McGhee Tyson Airport 1 hr 7
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies (29 min)
Sprawling aquarium showcasing sharks, sea turtles, string rays, penguins & a glass-bottom boat ride. Mount Le Conte (46 min)
Scenic peak in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park with log cabins accessible by hiking trail. Gatlinburg Space Needle (32 min)
Opened in 1969, the 407-ft. observation tower offers an outdoor viewing deck, a theater & an arcade. Lightning Rod (24 min)
Hot rod–themed wooden coaster featuring a 20-story launched start, 73 mph speeds & vertical curves. Dolly Parton's Stampede (19 min)
Southern, 4-course feast followed by a show featuring music, comedy, live animals & pyrotechnics. Foxfire Mountain Adventure Park (8 min)
150-acre adventure park boasting zip lines, amphibious rides, ropes courses & a suspension bridge. CLIMB Works Smoky Mountains - Zipline Tour (23 min)
Zip line, rafting, cycling, mountain biking, and adventure The Island in Pigeon Forge (23 min)
Playful destination featuring unique shops, casual restaurants & amusement rides, plus a hotel. Dollywood's Splash Country (22 min)
Seasonal 35-acre water park owned & inspired by singer Dolly Parton, featuring many water slides. Parrot Mountain and Gardens (19 min)
Peaceful Bible-inspired garden & parrot preserve offering chances to interact with rare birds. Ober Gatlinburg (37 min)
This mountainside amusement park features skiing, mini-golf, wildlife encounters, a mall & more. Anakeesta (28 min)
Big outdoor adventure hub offering zip lining, gondola rides, a treetop play area & other fun. Gatlinburg SkyLift Park (31 min)
Open-air chairlift ride to the top of an 1,800-ft. overlook with views of the Smoky Mountains. Dollywood (20 min)
Owned by Dolly Parton, this theme park has water slides, rides & a number of live music shows. Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community (17 min)
Area for local culture, with cozy stores for woodwork, pottery & more, plus restaurants & B&Bs. | 
