Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge TN
Recommendations
Restaurants
Paula Deen's Family Kitchen
True southern cuisine served family-style including fried chicken, meatloaf, and pot pie.
Blue Moose Burgers and Wings
Pigeon Forge's only family sports grill has been the best kept secret by locals for year.
Local Goat
This is a favorite with locals and tourists alike. Enjoy locally grown cuisine in a casual atmosphere.
The Old Mill
1830 Gristmill anchors 2 country cooking eateries plus potter, candy and toy shops.
Apple Barn and Cider Mill
This is my favorite restaurant for breakfast. Arrive hungry as the portions are large. You will love the homemade apple fritters and cider.
Things To Do
Anakeesta
Adventure awaits at Anakeesta with a unique outdoor experience by immersing guests of all ages in the beauty and adventure of the great outdoors. Located in the heart of Gatlinburg.
Sky Bridge Park
For the thrill seeker, take a walk on the longest pedestrain suspension bridge in North America with it's glass panel flooring.
Cades Cove
Voted "must do" in the Smokies. Take a drive through the Cove to view the best wildlife the Smokies has to offer. Hint: go very early in the morning.
Dinner Shows
A trip to the Smokies isn't complete without seeing one of the many dinner shows that we have to offer. My favorites are Dolly Pardon's Stampeded, Hatfield and McCoy's and Murder Mystery.
Clingman's Dome
This 6,643 round top peak sits at the top of the park and the state of TN. Climb the 1/2 mile hike to the summit for the best views of the Smokies.
The Island
An amusement park, shopping and eateries all in one. A great place to spend the day or evening. Located in the heart of the Pigeon Forge.
Dollywood
Awarded "Friendliest Park" in the entire theme park industry and fun for the whole family. Don't forget the "to die for" cinnamon bread at the Gristmill.
Waterfalls
With over 100 waterfalls and cascaded in the National Park, there is something for everyone. My favorites are: Laurel Falls, Grotto Falls, Rainbow Falls and Abrams.
Ripley's Aquarium
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies is an amazing family attraction - State of the art facilities with over 100000 exotic sea creatures in 10 themed galleries.
Wildflowers
Stop to smell the wildflowers. The Smokies are home to more than 1500 species of wildflowers that show their beauty in the spring. We are also home of Azaleas and Rhondadendrons in April.
Grocery
Krogers
220 Wears Valley Rd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863 6:00 am - 11:00 p,
Walmart Supercenter
1414 Parkway, Sevierville, TN 37862 Hours: 7:00 am - 11:00 pm
Whaley's Country Store
1725 Waldens Creek Rd. A hidden family-owned treasure. Amish goods, soaps, jellies, cheeses, crafts, and hot coffee. Hours: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Publix
2656 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863 Hours 7:00 am - 10:00 pm
Wineries & Moonshine
Mountain Valley Winery
Not only is Mountain Valley Winery one of the oldest wineries in the state, it also features some of the most unique wines in the country!
Sugarland Cellars
Sugarland Cellars is another one of the best wineries in Gatlinburg and the Smoky Mountains. All of the wines at Sugarland Cellars have fascinating stories about the history of the Smokies printed on their label.
Ole Smoky Moonshine
Rustic corn-whiskey distillery brewing moonshine in copper stills makes this one of the most popular places in the Smokies to taste moonshine.
Liquor One
Old-fashioned country store featuring homemade liquor varieties & a tasting room makes this another favorite.
Shopping
The Village Shopes
Nearly 30 shops and eateries are clustered in a center reminiscent of European cobblestone streets in downtown Gatlinburg. Don’t forget Friars donuts. Simply the best.
Tanger Outlets
Shopping chain featuring an open-air mall in Sevierville. Locate your favorites stores before you go. Enjoy over a hundred brand-name outlet stores.
Gatlinburg Arts and Crafts
With over 100 local artists and craftsmen, this is a living, breathing tribute to the history of the Great Smoky Mountains.