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Weekend Guide to Pigeon Forge & Gatlinburg, TN 🐻

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Pigeon Forge is one of the hottest tourist destinations in Tennessee! Rightfully so, as the Smoky Mountains are absolutely gorgeous. If you plan on taking a trip to Pigeon Forge and/or Gatlinburg in the near future, make sure to visit my top recommen...
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Things to Do - Pigeon Forge

There's an overwhelming amount of stuff to do when you are in Pigeon Forge. From museums to dinner shows, there's something for anyone!

 
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If your family loves amusement parks then you better hit up Dollywood!
I Tried To Eat Everything at Dollywood...
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This museum is extremely informative about the Titanic and its sinking… But it did make me a bit sad
Titanic Museum
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When in Pigeon Forge you MUST attend a dinner show! This one is a great option but there are others as well (the Stampede is super fun!)
Pirates Voyage Dinner Show
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Make sure you spend some time in nature too!
Hiking Trails in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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A great reference for later!
A Complete Travel Guide to Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, TN
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Things to Do - Gatlinburg

Gatlinburg is right outside Pigeon Forge making it another great stop on your trip. Here were some of my favorite things to check out!

 
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As an antique lover, I am always impressed by collections. And this is a HUGE amount of salt and pepper shakers!
The Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum
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This is literally the coolest mini golf course! You ride up the side of the mountain and play your way down - look out for bear and don't lose your ball!
Hillbilly Golf
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Such an adorable little shopping area with tiny niche shops!
The Village Shops
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Places to Eat - Pigeon Forge

A vacation isn't complete without delicious food… Here's some of my favorite spots we ate at during our trip.

 
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I am a sucker for 50's diners - their breakfast is super classic!
Mel's Diner
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There are 100+ animatronic singing chickens… enough said
Frizzle Chicken Cafe
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This complex has a restaurant, bakery, gift shop, Christmas store, and more! Such good food!
Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant
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Can get really busy so maybe go for an early dinner or late lunch
The Old Mill
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As a huge Flavortown fan you gotta check out this joint!
Downtown Flavortown
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Places to Eat - Gatlinburg

Again, you can't have a great trip without good food :) Some highlights from Gatlinburg area. 

 
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An iconic pancake house that you must try!
Pancake Pantry
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You can catch some gorgeous views at this rooftop bar!
Jason Aldean's Kitchen + Rooftop Bar
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Perfect if you are craving a sweet treat
Byrd's Famous Cookies
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A great place to try out some moonshine and grab some souvenirs too
Ole Smoky Distillery
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