So I live in Knoxville, and used to work in Gatlinburg. So much fun to be had up there, especially in my high school years! The traffic can be quite atrocious, but the attractions are endless.
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The space needle is right where all the action is happening, right off the strip.It was introduced to me by my first real boyfriend and has quite the romanticism, sleepless in Seattle vibe at night.
Gatlinburg Space Needle
This aquarium is a family favorite for me and mines! Theres so much to take in from under the sea to leave you in such awe and wonder.
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
Halloween is right around the corner and what better way to celebrate than grabbing tickets here. It'll even have the "tough guy" screaming by the end of it.
Ripley's Haunted Adventure
Great scenery and great food...and if you are lucky, often bear sitings in this area. Its wild really!
If you are looking to have some free fun and love the outdoors, this place is awesome. Its a scenic loop spanning a few miles full of the beauty and wildlife of the Smoky Mountains.
Cades Cove - Great Smoky Mountains National Park (U.S. ...
My daughter has muscular dystrophy and uses a power chair. We love this maze because it's wheelchair accessible and a bit trippy to say the least!The music and lights really set it off, and it's fun for all ages.
Ripley's Mirror Maze
Unfortunately, I have yet to make it to Blake Shelton's Ole Red Restaurant, but I have been itching to have a Little Fun!
Ole Red
This place is so fun! It's technically in PF right before you get to Gatlinburg,but the ferris wheel is SUPER high up and there are some great little shops in the area. Alongside, Margaritaville! My fav.
The Island in Pigeon Forge
I grew up on Buffet and had the luxury of seeing him at 16. Im a huge fan of the Lifestyle he lived and where else could I go for a cheeseburger in paradise?
Margaritaville Restaurant - Pigeon Forge
Are you looking to go Incommunicado for a few days? This resort is full of the inspo of Island life we all envy to live. I know I sure wanna be there!!
Margaritaville Island Hotel
Waterpark Wins!! This place makes the kids happy. And the almost adults too!
Soaky Mountain Waterpark
so you have never been to Dollywood? I BEG YOUR PARTON?!😃DOLLY IS TIMELESS. THIS PLACE IS EDUCATIONAL, FUN, FULL OF HISTORY, GREAT SHOWS, EXCELLENT FOOD, AND FULL OF KILLER RIDES!my earliest memories were made here with my favorite people.