlinburg, 865-430-9475Rowdy Bear Mountain Coaster - The?Rowdy Bear Mountain Coaster?is pretty intense It goes about 35 mph and includes some intense turns. Sometimes they run “all you can ride for an hour” passes that make for affordable fun, especially in the off season. If you are only riding it once, I recommend going at dusk and coasting through the lights.386 Parkway, Gatlinburg 865-409-5045The?Gatlinburg Space Needle?provides a 360-degree view of the Great Smoky Mountains from the observation deck after taking a ride up their glass elevator over 400 feet. You’ll able to take in a full view of the tallest mountain in the Park, Mount LeConte, or use the FREE SeeCoast view finders and focus on the smallest details of the Smokies like blooming flowers or flowing creeks. The newest feature, Higher Learning, offers an educational experienced based in local history and geography of the region. Children ages 3 and under are FREE with paid adult ticket. 115 Historic Nature Trail, Gatlinburg 865-436-4629.GATLINBURG (Cont.)Salt & Pepper Shaker Museum - With more than 20,000 pairs of Salt and Pepper shakers, Gatlinburg is home to the world’s only?Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum. The collection includes salt and pepper shakers from all over the world and a huge pepper mill collection. Children ages 12 and under are FREE. Winery Square, 450 Cherry Street, Gatlinburg, 865-430-5515Clingman’s Dome is the highest point in the Smokey Mountains. The 6,643 ft represent the highest point in Tennessee, and the third highest mountain east of the Mississippi. On clear days you can see about 100 miles, but when air pollution comes in you can figure about a 20-mile view. The climb to the top is a mere 1/2 mile from the parking lot. It is paved but is an intense slope. You might want to bring a jacket; the temps at the top can be up to 20-degrees colder than in the parking lot. U.S. 441, 865-436-1200Cades Cove - Some of the best opportunities for viewing wildlife come within the valley during a?tour of Cades Cove. White-tailed deer, black bear, coyote, groundhog, turkey, raccoon and skunk are just a few of the animals you may see. The Cove can be viewed on a leisurely drive with an 11-mile one-way loop road or via a hike through the area’s trails.Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail?is a 5-mile loop driving trail takes its name from the stream next to its trail, Roaring Fork, but you can choose your own pace to take in the wooded views and a partial history of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. There several spots to pull off the trail and enjoy the mountains while you capture a picture, or you can take a drive straight through. Rt. 441, 865-436-1200Hiking Trails – Alum Cave Bluffs?are 5-miles round trip through a hardwood forest and the narrow tunnel of Arch Rock. The Alum Cave Bluffs are a dry spot even when the air and ground outside are very wet. If you continue the trail, the summit of Mount Le Conte provides amazing views.Charlies Bunion?is a stone outcrop overlook along the world-famous Appalachian Trail. Charlies Bunion is four miles each way.? The trailhead is 13.2 miles from the Sugarland’s Visitor Center or 16 miles from the Oconaluftee Visitor Center.Rainbow Falls Trail?is just over a five-mile roundtrip path to the summit of Mount Le Conte, accessed from the Roaring Fork Drive Trail. It takes its name from the rainbow produced by mist from an 80-foot high waterfall visible on sunny afternoons just a mile into the hike.Chimney Tops Trail?is a two-mile path one-way that gains 1,400 feet to its summit for a steep climb and one of the most popular because of its length and views. It follows along the side of the Sugarland Mountain with a view of Mount Le Conte. The trailhead is 6.7 miles from the Sugarland’s Visitor Center.PIGEON FORGEGoats on the Roof Mountain Coaster - Experience the thrill of riding the best alpine coaster in Tennessee at Coaster at Goats on the Roof in Pigeon Forge. Zip around the woods at speeds up to 30 miles per hour on a 1-mile long track. Enjoy outstanding aerial views that can’t be seen anywhere else. Between rides, feed the goats, try gem mining and sample homemade ice cream and fudge. It’s a fun adventure for the entire family. The Coaster at Goats on the Roof provides a roller-coaster-style journey through the hills of Tennessee at speeds just under 30 mph.?You can choose to go alone or pair up with a friend, sibling, parent, or child; the carts are designed to comfortably carry one or two people. Each cart is equipped with hand brakes, so you can slow down if you are a little nervous, or let it rip if you're feeling the need for speed. Cost $14.99 per ticket 1341 Wears Valley Road, Pigeon Forge, 865-366-7139The Island - We offer a fun-filled atmosphere with a huge selection of unique gifts including souvenirs, candy, toys, sauces, tees, sweets, jewelry and so much more. We have something for every member of the family and all your friends! We invite you to stop in and say "hello" and meet our friendly, professional staff at The Island Trading Post. The Parkway, Pigeon ForgeTitanic Museum Attraction - Relive the tragic sinking of the Titanic at the Titanic Museum Attraction in Pigeon Forge, a half-scale model of the original ship. Follow the fate of a real passenger as you explore the Titanic’s cabins, suites, and exhibits that include a real iceberg and artifacts from the ship. Make your way to the Titanic Museum Attraction in Pigeon Forge, where you can present your voucher for an admission ticket—you’ll receive a reproduction boarding pass to the ship and be assigned the name of a real passenger or crew member, along with a short story about their life. 2134 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN Cost - $29.00 per ticket.Pigeon Forge Snow – A snow tubing experience. Snow falls year-round at this indoor snow tubing park in Pigeon Forge. Escape the heat of Tennessee summers with this 1-hour snow tubing pass, which grants access to a whole hillside full of snow tubing tracks for you to enjoy at your own pace. The tracks vary in difficulty, making this activity a popular choice among families with kids ages three and up. 2533 Teaster Lane, Pigeon Forge, TN 865-366-1334, Cost $19.99 per ticketTopJump Trampoline and Extreme Arena - Want to fly high, flip into an airbag, or dunk like Jordan? Located at the foot of the Smoky Mountains, TopJump is Sevier County’s first-ever trampoline park. It offers a safe and extreme adventure for people of all ages. TopJump features all of the traditional trampoline park attractions, plus the nation’s first sky-high climbing adventure, Clip ‘n Climb. The park also includes a large arcade, Sugar Rush Candy Store, and a place for parents to relax and still see the entire park. We’re located between light #8 and #10 on the Parkway in Pigeon Forge near Dixie Stampede just minutes from Sevierville and Gatlinburg. On top of traditional trampoline park activities such as open jump and dodgeball, TopJump Trampoline & Extreme Arena offers a climbing adventure, a massive video arcade, and a candy store.?3735 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 865-366-3400, Cost $19.95WonderWorks - Combine education and entertainment with a visit to Wonderworks in Pigeon Fork, Tennessee. Children can explore 100 plus exhibits and activities in this indoor amusement park, one of Pigeon Fork's top attractions. The park encourages children to use their imagination, creativity and logic to solve puzzles and complete activities such as a glow-in-the-dark ropes course. Make your way to WonderWorks in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, to exchange your voucher for an admission ticket that gives you access to the 100+ exhibits in the museum. The activities encourage participants to use imagination, creativity and problem solving. Tickets $31.42PIGEON FORGE (Cont.)Escape Rooms - The Escape Game Pigeon Forge – 131 Island Drive, Suite 9139, Pigeon Forge, 865-868-3400Trapped Escape Game – 2530 Parkway, Suite 22, Pigeon Forge, 865-484-4457Kryptology Escape Rooms – 3784 Parkway Suite 102, Pigeon Forge, 865-366-1796The Captured - A Live Escape Experience – 112 Reagan Drive, Gatlinburg, 865-430-7844Smokey Mountain Escape Game – 179 E. Wears Valley Road, Suite 24, Pigeon Forge, 865-366-1409The Outdoor Gravity Park is home to the iconic New Zealand adventure, zorbing. Don't miss out on the opportunity to go zorbing! You can fly 6000 miles to New Zealand, or you could just come to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. The OGO (giant ball) is 11 feet high, 11 feet wide, and bouncy and sits perched at the top of a 1,000-foot hill. In a moment, you will go rolling towards the bottom, slip & sliding, no tumbling - but only after a couple of things happen. First, one to three people dive into the sphere's belly. Then, some of the park's attendants toss ten gallons of water into this signature attraction, and finally close the door. The water makes for a slippery ride, though one without tumbling -- your fast and adrenaline-packed descent down our 1000-foot hill is more akin to a bouncy water slide or a rolling Jacuzzi. Cost is $21.30Tanger Outlet Mall - Looking for great outlet malls in Tennessee? Located 10 miles from Pigeon Forge and just off of Highway 441, Tanger Outlet Sevierville has over 100 top brand-name outlet stores. Along with great shopping choices and a pleasant shopping destination, visitors can get?money-saving coupons?for additional savings off the everyday 20-65 percent off prices. It has a great assortment of outlet stores, good food (Chop House, Joe's Crab Shack), it is clean, and if you get tired there are places to stop and rest.?1645 Parkway, Suite 960, Sevierville, TN 865-453-1053Recommended Restaurants Pigeon ForgeAlamo Steakhouse – 865-908-99983050 ParkwayPigeon Forge, TN11am-9pmPrices $9-$36 (lunch is usually a buy 1 get 1 free deal)Apple Barn – 865-428-1222230 Apple Valley RoadSevierville, TN9am-7pm M-Th9am-9pm F-SPrices $10-$25Calhoun’s BBQ – 865-868-15002532 ParkwayPigeon Forge, TN11am-10:30pmPrices $10-$30Mamas FarmHouse – 865-908-4646 (Family Style)208 Pickel St.Pigeon Forge, TN8am-10pmPrices:Adults Breakfast - $12.99, Lunch - $16.99, Dinner - $19.99Children Breakfast - $6.99, Lunch – $8.99, Dinner - $9.99Old Mill Restaurant – 865-429-3463164 Old Mill AvenuePigeon Forge, TN8am-9pmPrices $11-30GatlinburgThe Pancake Pantry - 865-436-4724 (Cash Only)628 ParkwayGatlinburg, TN7am-3pmPrices $11-$30Loco Burro – 865-430-5624735 ParkwayGatlinburg, TN11am-1amPrices $11-$30The Best Italian Café – 865-430-4090968 Parkway, Suite #9Gatlinburg, TN11am-10pmPrices $10 - $30Calhoun’s BBQ – 865-436-41001004 ParkwayGatlinburg, TN11am-10:30pmPrices $10-$30 ................
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