49 Places

Group-Friendly Activities

Planning for a big crew? These attractions, restaurants, and activities are designed to handle large groups, from family reunions to corporate retreats.

Pigeon Forge

The Old Mill Restaurant

Historic water-powered grist mill dining

★★★★★ 4.6 (31,812 reviews)

place164 Old Mill Ave, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

schedule8 AM - 9 PM

phone(865) 429-3463

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Pigeon Forge

Dollywood

Top-ranked theme park & coasters

★★★★★ 4.7 (24,532 reviews)

place2700 Dollywood Parks Blvd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

scheduleMon-Sun: 10AM - 9PM

phone(800) 365-5996

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Gatlinburg

Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Shark tunnel & marine life

★★★★★ 4.6 (18,420 reviews)

place88 River Rd, Gatlinburg, TN 37738

scheduleMon-Sun: 9AM - 9PM

phone(865) 430-8808

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Pigeon Forge

Comedy Barn Theater

Family-friendly comedy & variety show

★★★★★ 4.7 (12,540 reviews)

place2775 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

scheduleShows at 5PM & 8PM

phone(865) 428-5222

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Pigeon Forge

Titanic Museum Attraction

Moving Titanic history experience

★★★★★ 4.7 (12,340 reviews)

place2134 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

scheduleMon-Sat: 9AM-9PM, Sun: 9AM-5PM

phone(800) 381-7670

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Gatlinburg

Gatlinburg SkyLift Park

500-foot ascent to Crockett Mountain

★★★★★ 4.6 (9,876 reviews)

place765 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738

scheduleMon-Sun: 9AM - 10PM

phone(865) 436-4307

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Sevierville

Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant

Authentic farmhouse restaurant

★★★★★ 4.5 (9,800 reviews)

placeSevierville, TN

schedule8 AM - 8:30 PM

phone(865) 428-1222

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Sevierville

Soaky Mountain Waterpark

50-acre waterpark with Tennessee's first coaster

★★★★★ 4.5 (8,932 reviews)

place175 Gists Creek Rd, Sevierville, TN 37876

scheduleSeasonal: Mid-May through early September, 10 AM - 7 PM

phone(833) 687-6259

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Pigeon Forge

WonderWorks

Interactive exhibits in upside-down building

★★★★☆ 4.4 (8,932 reviews)

place100 Music Rd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

scheduleDaily: 10AM-9PM

phone(865) 868-1800

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Pigeon Forge

Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud

Comedy dinner show with family fun

★★★★★ 4.6 (8,765 reviews)

place119 Music Rd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

scheduleShows vary

phone(865) 908-7469

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Pigeon Forge

Country Tonite

Live country music & performances

★★★★★ 4.7 (7,854 reviews)

place129 Showplace Blvd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

scheduleShows at 8PM

phone(865) 453-2003

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Pigeon Forge

The Escape Game Pigeon Forge

Movie-quality puzzles for groups

★★★★★ 5 (6,883 reviews)

place131 The Island Dr Suite 9139, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

schedule10 AM - 12 AM

phone(865) 366-4640

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Pigeon Forge

Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show

Pirate battles & indoor lagoon

★★★★★ 4.5 (6,543 reviews)

place2713 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

scheduleShows vary

phone(865) 430-8687

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Gatlinburg

Cherokee Grill

Appalachian ingredients with modern techniques

★★★★★ 4.6 (5,678 reviews)

place1002 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738

scheduleDaily: 4PM - 10PM

phone(865) 436-4287

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Pigeon Forge

Hard Rock Cafe Pigeon Forge

American fare with rock memorabilia

★★★★☆ 4.3 (5,678 reviews)

place2050 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

scheduleMon-Sun: 11AM-11PM

phone(865) 366-7625

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Pigeon Forge

Smoky Mountain Alpine Coaster

Long scenic alpine coaster ride

★★★★★ 4.5 (5,621 reviews)

place867 Wears Valley Rd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

scheduleMon-Sun: 10AM - 10PM

phone(865) 365-5000

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Hartford

Big Creek Expeditions

Rafting trips on Pigeon River

★★★★★ 4.7 (5,432 reviews)

place3541 Hartford Rd, Hartford, TN 37753

scheduleMar-Oct: 8AM-6PM

phone(877) 642-7238

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Sevierville

Legacy Mountain Ziplines

Scenic mountain ziplines for groups

★★★★★ 4.8 (4,567 reviews)

place705 Gists Creek Rd, Sevierville, TN 37876

scheduleDaily: 9AM-5PM

phone(865) 430-9736

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Pigeon Forge

Rocky Top Mountain Coaster

Alpine coaster through forest terrain

★★★★★ 4.5 (4,567 reviews)

place2940 Veterans Blvd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

scheduleSun-Thu: 10AM-10PM, Fri-Sat: 10AM-11PM

phone(865) 453-0033

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Gatlinburg

Sugarlands Distilling Company

Craft distillery with premium moonshine

★★★★★ 4.5 (4,567 reviews)

place805 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738

scheduleDaily: 10AM - 10PM

phone(865) 325-1355

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Pigeon Forge

Mama's Farmhouse

Southern comfort food family-style

★★★★★ 4.5 (4,567 reviews)

place208 Pickel Street, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

scheduleMon-Sun: 8AM-9PM

phone(865) 908-4646

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Gatlinburg

The Peddler Steakhouse

Scenic steakhouse since 1976

★★★★★ 4.7 (4,521 reviews)

place820 River Rd, Gatlinburg, TN 37738

scheduleMon-Sun: 4:30PM - 10PM

phone(865) 436-5794

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Pigeon Forge

Paula Deen's Lumberjack Feud

Lumberjack shows with exciting competitions

★★★★★ 4.6 (4,321 reviews)

place2530 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

scheduleShows vary

phone(865) 366-1890

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Pigeon Forge

Alamo Steakhouse

Texas-style steaks & ribs in Gatlinburg

★★★★★ 4.5 (4,321 reviews)

place3050 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

scheduleDaily: 4PM - 10PM

phone(865) 908-9998

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Pigeon Forge

Gaucho Urbano - Brazilian Steakhouse

Unlimited skewered meats by gauchos

★★★★★ 4.5 (4,097 reviews)

place111 Valley Dr, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

schedule4 PM - 10:30 PM

phone(865) 286-5955

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Pigeon Forge

Moonshine Mountain Coaster

Nighttime mountain coaster ride

★★★★★ 4.5 (3,456 reviews)

place2826 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

scheduleDaily: 10AM-10PM

phone(865) 365-1588

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Hartford

NOC Lower Pigeon Rafting

Family-friendly scenic rafting

★★★★★ 4.6 (3,456 reviews)

place1077 Highway 321, Gatlinburg, TN 37738

scheduleMar-Oct: 8AM-6PM

phone(828) 785-5082

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Pigeon Forge

Bennett's Pit Bar-B-Que

Slow-smoked meats since 1982

★★★★☆ 4.4 (3,456 reviews)

place2910 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

scheduleDaily: 11AM - 9PM

phone(865) 429-2200

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Gatlinburg

Ole Red Gatlinburg

Southern comfort food with live music

★★★★★ 4.5 (3,456 reviews)

place511 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738

schedule11 AM - 10 PM, Fri/Sat Midnight

phone(865) 325-6500

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Gatlinburg

Smoky Mountain Brewery

Craft beers & pub fare with scenic views

★★★★☆ 4.3 (3,456 reviews)

place1004 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738

scheduleDaily: 11:30AM - 11PM

phone(865) 436-4200

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Sevierville

Adventure Park Ziplines at Five Oaks

Guided mountain zipline adventure

★★★★★ 4.7 (3,210 reviews)

place1628 Parkway, Sevierville, TN 37862

scheduleDaily: 9AM-5PM

phone(865) 366-2687

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Gatlinburg

Breakout Games

Escape room adventures in Gatlinburg

★★★★★ 5 (3,175 reviews)

place631 Parkway Suites A9 A10, Gatlinburg, TN 37738

schedule10 AM - 10 PM

phone(865) 712-8014

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Pigeon Forge

Local Goat

New American dishes for groups

★★★★☆ 4.4 (2,987 reviews)

place2167 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

scheduleDaily: 11AM - 10PM

phone(865) 366-3035

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Hartford

NOC Upper Pigeon Whitewater

Thrilling Class III-IV whitewater rapids

★★★★★ 4.7 (2,876 reviews)

place1077 Highway 321, Gatlinburg, TN 37738

scheduleMar-Oct: 8AM-6PM

phone(828) 785-5082

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Pigeon Forge

Big Rock Dude Ranch at Ponderosa

Western horseback riding ranch

★★★★★ 4.6 (2,345 reviews)

place909 Little Cove Rd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

schedule9 AM - 5 PM

phone(865) 453-0088

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Sevierville

Dave & Buster's

Arcade games & dining for all ages

★★★★☆ 4.2 (2,345 reviews)

place1645 Parkway, Sevierville, TN 37862

scheduleMon-Thu: 11AM-12AM, Fri-Sat: 11AM-1AM, Sun: 10AM-12AM

phone(865) 286-2900

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Pigeon Forge

LazerPort Fun Center

Arcade, laser tag, go-karts & mini golf

★★★★☆ 4.3 (2,345 reviews)

place2782 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

schedule12 PM - 11 PM

phone(865) 453-0400

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Pigeon Forge

TopJump Trampoline & Extreme Arena

Trampolines, ninja courses, climbing

★★★★★ 4.5 (2,345 reviews)

place3735 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

schedule10 AM - 9 PM

phone(865) 366-3400

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Pigeon Forge

Arcade City at The Island

Family arcade on Pigeon Forge Parkway

★★★★★ 4.5 (1,653 reviews)

place131 The Island Dr #1105, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

schedule10 AM - 11 PM

phone(865) 286-0149

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Pigeon Forge

Outdoor Gravity Park

Inflatable zorbing fun and adventure

★★★★★ 4.6 (1,567 reviews)

place203 Sugar Hollow Rd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

scheduleDaily: 10AM-6PM (weather permitting)

phone(865) 366-2687

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Pigeon Forge

Biblical Times Dinner Theater

Religious theatrical dinner show

★★★★★ 4.6 (1,543 reviews)

place2391 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

schedule6 PM Shows

phone(865) 366-3655

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Sevierville

Five Oaks Farm Kitchen

Southern breakfast and dinner favorites

★★★★★ 4.7 (1,234 reviews)

placeSevierville, TN 37862

schedule7 AM - 2 PM, 4 PM - 9 PM

phone(865) 366-1555

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Sevierville

The Appalachian

Southern cuisine with a creative twist

★★★★★ 4.7 (1,234 reviews)

place139 Bruce St, Sevierville, TN 37862

scheduleTue-Sat: 5PM - 9PM

phone(865) 365-1056

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Pigeon Forge

The Great Escape Room Pigeon Forge

Themed puzzles for groups

★★★★★ 4.9 (1,207 reviews)

place3784 Parkway #102, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

schedule10 AM - 9:45 PM

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Pigeon Forge

Gatlin's Escape Room Games

Immersive puzzle escape adventures

★★★★★ 4.6 (987 reviews)

place3270 Parkway Unit 2, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

schedule10 AM - 10 PM

phone(865) 233-9200

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Pigeon Forge

Mayday Escape Room at Crave Golf Club

Immersive themed escape challenges

★★★★☆ 4.4 (876 reviews)

place2925 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

scheduleDaily: 10AM-11PM

phone(865) 366-3403

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Sevierville

Tennessee Silencer - Machine Guns & TANKS!

Shoot machine guns & tanks

★★★★★ 4.8 (876 reviews)

place1471 Shiloh Church Rd, Seymour, TN 37865

schedule10 AM - 6 PM, Closed Sun/Mon

phone(865) 603-4214

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Pigeon Forge

Zombie Escape Room at Crave Golf Club

Thrilling zombie-themed puzzle escape

★★★★☆ 4.3 (765 reviews)

place2925 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

scheduleDaily: 10AM-11PM

phone(865) 366-3403

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East Tennessee

Country Manor Acres

Exclusive large-capacity wedding site

★★★★★ 5 (14 reviews)

placeEast Tennessee

scheduleBy appointment

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find the best group-friendly activities in the Smoky Mountains?

You'll find group-friendly activities across Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and Sevierville, all within an easy drive of our Smoky Mountain cabins.

Is group-friendly activities a good option for groups and families?

Yes. The Smoky Mountains are a popular destination for families and large groups, and most group-friendly activities options welcome all ages.

When is the best time of year to visit the Smoky Mountains?

The Smoky Mountains are a year-round destination. Spring and fall offer the best weather and scenery, summer is the busiest season, and winter brings quieter visits and holiday events.

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Group-Friendly Activities

Group activities in the Smoky Mountains. Things to do with large groups, family reunions, and corporate retreats in Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and Sevierville.

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	Place	Rating	Hours	Phone	Address
Gatlinburg
	Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies	4.6 ★	Mon-Sun: 9AM - 9PM	(865) 430-8808	88 River Rd, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
	Gatlinburg SkyLift Park	4.6 ★	Mon-Sun: 9AM - 10PM	(865) 436-4307	765 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
	Cherokee Grill	4.6 ★	Daily: 4PM - 10PM	(865) 436-4287	1002 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
	Sugarlands Distilling Company	4.5 ★	Daily: 10AM - 10PM	(865) 325-1355	805 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
	The Peddler Steakhouse	4.7 ★	Mon-Sun: 4:30PM - 10PM	(865) 436-5794	820 River Rd, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
	Ole Red Gatlinburg	4.5 ★	11 AM - 10 PM, Fri/Sat Midnight	(865) 325-6500	511 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
	Smoky Mountain Brewery	4.3 ★	Daily: 11:30AM - 11PM	(865) 436-4200	1004 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
	Breakout Games	5 ★	10 AM - 10 PM	(865) 712-8014	631 Parkway Suites A9 A10, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Hartford
	Big Creek Expeditions	4.7 ★	Mar-Oct: 8AM-6PM	(877) 642-7238	3541 Hartford Rd, Hartford, TN 37753
	NOC Lower Pigeon Rafting	4.6 ★	Mar-Oct: 8AM-6PM	(828) 785-5082	1077 Highway 321, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
	NOC Upper Pigeon Whitewater	4.7 ★	Mar-Oct: 8AM-6PM	(828) 785-5082	1077 Highway 321, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Pigeon Forge
	The Old Mill Restaurant	4.6 ★	8 AM - 9 PM	(865) 429-3463	164 Old Mill Ave, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
	Dollywood	4.7 ★	Mon-Sun: 10AM - 9PM	(800) 365-5996	2700 Dollywood Parks Blvd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
	Comedy Barn Theater	4.7 ★	Shows at 5PM & 8PM	(865) 428-5222	2775 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
	Titanic Museum Attraction	4.7 ★	Mon-Sat: 9AM-9PM, Sun: 9AM-5PM	(800) 381-7670	2134 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
	WonderWorks	4.4 ★	Daily: 10AM-9PM	(865) 868-1800	100 Music Rd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
	Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud	4.6 ★	Shows vary	(865) 908-7469	119 Music Rd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
	Country Tonite	4.7 ★	Shows at 8PM	(865) 453-2003	129 Showplace Blvd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
	The Escape Game Pigeon Forge	5 ★	10 AM - 12 AM	(865) 366-4640	131 The Island Dr Suite 9139, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
	Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show	4.5 ★	Shows vary	(865) 430-8687	2713 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
	Hard Rock Cafe Pigeon Forge	4.3 ★	Mon-Sun: 11AM-11PM	(865) 366-7625	2050 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
	Smoky Mountain Alpine Coaster	4.5 ★	Mon-Sun: 10AM - 10PM	(865) 365-5000	867 Wears Valley Rd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
	Rocky Top Mountain Coaster	4.5 ★	Sun-Thu: 10AM-10PM, Fri-Sat: 10AM-11PM	(865) 453-0033	2940 Veterans Blvd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
	Mama's Farmhouse	4.5 ★	Mon-Sun: 8AM-9PM	(865) 908-4646	208 Pickel Street, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
	Paula Deen's Lumberjack Feud	4.6 ★	Shows vary	(865) 366-1890	2530 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
	Alamo Steakhouse	4.5 ★	Daily: 4PM - 10PM	(865) 908-9998	3050 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
	Gaucho Urbano - Brazilian Steakhouse	4.5 ★	4 PM - 10:30 PM	(865) 286-5955	111 Valley Dr, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
	Moonshine Mountain Coaster	4.5 ★	Daily: 10AM-10PM	(865) 365-1588	2826 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
	Bennett's Pit Bar-B-Que	4.4 ★	Daily: 11AM - 9PM	(865) 429-2200	2910 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
	Local Goat	4.4 ★	Daily: 11AM - 10PM	(865) 366-3035	2167 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
	Big Rock Dude Ranch at Ponderosa	4.6 ★	9 AM - 5 PM	(865) 453-0088	909 Little Cove Rd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
	LazerPort Fun Center	4.3 ★	12 PM - 11 PM	(865) 453-0400	2782 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
	TopJump Trampoline & Extreme Arena	4.5 ★	10 AM - 9 PM	(865) 366-3400	3735 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
	Arcade City at The Island	4.5 ★	10 AM - 11 PM	(865) 286-0149	131 The Island Dr #1105, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
	Outdoor Gravity Park	4.6 ★	Daily: 10AM-6PM (weather permitting)	(865) 366-2687	203 Sugar Hollow Rd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
	Biblical Times Dinner Theater	4.6 ★	6 PM Shows	(865) 366-3655	2391 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
	The Great Escape Room Pigeon Forge	4.9 ★	10 AM - 9:45 PM		3784 Parkway #102, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
	Gatlin's Escape Room Games	4.6 ★	10 AM - 10 PM	(865) 233-9200	3270 Parkway Unit 2, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
Sevierville
	Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant	4.5 ★	8 AM - 8:30 PM	(865) 428-1222	Sevierville, TN
	Soaky Mountain Waterpark	4.5 ★	Seasonal: Mid-May through early September, 10 AM - 7 PM	(833) 687-6259	175 Gists Creek Rd, Sevierville, TN 37876
	Legacy Mountain Ziplines	4.8 ★	Daily: 9AM-5PM	(865) 430-9736	705 Gists Creek Rd, Sevierville, TN 37876
	Adventure Park Ziplines at Five Oaks	4.7 ★	Daily: 9AM-5PM	(865) 366-2687	1628 Parkway, Sevierville, TN 37862
	Dave & Buster's	4.2 ★	Mon-Thu: 11AM-12AM, Fri-Sat: 11AM-1AM, Sun: 10AM-12AM	(865) 286-2900	1645 Parkway, Sevierville, TN 37862
	Five Oaks Farm Kitchen	4.7 ★	7 AM - 2 PM, 4 PM - 9 PM	(865) 366-1555	Sevierville, TN 37862
	The Appalachian	4.7 ★	Tue-Sat: 5PM - 9PM	(865) 365-1056	139 Bruce St, Sevierville, TN 37862
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