{"id":5866,"date":"2020-01-29T13:47:49","date_gmt":"2020-01-29T18:47:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/?p=5866"},"modified":"2026-04-28T11:12:22","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T11:12:22","slug":"fun-attractions-smokies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/attractions\/fun-attractions-smokies.htm","title":{"rendered":"Visit 5 Fun Attractions in the Great Smoky Mountains!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ripping around adrenaline pumping roller coasters, viewing gorgeous mountain peaks from the tippy top of a Ferris wheel, strolling 40 feet across a tree canopy, waving hello to passing sea critters, and hiking to a dazzling waterfall\u2026visiting the Great Smoky Mountains sure has its perks. When you\u2019re not playing or relaxing at <\/span>your cabin<\/span><\/a>, the Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg areas boast fun attractions of all kinds and for all ages. There are tons of Smoky Mountain attractions to choose from, so we\u2019ve carefully narrowed down our top 5 for YOU!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Dollywood
\n<\/b>If theme parks are your jam, <\/span>Dollywood<\/span><\/a> in Pigeon Forge will have you grinning from ear to ear. As the area\u2019s most famous park \u2014 35 years and counting \u2014 Dollywood won\u2019t disappoint. The park is filled to the brim with fun, including shows, rides, an eagle enclosure, shops, craft demos, dining options, and special behind-the-scenes tours! And there\u2019s always an exciting event livening the already happening party. It\u2019s a great place to spend a full day with family and friends, eating sweet treats, zooming on roller coasters, snapping pics with park characters, watching artistic pros at work, and enjoying live bluegrass beats.<\/span><\/p>\n

Coming in summer?<\/i><\/b> Opt for Dollywood Splash Country \u2014 a sister water park with a wave pool, epic water slides, a kiddie play area, and a lazy river.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

2. The Island
\n<\/b>Ready to walk, shop, and play? Head to <\/span>The Island<\/span><\/a> \u2014 a shopping and entertainment complex with a variety of attractions in Pigeon Forge. With a dancing water fountain display, fun rides for kids and kids at heart, moonshine and wine tastings, Paula Deen\u2019s home cooking, thrilling escape games, and 40 unique boutiques, getting lost here will be a pleasure. Stop by for a few hours or spend all day hanging at The Island with loved ones.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Island Attractions<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n