Gatlinburg Attractions and Amusements Camp Thunder 542 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, 865-430-RACE, An indoor adventure center that features NASCAR style, gasoline powered go-karts on an indoor oval slick track, as well as a challenging 18 hole indoor miniature golf course that is themed around the National Park and two action packed motion simulator movies.
Earthquake-The Ride 653 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, 865-436-9765, A live action adventure ride that is loaded with special effects and is fun for all ages. You'll experience a catastrophic earthquake once you are strapped in your seat and the car moves out of the station. You'll see another train on the same track heading straight for you, as well as see sidewalks buckle, ceilings cave in, and watch the track sink into the ground.
Fannie Farkle's 656 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, In the Heart of Downtown Gatlinburg, 865-436-4057, Cell: 386-451-0945, A wide variety of your old favorite arcade games such as PAC-MAN and Centipede are at this family arcade, as well as the latest video games and redemption machines with many prizes available. You can also enjoy delicious corn dogs and sausages while playing here, as well as check your email.
Fort Fun Family Entertainment Center 716 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, Reagan Terrace Mall, 865-430-7223, This family entertainment venue offers action packed Laser Tag in a 2,700 square foot arena complete with pumping music and cool lights, the only 3-D Movie Theater in the Smokies that shows realistic, special effect movies, and delightful futuristic circular bumper cars that are fun for the whole family.
Fun Mountain Amusement Park Corner of Parkway and Highway 321, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, Downtown Gatlinburg, 865-436-4132, Large family amusement park that features a wide variety of activities for all ages with features including bumper cars, a bungee trampoline, a ferris wheel, miniature golf course, the longest chair lift in Gatlinburg, the largest arcade in the area, an antique carousel, and a variety of midway games.
Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway 1001 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, 865-436-5423, 800-251-9202, Departing regularly from downtown Gatlinburg to Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort, this 120-passenger tramway offers riders spectacular year round views. You can ride the tram for free if you ski.
Gatlinburg Sky Lift 765 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, 865-436-4307, For over 40 years families have been riding this double chair lift to the top of Crockett Mountain for unforgettable views of the Smokies. Open year round, this lift glides over the Little Pigeon River then climbs to an elevation of 1,800 feet.
Hillbilly Golf On the Parkway near Traffic Light #2, 865-436-7470, Take a ride on the incline to 300 feet above the city and play the world's unusual miniature golf at this venue that features two challenging 18 hole courses that are filled with mountaineer hazards including rocky walls, outhouses, and lush native plants.
Mysterious Mansion of Gatlinburg 424 River Road, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, 865-436-7007, The scariest and most exciting attraction in Gatlinburg, you'll experience the terror and horror of a classic, turn-of-the-century haunted house at this venue that features spooks, goblins, secret passageways, and a damp, dark dungeon.
Ober Gatlinburg 1001 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, 865-436-5423, Ride the Tramway to this entertaining amusement park that features resort lodging, two shopping malls, and a wide variety of activities including indoor ice skating, snow boarding, go-carts, water rides, an Alpine slide, an arcade, bungee action, miniature golf, a shooting range, a velcro wall jump, and much more.
Old Gatlinburg Golf & Games 716 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, Reagan Terrace Mall, 865-430-4653, Play 36 holes of award-winning, authentically themed miniature golf at this venue that allows visitors to putt through history on its two beautifully landscaped courses complete with a grist mill waterwheel, the Elkmont train station, and a settlement school house. You can also have your picture made in the Old Gatlinburg jail or play a wide variety of video games in the General Store.
Ripley's Moving Theatre 904 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, 865-436-9763, You'll feel the wind and the snow during this high-tech simulator theatre that features seats moving in motion with the action on the screen. Two exciting shows are shown at this venue that is the only 3D motion simulator in Gatlinburg with six channel digital surround sound.
Space Needle 115 Historic Nature Trail-Airport Road, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, 865-436-4629, One of downtown Gatlinburg's landmark attractions, this venue was built in 1970 and features a 342 foot observation tower, as well as a 20,000 square foot amusement center that includes a laser tag area, a roller coaster simulator ride that includes a 360-degree upside down flip, and a children's area. You can also get an authentic Old Time Photo during your visit.
Treasure Quest Miniature Golf 653 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, 865-436-3972, An ancient jungle theme is prevalent at this indoor championship 18 hole miniature golf course that is filled with unusual scenes and is exciting and challenging for people of all ages.
Venturer Motion Ride Movie Theatre 716 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, 865-430-8985, The area's wildest simulator, this motion simulator ride offers four awesome movie rides for one great low price.
World of Illusions 716 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 33738, Next to Reagan Terrace Mall, 865-436-9701, Fun and exciting venue that features the largest exhibition of action packed Grande Illusions in the world, as well as mystifying magic acts and interactive exhibits. You can make a friend disappear, become a Genie in a bottle, or even walk away from your own shadow while visiting here.
Museums & Galleries
Guinness World of Records Museum 631 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, 865-436-9100, Hundreds of exhibits from the best selling Guinness Book of World Records are on display at this museum, as well as many items from Elvis, Princess Diana, and Houdini. Other features of the museum include 12 spectacular shows, interactive computers, and famous memorabilia that include the Batmobile and items from the Beatles.
Ripley's Believe it or Not! Museum 800 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, 865-436-5096, You'll find three floors of outstanding artifacts, oddities, and unique exhibits from around the world at this museum with many of the items collected by Ripley during the 1930's and 1940's. Some of the items you'll see are authentic medieval torture devices and authentic shrunken heads.
Star Cars Museum 914 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, 865-430-2200, This museum contains some of the very super fast, superstar cars from TV series and Hollywood's favorite movies in recreated sets that include sound, lights, and action. Over 30 cars are on display including the 67 Mustang from Gone in Sixty Seconds and the Mitsubishi Eclipse from The Fast and the Furious.
National Parks & Natural Wonders
Great Smoky Mountains National Park 107 Park Headquarters Road, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, 865-436-1200, An International Biosphere Reserve and a World Heritage Site are located at this popular National Park that has 500,000 acres covering parts of Tennessee and North Carolina and features over 4,000 species of plants and over 800 miles of hiking trails. Activities available including hiking, bicycling, picnicking, scenic drives, swimming, and fishing. There are also many camping sites available in various areas in the park.
Parks, Gardens & Zoos
Christus Gardens 510 River Road, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, 865-436-5155, Opened in 1960, this award-winning garden is one of the leading visitor attractions in Gatlinburg and is home to the world famous Carrara face of Christ marble sculpture. A dramatic and inspirational portrayal of the Life of Christ is portrayed throughout this park that features life size dioramas, three dimensional exhibits of Christ, a monumental Biblical Mural, and rare collections.
Science & Technology
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies 88 River Road, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, 865-430-8808, 888-240-1348, Home to over 8,000 fish, this $50 million salt water aquarium contains 1.3 million gallons of water and features a wide variety of exotic creatures such as giant sharks, sting rays, eels, sea turtles, and octopus. They also feature the longest underwater tunnel in the world.
Tours & Cruises
Ripley's Haunted Adventure 908 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, 865-430-9991, Take a tour of the abandoned Grimsby and Streaper Casket Company and enjoy a very intense, terrifying experience that includes live actors, special effects, and plenty of fright.
Vineyards, Wineries & Breweries
Smoky Mountain Winery 450 Cherry Street, Suite 2, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, Winery Square, 865-436-7551, The oldest producer of premium wines in east Tennessee, this award-winning winery has received hundreds of regional, national, and international awards for their delicious wines. Enjoy a free tour of the winery and learn all aspects of wine making, then taste over 20 wines in the tasting room.
|
