Dollywood

A theme park invested in by country singer Dolly Parton, offering roller coasters, steam trains, and Appalachian craft demonstrations.

Dollywood is in Pigeon Forge, with a theme based on Smoky Mountain culture. It has the Lightning Rod wooden roller coaster, the Thunderhead, and the Dollywood Express steam train, as well as craft workshops for blacksmithing and glassblowing and many country music performances. During the winter 'Smoky Mountain Christmas' event, millions of lights are displayed. The Splash Country water park next door is open in summer. Tickets cost about USD 100, and you need to drive there (about 25 minutes from Gatlinburg).

Opening hours

Approx. 10:00–20:00 (seasonal; closed January to early March)

Theme park · Roller coasters · Country music · Family-friendly

Nearby sights

• The Island in Pigeon Forge
• Gatlinburg SkyBridge
• Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
• Anakeesta
• Ober Mountain
• Sugarlands Visitor Center
• Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail
• Laurel Falls

Places to eat nearby

• Smoky Mountain Trout House
• Pancake Pantry
• Howard's Restaurant
• The Peddler Steakhouse
• Calhoun's in Gatlinburg
• Wild Plum Tea Room

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