7-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge in August 2023

  1. Day 1: Dollywood Theme Park
    15 minutes (6 miles) from Gatlinburg

    Enjoy thrilling rides and live entertainment at the popular Dollywood Theme Park.

  2. Day 2: Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    20 minutes (9 miles) from Gatlinburg

    Explore nature and hike the scenic trails at one of America's most visited national parks.

  3. Day 3: Titanic Museum Attraction
    10 minutes (4 miles) from Pigeon Forge

    Experience the story of the Titanic and its passengers with interactive exhibits and artifacts.

  4. Day 4: WonderWorks
    5 minutes (1.5 miles) from Titanic Museum Attraction

    Learn about science and have fun with hands-on exhibits and indoor activities.

  5. Day 5: Gatlinburg SkyBridge
    15 minutes (6 miles) from WonderWorks

    Walk across the longest pedestrian suspension bridge in North America and enjoy panoramic views of the Smoky Mountains.

  6. Day 6: Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
    10 minutes (3 miles) from Gatlinburg SkyBridge

    Discover marine life and enjoy hands-on experiences at one of the top-rated aquariums in the country.

  7. Day 7: The Island in Pigeon Forge
    5 minutes (1.5 miles) from Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

    Shop, dine, and play at this entertainment complex with attractions such as a ferris wheel, arcade, and live music.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Dollywood Theme Park (6-8 hours, $80 per adult)
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park (4-6 hours, free)
  • Titanic Museum Attraction (2-3 hours, $30 per adult)
  • WonderWorks (3-4 hours, $30 per adult)
  • Gatlinburg SkyBridge (1-2 hours, $20 per adult)
  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies (2-3 hours, $35 per adult)
  • The Island in Pigeon Forge (3-4 hours, costs vary by activity)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $225 per adult
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