McGhee Tyson Airport 1 hr 5
Wild Eagle (25 min) The country's first steel wing coaster features a drop of 135 ft. & reaches speeds of 61 mph. Anakeesta (22 min) Big outdoor adventure hub offering zip lining, gondola rides, a treetop play area & other fun. Gatlinburg SkyLift Park (25 min) Open-air chairlift ride to the top of an 1,800-ft. overlook with views of the Smoky Mountains. Ober Gatlinburg (33 min) This mountainside amusement park features skiing, mini-golf, wildlife encounters, a mall & more. Mount Le Conte (42 min) Scenic peak in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park with log cabins accessible by hiking trail. Dolly Parton's Stampede (16 min) Southern, 4-course feast followed by a show featuring music, comedy, live animals & pyrotechnics. Dollywood's Splash Country (20 min) Seasonal 35-acre water park owned & inspired by singer Dolly Parton, featuring many water slides. Lightning Rod (22 min) Hot rod–themed wooden coaster featuring a 20-story launched start, 73 mph speeds & vertical curves. TITANIC Museum Attraction (23 min) This museum dedicated to the famed Titanic is shaped like the ship & features recovered artifacts. The Island in Pigeon Forge (20 min) Playful destination featuring unique shops, casual restaurants & amusement rides, plus a hotel. Gatlinburg Space Needle (25 min) Opened in 1969, the 407-ft. observation tower offers an outdoor viewing deck, a theater & an arcade. Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies (22 min) Sprawling aquarium showcasing sharks, sea turtles, string rays, penguins & a glass-bottom boat ride. Parrot Mountain and Gardens (17 min) Peaceful Bible-inspired garden & parrot preserve offering chances to interact with rare birds. Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community (11 min) Area for local culture, with cozy stores for woodwork, pottery & more, plus restaurants & B&Bs. Dollywood (18 min) Owned by Dolly Parton, this theme park has water slides, rides & a number of live music shows. |