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Pigeon Forge
Pigeon Forge is a true mecca for family entertainment located at the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. The heart of the city is Dollywood, the theme park co-owned by Dolly Parton, famous for its thrilling roller coasters, traditional crafts, and world-class live music. Along 'The Parkway,' the city's main thoroughfare, visitors find attractions like the Titanic Museum Attraction, housed in a half-scale replica of the ship, and the Alcatraz East Crime Museum. The city is particularly famous for its elaborate dinner shows, ranging from medieval jousting to comedy acts, providing fun for all ages. The Island in Pigeon Forge features a massive Ferris wheel and dancing fountains for relaxed evenings. For nature lovers, the town serves as a handy base for exploring the nearby national park. Pigeon Forge is easily accessible by car and features a convenient trolley system to help visitors get around. The best times to visit are summer for the theme parks or the holiday season when the city is illuminated by millions of lights for 'Winterfest.' It has a unique blend of commercial fun and Southern hospitality.
- Location: United States
- Top sights: Chasing Rainbows Museum · Dollywood Theme Park · Celebrity Theater
- Nearby: Gatlinburg (5 km)
- Population: ~6.171 (2017)
Geography
Facts
- Home to Dollywood, Tennessee's most visited ticketed attraction.
- Features the world's largest museum building shaped like the Titanic.
- Famous for elaborate dinner theaters like 'Dolly Parton's Stampede'.
- The Island in Pigeon Forge features a 200-foot-tall observation wheel.
- Named after an iron forge built on the Little Pigeon River in 1820.
- A major hub for car shows and rod runs throughout the year.
- Offers more than 10.000 lodging units, including mountain cabins.
- The annual Winterfest features over 5 million holiday lights.
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Sights in the town Pigeon Forge (17)
Smoky Mountain Alpine Coaster🎡 recreation
An alpine coaster on the mountainside, with twists and drops through the forest.
Cooter's Place🏛 museum
A museum in Pigeon Forge dedicated to the TV show 'The Dukes of Hazzard'.
WildSide🎡 recreation
An outdoor adventure park with zip lines and climbing walls.
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