There`s No Place In The World

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There`s No Place In The World
– there's no place in the world
quite like it. Offering exciting adventures at every turn, our mountain
village has a special attraction for everyone . . . and all within easy
walking distance.With so much to do, why not stay awhile and see it
all. There are hundreds of hotels, motels, chalets and restaurants
available. Have the time of your life in Gatlinburg.
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You won’t
believe your eyes when you
experience the exhilarating
state-of-the-art light and
sound show.. 919 Parkway (Light #8).
(865) 436-4415. Map #26
Arcadia – Planet Fun
A 25,000
square foot
Fun Center
for the whole family
with the area's biggest
redemption center.
Prizes, Prizes, Prizes!
115 Historic Nature Trail (Airport
Road). (865) 436-5650. Map #20
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Christ in the Smokies
An inspiring
portrayal of the
life of Christ.
Over 100 life-sized wax figures
and a collection of priceless
coins & gems. 510 River
Road. (865) 436-5155
Map #17
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Circus Golf
In Blacklight
3D - the full
18-hole course
is 1/2 Circus Funhouse and
1/2 Mini-Golf which equals
100% fun! 919 Parkway (Light #8).
(865) 436-4415. Map #26
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Earthquake The Ride
A real live-action ride aboard
an out-of-control subway car,
complete
with sights, sounds,
motion and live
action destruction.
653 Parkway.
(865) 436-9765. Map #10
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Gatlinburg Sky Lift
Hollywood Star Cars Museum
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Featuring the best of
Hollywood
movies,
TV and music superstars. View the world’s
best star car collection up close!
914 Parkway. (865) 430-2200.
Map #24
Chairlift ride in
the center of
town for a spectacular view of Gatlinburg
and the Great Smoky
Mountains. On the
Parkway at Maple
Lane (between traffic
lights #6 and #8).
(865) 436-4307. Map #16
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Jon Dee’s Comedy Hypnosis
18 Show
Gatlinburg Ziplines
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Family friendly
Hypnosis Show plus Magic,
Ventriloquism, Comedy
and More. 115 Historic
Nature Trail (at the
Space Needle). 865-622-3729. Map #20
Soar through the
tree tops for the
adventure of a
lifetime - ziplines, sky bridges and more - fun
for all ages. 322 Historic Nature Trail.
(light #8). (865) 430-9442 Map #21
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Fannie Farkle’s
Play the
Arcade and
Redemption
games. Clean restrooms,
helpful service. Browse
through the wide selection of prizes and taste
the famous Ogle Dog and other fine food.
656 Parkway. (865) 436-4057.
Map #11
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Fort Fun
It’s all new
fun . . . at
Fort Fun!
The area’s hottest
attraction with Laser Maze
Challenge, Laser Tag, Electric
Bumper Cars, 3-D Movie Theater, Gem
Mining and cool Video Arcade. Great Family
Value! Reagan Terrace Mall on the
Parkway. (865) 436-BEAM. Map #14
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Ride Theater
Guinness World of Records MotionSimulation
at
its best, where
Museum
28 you ride the
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Exhibits of astounding
achievements and events from the
famous pages of the Guinness
Book of World Records.
Baskins Square Mall
on the Parkway.
(865) 436-9100.
Map #8
Hillbilly Golf
Ride the
incline rail
car ride to
mountaintop with two
18-hole miniature golf courses
filled with unusual mountaineer hazards.
On the Parkway at traffic light #2.
(865) 436-7470. Map #2
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movies and your wildest
dreams and night-mares
come true. Eleven great
movies to experience, if you dare.
Reagan Terrace Mall on the Parkway.
(865) 430-8985. Map #15
NOC’s Great Outpost
Visit Gatlinburg’s outdoor
adventure
experts!
Book guided whitewater
rafting trips that are fun
for the whole family and
shop outdoor gear and apparel for hiking,
camping, paddling and fishing.
1138 Parkway (Light #10).
(865) 277-8209. Map #25
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Ober Gatlinburg
Year-round
amusement
park and ski
resort with a mountain full
of fun. Take the Tram
from the Parkway or by car via Ski
Mountain Road. (865) 436-5423.
Map #28
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Ober Gatlinburg Aerial
Tramway
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Spectacular views aboard
Gatlinburg’s largest, 120 passenger,
aerial tramway ride to the all seasons
mountaintop recreation and
amusement park.
1001 Parkway near
traffic light #9.
(865) 436-5423. Map #27
Ripley’s Believe It or Not!
One of the world’s
most astonishing
collections of
curiosities and artifacts
from around the globe.
On the Parkway
just before Light #8.
(865) 436-5096.
Map #18
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Old Gatlinburg Golf & Games Ripley’s Davy Crockett
Gatlinburg’s
Mini Golf
largest indoor
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& outdoor
mini golf attraction with
three amazing courses
to challenge your putting
skills. Reagan Terrace
Mall on the Parkway.
(865) 430-GOLF. Map #13
Rafting in the Smokies
Jump into a
raft and hit
the whitewater rapids; Zipline
the treetops on dual
racing lines; Fish the
Big Pigeon River. No experience needed.
Hwy. 321 North. (865) 436-5008.
Map #3
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Ripley’s Aquarium of
the Smokies
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One of the world’s great aquariums.
Features a moving walkway through a crystalclear tunnel along
the floor of a
750,000 gallon tank,
surrounded by 12 foot
sharks, stingrays, and over
10,000 other fish. On the Parkway
at traffic light #5. (865) 430-8808.
Map #6
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Play and
enjoy TWO exciting
interactive miniature
golf courses but, watch
out for the critters!
Free Parking. On
the Parkway at light #1.
(865) 430-8851. Map #1
Ripley’s Haunted
Adventure
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Your worst
nightmares come to life at
the ultimate scare in town.
On the Parkway at traffic
light #8. (865) 436-5096.
Map #23
Ripley’s Marvelous Mirror
Maze & Candy Factory
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A fun and tasty
adventure - a totally new
concept in amusement
design, it provides a
different experience every
time you enter. Plus, relive
your childhood in the
spectacular candy store.
On the Parkway (Light
#6). (865) 430-1834.
Map #7
Ripley’s Moving Theater
Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre
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Real D - 3D
technology puts
you in the
adventure. 2 action
packed films with
dynamic special effects
and surround sound.
904 Parkway.
(865) 436-5096. Map #22
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Ripley’s Penguin
Playhouse
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35th SEASON - 2 hours
of hilariously original musical fun
at Gatlinburg’s Top Evening
Entertainment Attraction. The oldest
professional theater
in the Smokies. TWO
all-new alternating
shows each season.
461 Parkway at
Traffic Light #3.
(865) 436-4039.
Map #5
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State-of-the-Art,
Interactive African Blackfooted Penguin Habitat. View
penguins from above & below
the water. On the Parkway.
(at Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies).
888-240-1358. Map #6
Ripley’s Super Fun Zone
Quality Family Amusement with
the most
popular
video games in the
country. On the
Parkway just
before Light #8.
(865) 436-5096. Map #18
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TreasureAnQuest
Golf
ancient
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jungle temple
is the backdrop to this adventurepacked championship
18-hole indoor miniature
golf course filled with
unusual and spectacular
scenes. 653 Parkway.
(865) 436-3972. Map #9
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Smoky Mountain Outdoors
White Water
Rafting at its
finest. Just
bring a change of clothes
and get ready to get wet!
Hwy. 321 North at
Winery Square.
1-800-771-RAFT.
Map #4
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Space Needle
407 foot
observation
tower plus
Arcadia, a 25,000
square foot Fun Center
for the whole family.
Prizes, Prizes, Prizes! 115 Historic
Nature Trail (Airport Road).
(865) 436-4629. Map #19
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World of Illusions
The world’s largest exhibition
of action-packed Grande
Illusions.
Make a friend
disappear, walk away
from your shadow, see
a superman use x-ray
vision and much,
much more. On the
Parkway Next to Reagan Terrace
Mall. (865) 436-9701. Map #12
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he Cherokee
people called this
the “Place of Blue
Smoke”, for the
lovely bluish mist
from which the mountain
tops rise. Today, millions
of visitors know it as one
of the greatest natural
treasures . . . Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
The park’s 800 square miles are
home to more species of
plants than any other
area on the North
American continent,
as well as over 50
species of mammals,
including frequently
seen black bears. Its mountains
are the highest in the Appalachian range. And, its possibilities for
recreation and inspiration are endless.
You can explore the gorgeous forests, waterfalls
and soaring vistas via more than 900 miles of
hiking trails. You can bike or ride horseback or
even go lazily tubing down a mountain stream.
You can fish for trout. You can picnic or camp
or drive to one of the many historical sites
preserving pioneer structures dating back to the
1840s. After all, you’ll be right in the heart of
everything the Smokies have to offer. You’re in
Gatlinburg, the Heart of the Smokies.
hoose Wild or Mild –
Amazing Whitewater
Rapids on the Upper Pigeon
Pigeon River. Explore the
most action-packed five
miles of rafting for ages 8 and up or
70 lbs. OR a relaxing 2 hour Float
Trip on the Lower Pigeon for small
kids of 3 years old to seniors. You will
be accompanied by certified guides and supplied with the best equipment and
instruction for a safe, fun filled adventure. No experience necessary.
ZIPLINING – Get set for an adrenaline rush! Walk across the 150 foot Swinging
Bridge to our Family Adventure Island. Zip along the 600 foot dual racing lines
high in the treetops. Test your limits on our
high elements ropes/challenge course.
FISHING – Just reel ‘em in . . . and leave the
rest to us. Fish the Big Pigeon River for Small
Mouth Bass and Rainbow Troat. All you need is
a valid Tennessee Fishing License. We supply
the rest – from well-trained guides to poles and
tackle. A 2 or 4 hour excursion is available
Spring, Summer and Fall.
Add adventure to your vacation this year
with the most experienced outfitters in
the area – rafting professionals since 1978.
(865) 436-5008
or 1-800-PRO RAFT
1-800-776-7238
Call for reservations or information.
813 East Parkway
(Hwy 321 North)
The Outpost at the Pigeon River is
only a 35 minute scenic drive from our
Gatlinburg office.
www.raftinginthesmokies.com
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www.attractions-gatlinburg.com
MAP LOCATION – #3
ide the glass elevators over 400 feet
and step out to a breathtaking 360
degree view of the Smokies by day
or Gatlinburg’s lights by night.
Enjoy “Higher Learning”, an educa
educational experience from the Space Needle’s
perspective, including free view finders.
If it’s live entertainment you seek, look
no further. Laugh out loud inside the
Space Needle Theatre at the funniest
show in the Smokies or bring in the New
Year with thousands at
Gatlinburg’s New
Year’s Eve Ball Drop
and Pyrotechnics Show
on December 31st at
the Space Needle.
“Best New Year’s Eve
Show in the South”.
It’s THE place to be.
Your train awaits.
Once strapped into your seat,
hold on for the ride of your life. It’s an
earthquake. As the car moves out of the
station, there’s another train on the track
bearing down on you. Sidewalks buckle.
Ceilings cave-in. The track gives-way and
sinks into the ground.
The quake
intensifies. Sirens
scream and walls
collapse. Just as you
think it’s over, you
are surprised by a flood of water.
It’s truly a high-tech Action
Adventure for all ages.
arthquake is a real live
action ride and you
are in it. Subway train
No. 13 is ready for departure.
Get on board for a heartpounding, catastrophic, live
action ride loaded with
gut-wrenching high-tech
special effects. Experience
sensory overload through
sights, sounds, motion, and
live action destruction.
(865) 436-9765
TM
653 Parkway
(865) 436-4629
In the center of town,
next to the Gift Warehouse.
115 Historic Nature Trail
at Traffic Light #8 across from the Convention Center
MAP LOCATION –#10
www.gatlinburgspaceneedle.com
For a sneak peek, try out our website’s
controllable webcam.
MAP LOCATION – #19
www.attractions-gatlinburg.com
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ave a great time and save money
when you do it all . . . at Fort Fun!
Pump it up at the area’s largest, futuristic Laser Tag Arena!
Play 4 different games in an all-new, futuristic arena featuring sentry pods
and home bases that fire back! Interactive phasers and your lightweight
vest provide cool sound and stun effects throughout your game.
Ride the latest in electric Bumper Cars! Circular cars let you bounce and
bump other players from every direction as you take control.
Put on your 3-D glasses and hold on for the coolest in Special Effects
Movies! Watch Out! as dinosaurs,
sharks, and creepy creatures jump off
the screen at you, while custom
contoured theater seats create wind,
mist, tingles and other sensations.
Break the Vault in the newest
craze - THE VAULT Laser Maze
Challenge. Jump, crawl or slither your
way through brilliant, highly-sensitive
lasers as your family and friends watch
your every move on outside monitors.
WARNING . . . this activity is
Group Sales: 877-430-8680
extremely addictive!
(865) 436-BEAM
716 Parkway
DO IT ALL
Vacation Pass
www.smokymountainfun.com
at Reagan Terrace Mall, adjacent to
Old Gatlinburg Golf & Games
Open 10 am Daily
MAP LOCATION – #14
ravel back 2000 years and
witness an inspiring portrayal of the
life of Christ at Gatlinburg’s finest
family attraction – Christ in the
Smokies Museum and Gardens.
Depicting breathtaking scenes, peopled
with over 100 life-sized wax figures in
realistic settings, underscored by amazing
lighting and special effects, beautiful music
and dramatic narrations.
It’s as if the pages of a giant-sized
biblical picture book were unfolding before your eyes.
The adjoining rotunda houses a
priceless collection of biblical coins
and precious gems – plus a video
presentation of the Old Testament
filmed in the Holy Land.
In the patio garden is a monumental (865)
sculpture of the head of Christ, so
skillfully carved, not only the eyes,
510 River Road
but the entire face seems to follow (One block from the center of town)
your every move.
www.christinthesmokies.com
Our gift shop features inspirational Open Rain or Shine - Lots of FREE Parking
gifts and collectables.
MAP LOCATION – #17
It is your best hour in the Smokies!
436-5155
njoy this playful colony of
Blackfooted penguins
in their new state-of-theart indoor / outdoor habitat.
View penguins from above and
below the water in this
unique and interactive exhibit.
Experience being in the
water with penguins, without
getting wet, as you crawl through
clear underwater tunnels.
Pop up on the penguins’ private
beach and get nose-to-beak.
Reserve a personal penguin
experience to get up-close and hands-on with one of the playful penguins!
A Must-See, all at America’s #1 Aquarium!
here’s always something new or
undiscovered at Ripley’s! Over
500 astonishing and unusual
artifacts collected from the farcorners of the world. All guaranteed
real and mind-boggling. Join us
for your challenge to simply . . .
Believe It or Not!
© Ripley Entertainment Inc.
© Ripley Entertainment Inc.
(888) 240-1358
On the Parkway
(at Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies - Light #5)
Email: aquariumofthesmokies@ripleys.com
www.ripleysaquariumofthesmokies.com
Open Year Round
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MAP LOCATION – #6
(865) 436-5096
On the Parkway (Just before Light #8)
www.ripleysgatlinburg.com
Email: gatlinburg@ripleys.com
Open year round.
MAP LOCATION – #18
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“Recognized as one of the most Innovative and Unusual
Professional Theatre Companies in the Country.”
xperience the thrills! Ride the movies! Cutting edge REAL D
(the new 3D) digital technology - the same 3D magic used in
Avatar and Shrek - make it the most exciting movie there is!
Ride the simulator and experience every bump, dip and
turn! Feel the rush and thrills
of two new action-packed films
with continuous showings
year round.
© Ripley Entertainment Inc.
(865) 436-9763
On the Parkway at Light #8
Located next to Ripley’s Haunted Adventure
www.ripleysgatlinburg.com
Email: gatlinburg@ripleys.com
MAP LOCATION – #22
ollywood has Mel Brooks, but
Gatlinburg has Sweet Fanny
Adams Theatre! Proclaimed a
“National Historical Treasure”,
the theatre has premiered over 50
original musical comedy productions
since opening in 1977.
TWO New Comedy Shows are
presented on alternating nights throughout the season. It’s original shows are
quick-witted sensations, filled with the
broadest of humor and the silliest of
slapstick, all guaranteed to be like
nothing else ever seen. It’s 2 hours
of hilarious fun, lively music,
top-notch performers and lots of
audience participation!
SHOWTIME 8 PM
Monday - Saturday
April - December + New Years Eve
(schedule subject to change)
The Oldest and Most Unusual Theatre
in the Smokies!
(865) 436-4039
461 Parkway (at traffic light #3)
Group Rates & Convenient Parking Available.
www.sweetfannyadams.com
ith the Great Smoky
Mountains as the
backdrop, TWO
beautifully landscaped,
18-hole courses will amaze and
delight you with animated and
interactive displays throughout.
See raccoons, bears, chipmunks,
possums, skunks, and even some heckling crows.
The themed course replicates the "old days" when a Tennessee hero named
Davy Crockett roamed "them thar hills". You will find some of the world's
most original golf holes, complete with steep drops, splits, over and under
ramps, lots of water, and even a hillbilly
outhouse that flushes
when your putt is
right on target.
Hop aboard the Trolley –
the fun and inexpensive
way to see Gatlinburg!
The color coded trolleys
make frequent stops on
regular routes throughout
Gatlinburg, and connect to
Pigeon Forge and Sevierville as well. The map in the center of this guide shows the Gatlinburg routes.
Now take advantage of the new All Day Trolley Pass in Gatlinburg
where, for only $2.00 per day, you receive unlimited rides on the five most
popular Gatlinburg routes (sorry, doesn’t include the Pink or Tan routes).
The All Day Trolley Pass can be purchased at both Gatlinburg Welcome
Centers, Gatlinburg City Hall and at the front desks of numerous Gatlinburg
lodging companies.
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Ripley’s and Ripley’s Davy Crockett Mini Golf are registered
trademarks of Ripley Entertainment Inc.
(865) 430-8851
On the Parkway
at traffic light #1
Park Free at the course or
ride the trolley
Open year round, weather permiting
www.ripleysgatlinburg.com
Email: gatlinburg@ripleys.com
MAP LOCATION – #1
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positive message, a laughing audience, and FUN, FUN, FUN affordable
family entertainment!
The Jon Dee Comedy Hypnosis Show in Gatlinburg is family
friendly entertainment that will have you laughing and enjoying
yourself like never before. 100% audience participation, so each show is
different and unique.
Imagine – volunteers on stage clucking like a chicken every time they hear
a certain song, forgetting their own name or
being convinced they are on T.V. in a 80’s style
dance competition. Best of all, it is your friends
and family on stage, believing it is real.
While the “HYPNOTIZED” segment of
the show is the most popular, there is
also Magic, Ventriloquism, Comedy
and More.
Jon has been a magician and
motivational speaker for over 20
years, entertaining every type of
group imaginable from Maine
to Las Vegas and everywhere
in between.
The Jon Dee Show WILL
make you laugh, it may make you cry,
but it will absolutely make you forget
about all of your problems and have a 115 Historic Nature Trail
on the ground level of the
fantastic time . . . GUARANTEED!
(865) 622-3729
Visit our website or call for tickets
and showtimes.
Space Needle Family Fun Center
www.gatlinburgshow.com
MAP LOCATION – #20
top at our Basecamp for
Adventure first! We’ll
help you plan your
Smokies vacation. Book
guided whitewater trips,
hiking and fly fishing excursions.
We’re confident that we have a
trip to match every experience
level. Children as young as three
can enjoy the splashy fun of the Pigeon River.
NOC’s Great Outpost, located at the National Park entrance, is
Gatlinburg’s source for outdoor adventure
expertise. Nantahala Outdoor Center’s
experienced staff has been guiding families
through whitewater since 1972.
Our store is an adventure too!
Check out the area’s largest selection of
technical, outdoor gear and apparel for
your traveling, hiking, camping, paddling or
fishing activities. Shop National Park
souvenirs and vacation essentials. Rent bikes
for the family. Scale our 25-foot indoor
climbing wall and cross the swinging
rope bridge!
NOC’s Great Outpost offers
1138 Parkway
(at Light #10)
Free Parking and is a stop on the
www.nocsgreatoutpost.com
trolley line. Come by today and find
everything you need to enjoy the
Open 7 Days a Week
Great Smoky Mountains!
MAP LOCATION – #25
(865) 277-8209
November 22 - 26
Gatlinburg’s Festival of Trees –
Dozens upon dozens of ornately
decorated Christmas trees and
frequent entertainment await visitors
October 6 - 23
in this winter wonderland at W.L.
Gatlinburg Craftsmen’s Fair – Art,
Mills Conference Center. Event
crafts and music lovers will find over
benefits Smoky Mountain Area
200 booths featuring some of the
nation's finest work. Artisans and crafts Rescue Ministries.
people are on hand to demonstrate their
November 22 - December 4
skill, answer questions and offer their
Great Smoky Arts & Crafts
unique art for sale. Live Country and
Bluegrass entertainment. Open 10 a.m. Community Holiday Show – Unique
handcrafted gifts made by members
to 7 p.m. daily, Sunday until 5 p.m. at
of Great Smoky Arts & Crafts
Gatlinburg Convention Center.
Community are offered as they host
their annual show at the Gatlinburg
November 9
Convention Center.
Gatlinburg Winter Magic™ Kickoff
and Chili Cookoff – The City of
Gatlinburg kicks off Gatlinburg Winter November 25 - December 17
Winter Magic Tunes & Tales™ –
Magic tm from 5 to
Through the holiday season, visitors
8 p.m. on the
can meet characters and storytellers
Downtown Parkway
and enjoy caroling along the Parkway
by turning on over
Friday and Saturday evenings during
three million lights.
this 4th annual event!
Enjoy live entertainment, sample chili
November 25 & 26
recipes from local
The Nutcracker “Sweet” – Presented
restaurants and
by the Smoky Mountain Dance
businesses and vote for your favorite.
Theater Company, enjoy this holiday
classic, with performances nightly at
November 9 - February 29
7 p.m. in Mills Auditorium.
Gatlinburg Winter Magic™ – The
City of Gatlinburg magically lights up
the winter nights with dozens of
spectacular light displays and millions
of LED bulbs.
tournament in the Smokies.
All Gatlinburg and state fishing
regulations will be observed.
2011
Nightly through August 13
Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales™ –
All summer long visitors can meet
characters, hear mountain music and
learn about life in the Smoky
Mountains on the streets of Gatlinburg.
Storytellers, musicians and cloggers
perform at different locations along the
Parkway every evening during this sixth
annual event! Designated a Top 20
event by Southeast Tourism Society.
Saturdays through October 15
Gatlinburg Farmer’s Market –
Offering local choices for healthy
mountain living, the Farmers Market is
open each Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to
11:30 a.m. in the Alamo Steakhouse
parking lot at 705 East Parkway.
Comprised of local producers, the
emphasis is on fresh produce and homemade products offered in an atmosphere
of community.
July 30
Great Gatlinburg Shark Race –
Festivities start at Ripley’s Aquarium
of the Smokies Plaza with live entertainment, food & fun and opportunity
to win fantastic grand prizes. Rubber
sharks are released into the Little
Pigeon River at the Christ in the
Smokies Museum and Gardens bridge
to race downstream, first one to cross
the finish line wins! Proceeds benefit
United Way of Sevier County.
August 27
Vintage Views Film Premiere –
Featuring classic film clips of
Gatlinburg and the Smokies gleaned
from family home movie collections,
this nostalgic film produced by City
Videographer Kevin Tierney debuts
at Mills Auditorium. A reception
featuring local artists and authors is
part of the festivities.
September 15 - October 31
Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival –
A countywide celebration
of harvest season in
Gatlinburg features
festivals, special
events and
autumn-themed
displays.
September 15
14th Annual Taste of
Autumn – Sample signature dishes
from the area’s finest restaurants.
Enjoy live entertainment, live auction
with a cash bar. Proceeds benefit
United Way of Sevier County. Doors
of the Gatlinburg Convention Center
open at 5 p.m.
September 24 & 25
Smoky
Mountain Trout Tournament –
July 15 - 24
The 12th Annual Fall Smoky
Gatlinburg Craftsmen’s Fair – Art,
Mountain Trout
crafts and music lovers will discover
over 200 booths featuring some of the Tournament is open to
nation's finest work. Artisans and crafts adults or children –
and equally chalpeople are on hand to demonstrate
their skills, answer questions and offer lenging for both
their unique art for sale. Live Country visitors and locals,
with multiple
& Bluegrass entertainment. Open 10
a.m. to 7 p.m. daily, Sunday 10 a.m. to categories to be
5 p.m. Gatlinburg Convention Center. contested in this
largest trout
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November 9 through January
Gatlinburg Winter Magic™ Trolley
Ride of Lights – Enjoy a guided trolley
tour of spectacular Gatlinburg Winter
Magic™ lighting displays. Departure is
from the Ripley’s Aquarium Trolley
Station. Group reservations are available. Trolley leaves at 6:30, 7:30 and
8:30. Nightly except Dec. 2, 24, 25, 31;
Saturdays only in January.
December 2
Gatlinburg’s 36th Annual Fantasy
of Lights Christmas Parade – This
popular Christmas parade in downtown Gatlinburg is recognized as one
of the very best by the International
Festival and Events Association.
November 11
Parade features lighted floats,
Veterans Day Celebration – Join the
City of Gatlinburg in saluting the men marching bands, equestrian units and
helium balloons. Parade begins at
and women of America who have
7:30 p.m. at Traffic Light #1A and
served in our Armed Forces in this
special ceremony on Ripley’s Aquarium continues through downtown
to Light #10.
Plaza. This ninth annual program
begins at 11 a.m. and includes stirring
musical tributes, ceremonial words and December TBA
recognition of Veterans in attendance. Christmas on Ice – Enjoy the spirit
of the season as local skaters display
This event is designated an official
their talents on ice to the sounds of
Regional Site for the Observance of
holiday music in a two-day perforVeterans Day by the Veterans Day
National Committee, U.S. Department mance at Ober Gatlinburg’s ice arena.
of Veterans Affairs.
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April TBA
Gatlinburg Gateway Triathlon –
The fifth annual triathlon, which is
headquartered at the Community
Center and starts at 8:15 a.m.
Awards will be given in multiple
age categories (men’s and women’s
division), plus a mixed team relay
event. Pre-registration is required.
December 31
New Year’s Eve Fireworks Show &
Ball Drop – For the 24th straight year,
the Space Needle area at traffic light #8
comes alive at the stroke of midnight
with a fabulous fireworks show, free
party favors and live entertainment.
“Best New Year’s Eve Show in the
South”. Historic Nature Trail at
the Parkway.
2012
January 2 - February 25
Night Magic Skiing – Purchase a Lift
Ticket Monday through Friday (nonholidays) from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at
Ober Gatlinburg.
January 29 & 30
Tennessee Winter Special Olympics –
Winter sports competitions including
ice skating, snowboarding and snow
skiing at Ober Gatlinburg.
March 16 - June 3
Smoky Mountain Springfest – A
countywide celebration of the season
featuring special events, local craft
shows and much more.
March TBA
Gatlinburg Screenfest – The fourth
annual Independent Film Festival at the
River Terrace Resort focuses on promoting artists and filmmakers as well as
bringing their craft to an audience of
local residents and tourists in East
Tennessee at the River Terrace Resort.
April 7 & 8
Smoky Mountain Trout Tournament –
The 12th Annual Spring Smoky
Mountain Trout Tournament is open
to adults or children – and equally
challenging for both visitors and locals,
with multiple categories to be contested
in this largest trout tournament in the
Smokies. All Gatlinburg and state
fishing regulations will be observed.
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April 20 & 21
Mountain Man Memorial March –
This 4th annual 26.2-mile march
starts in downtown Gatlinburg at 9
a.m. as a challenging tribute to our
men and women in uniform. The
course includes highway and rural
road stretches, rugged terrain and
mountain slopes. The event honors
1LT Frank Walkup, a University of
Tennessee alumnus who in 2007
was killed in the line of duty in Iraq.
Pre-registration is required, with
Military Heavy, Military Light and
Civilian entry categories.
April TBA
Food Ministry Fiesta – Ripley’s
Aquarium of the Smokies hosts this
2nd fundraiser benefiting Sevier
County Food Ministries at 5:30 p.m.
Entertainment and refreshments.
April 4 - 7
Great Smoky Easter Arts & Crafts
Show – Unique handcrafted gifts
and products produced
by members of Great
Smoky Arts &
Crafts Community
are placed on
display and
offered for sale as
they host their
annual show at
the Gatlinburg
Convention Center. Demonstrations are part of the show.
April 8
Easter Sunrise Service at Ober
Gatlinburg – Early morning Easter
Service at Ober Gatlinburg includes
complimentary tram service to the
top of the resort.
April 24 - 28
62nd Annual Spring Wildflower
Pilgrimage – Celebrate and enjoy
the beauty of Great Smoky
Mountains National Park with
over 150 different programs,
including hiking tours, motorcades,
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demonstrations and classroom lectures
centered on the flowers, plants and
wildlife in the great outdoors.
April 26
Ribfest, Wings & BBQ – Enjoy a
sampling of the area’s delectable ribs
and wings and free live entertainment
during this popular 11th annual event.
One admission price allows sampling
until the ribs and wings run out as the
downtown transforms into a Street Fair
from 5 to 9 p.m.
July 3
4th of July Midnight Parade –
Saluting the valiant men and women
of our military services, this 37th annual
showcase is the ìFirst July Fourth Parade
in the Nation!î Parade starts at the
stroke of midnight to begin Independence Day. Floats, balloons, and
marching bands pay tribute to our
country during this Southeast Tourism
Society Top 20 Event.
May 5
Gatlinburg’s Cinco de Mayo
Festival – The Gatlinburg community
presents the second major Hispanic
event in the city at Ripley’s Aquarium
of the Smokies Plaza and No Way
Jose’s featuring an educational theme
early in the day showcasing different
types of Latin music, historical dress,
July 4
crafts, activities and an evening of
River Raft Regatta – Visitors can enjoy
celebra-tion highlighting the sights
a fun, unmanned, floatable object race
and sounds of the colorful culture.
for the whole family. Free registration
begins at 10 a.m. at bridge beneath
May 19 - October 13
chair lift. Race begins at noon at Christ
Gatlinburg Farmer’s Market –
of the Smokies bridge and ends at
Offering local choices for healthy
mountain living, the Farmers Market Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies
is open each Saturday from 8:30 a.m. bridge where prizes will be awarded in
several different categories.
to 11:30 a.m. in the Alamo Steakhouse parking lot at 705 East Parkway.
July 4
Comprised of local producers, the
4th of July Fireworks Show – Join the
emphasis is on fresh produce and
celebration in downtown Gatlinburg
homemade products offered in an
to mark our nation’s "Independence
atmosphere of community.
Day" with a magnificent fireworks show.
The City of Gatlinburg lights up the
June 15 - August 11
Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales™ – mountain skyline downtown at 10 p.m.
with this grand display. Designated
All summer long, visitors can meet
characters, hear mountain music and a Top 20 event by Southeast Tourism
Society.
learn about life long ago in the
Smokies on the streets of Gatlinburg.
*Special Note: As this calendar is
Storytellers, musicians and cloggers
perform along the Parkway every
produced up to a year in advance, dates and
evening during this seventh annual
locations are subject to change. For full
event! Designated a Top 20 event by details on any Gatlinburg event, please call
Southeast Tourism Society.
800-568-4748, 865-436-4178
or visit the Special Events website at
www.eventsgatlinburg.com
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his full 18-hole course is 1/2
Circus Funhouse and 1/2
Mini-Golf which equals
100% fun! Inside this action
packed indoor circus adventure
you’ll be amazed by interactive
features, computer animations,
animatronic characters and custom
sound effects. Make sure to hit a
hole-in-one on the 18th hole
for a special celebration song
the whole family will love!
(865) 436-4415
ake your friends
DISAPPEAR
and re-appear at
your command! Stop a
tornado with the wave of
your hand! See Merlin the
Wizard levitate right before
your eyes! Join Ali Baba’s
Genie who is trapped inside
a glass bottle!
919 Parkway (Light #8)
Open year round.
MAP LOCATION – #26
Entertainment is abundant during
summer and winter evenings on the
Parkway in Gatlinburg. A dulcimer
player gracefully strums an upbeat
mountain melody; a clogging group
demonstrates the original dance of
the Appalachians. A bluegrass
band draws a crowd at the Village;
a boisterous angler delights passers-by with hilarious tall-tales as he demonstrates fly fishing. And holiday carols fill the crisp air.
These are just a few of the mini-performances you can experience every
evening from mid-June through mid-August and weekends from Thanksgiving
until just before Christmas as you stroll in downtown Gatlinburg.
Tunes & Tales features costumed
musical performers, storytellers
and artisans portraying
various time periods from
the 1800s to today.
Nightly acts perform in
10 minute portrayals
throughout the evening
along the Downtown
Parkway.
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You’ll be amazed with
the endless collection
of grand illusions,
mystifying magic
and interactive
exhibits.
(865) 436-9701
On the Parkway
Next to Reagan Terrace Mall
in the heart of
Gatlinburg’s Shopping District.
Open Every Day.
MAP LOCATION – #12
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our wildest dreams (or nightmares) are about to come true.
Travel to a far-away planet,
ride the largest rollercoaster,
smash a few cars or race outof-control in the Arctic. It's
the wildest ride you'll ever have in
a motion simulator. Experience
drops, twists, g-forces, and wacky
turns in this futuristic space
Group Sales: 877-430-8680
capsule motion ride theater.
716 Parkway
Open 10 am Daily.
at Reagan Terrace Mall, adjacent to
(865) 430-8985
MAP LOCATION – #15
Fort Fun.
ld Gatlinburg Golf
and Games, Gatlinburg’s
largest miniature golf
attraction, offers 2 choices
of award-winning, outdoor
golf courses and an amazing
glow-in-the-dark Black Light Golf
indoor course.
Out of the darkness, dolphins,
octopus, sharks, mermaids, and a
sunken pirate ship radiate fantastic
colors as you putt your way through this “Under Seas” adventure with day-glow putters
and flourescent balls. It’s THE latest craze in mini golf. And Now in 3D!
And, of course, you’ll still find two award-winning, storytelling, 18 hole outdoor
courses, located on a beautifully landscaped hillside in the center of Gatlinburg,
offering the most challenging and tricky mini golf course
holes anywhere.
Offering
UNLIMITED
Golf Packages
www.smokymountainfun.com
(865) 430-GOLF
Make plans now to book your next association or corporate convention in the
Gatlinburg Convention Center, a full-service facility! The adjacent new
W.L. Mills Conference Center features a mountain lodge exterior and interior with a
combined total of 148,000 square feet of meeting space and the Tennessee Ballroom
that seats approximately 1,200 for banquets. Ideal for the business traveler, as
well as safe for family and friends, make Gatlinburg your meeting destination
by calling 800-343-1475 today! See all Gatlinburg has to offer at:
www.gatlinburg-tn.com
Group Sales: 877-430-8680
716 Parkway
at Reagan Terrace Mall, adjacent to
Fort Fun
Open 10 am Daily
MAP LOCATION – #13
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he Pigeon River, located in the heart of the beautiful Smoky Mountains,
provides 12 miles of breathtaking scenery and heart-stopping thrills! You can
be assured of an exciting adventure! All trips include an experienced guide to
keep your adventure safe and enjoyable. Just bring a change of clothes
and get ready to get wet!
The 6.5 mile Upper Section is an exciting 2 hour trip down class 3 and 4 rapids.
Our certified Guides will navigate your boat the entire trip. Big waves, big drops
and plenty of surfing for inexperienced and
experienced paddlers alike. (Must be at least
8 years old or 70 lbs.)
The 5.5 mile Scenic Lower Section is a
much calmer guided trip where you can take
in the beauty of the mountains and is perfect
for the little kids. You will run about 50 class
1 and 2 rapids with one class 3 at the end.
(Must be at least 3 years old and accompanied
by an adult.)
Funyaks, the latest boats offered on
the Pigeon River, are designed to be super
stable. Perfect for fun-lovers of all ages skilled, novice or non-boaters – ideal for
mom, dad and the kids. You’re taught
different ways to play in the rapids and
all trips are expertly guided as you drive
your own boat. Give it a try!
Don’t Worry Mom!
We’re Gonna Take Good Care
of You and The Kids!™
Soar through the treetops on
an aerial adventure of a lifetime over
overlooking the Smoky Mountains National
Park and Downtown Gatlinburg at our
all new Zipline Treetop Aerial
Adventure. Trained, certified guides
will be with you every step of the way as
you fly through exciting treetop ziplines, platforms, skybridges, trapeze
swings and more. Young and Old – No Experience Necessary.
Park Free at our Check-in Center at 322 Historic Nature Trail (traffic
light #8), one block from the Convention Center. You’ll be trained and
harnessed by our expert guides, then board the army truck or
zipline bus to our Zipline Treetop Aerial
Adventure. You’ll be up in the
trees with the birds, overlooking
deer, squirrels, bears and
wildlife galore.
1-800-771-RAFT
Hwy. 321 North
at Winery Square
453 Brookside Village Way
Stop in for a detailed
map to the river “put-in”
Reservations Recommended
www.smokymountainrafting.com
MAP LOCATION – #4
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atch family and friends zip
live on the Ziplines’ web
webcam at zipgatlinburg.com
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After your hour and a half
adventure, you’ll be back to the
Check-in Center viewing your
pictures and videos of your
exciting treetop canopy tour.
Walk-ins are welcome but
space is limited. Book online
to assure your space or call
for reservations today!
MAP LOCATION – #21
(865) 430-9442
Toll free: 877-430-9442
322 Historic Nature Trail
at traffic light #8
1 block from Convention Center
Email: bookit@zipgatlinburg.com
www.zipgatlinburg.com
9 am - 10 pm
OVER 40 VEHICLES FROM YOUR FAVORITE
SHOWS & MOVIES
elow the Gatlinburg
Space Needle you will
enjoy Arcadia-Planet
Fun, a bi-level, 25,000
square foot Fun Center with a
variety of the latest amusements for the entire family. With over 145
video and ticket games, you will want to spend the day in this super-sized
arcade – the area’s biggest redemption center.
For hours of entertainment there's Extreme Lazer Tag, Jon Dee’s
Hypnotized Comedy Show, Hurricane Simulator, Souvenir Gift Store,
Old Tyme Photos, Flying Saucer Pizza Bistro, and much more.
New for 2011 – Plan your birthday party or corporate event here in
our party room.
Save your tickets for bigger prizes. They never expire!
TM
(865) 436-5650
n the center of Gatlinburg, the
Hollywood Star Cars Museum is
home to 40 authentic vehicles
featuring the best of Hollywood
movie, TV and real life music superstar
cars displayed in scenes you will always
remember. A tour through Star Cars
Museum is a trip through some of the
most famous movies and TV shows
of the last 50 years.
Many of the cars are the creations
of George Barris, who has created more
famous Hollywood movie & TV cars
than anyone. On display are some of
his finest creations, such as The Ghostbusters Ecto-1, The Munsters Drag-u-la,
The Beverly Hillbillies Jalopy and new
for 2011, TV’s most popular car, the
1966 Batmobile. Our exhibits range
from such blockbuster hit movies as
Batman Returns, Gone in 60 Seconds,
Charlie’s Angels, The Fast and the
Furious and 2011’s first Blockbuster
movie Fast Five. The collection is also
home to presonal vehicles owned by
entertainment icons Elvis Presley,
the Beach Boys, Bob Hope
and Dolly Parton.
(865) 430-2200
914 Parkway
Located next to the Convention Center
near traffic light #8 .
Open 7 days a week from 9 am – 10 pm.
An average tour takes about an hour.
www.starcarstn.com
MAP LOCATION – #24
115 Historic Nature Trail
at Traffic Light #8
across from the Convention Center
www.gatlinburgarcade.com
MAP LOCATION – #20
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he Gatlinburg Sky Lift is
the best way to view
Gatlinburg and the Smoky
Mountains. On a clear
day, you see almost
forever. The Sky Lift
gently glides over the Little Pigeon
River and then climbs to the
overlook at an elevation of 1,800
feet. The vantage point is
unparalleled. It’s Gatlinburg’s
#1 scenic over-look.
Enjoy our Gift Shop, Picnic
Area, and Snack Shop on the top.
We will take your picture as you
ride up with the Smoky Mountains
in the background and you can
purchase it at the Gift Shop.
The Best Seat
in Gatlinburg!
The Gatlinburg Sky Lift has been a
tradition for over half a century.
Millions of visitors have boarded the
Sky Lift at the convenient downtown
station for views of the mountains’
seasonal splendor. Daytime brings
into focus all the sights and colors.
Evening presents a city of glittering
lights and silhouetted peaks.
Bring your camera or camcorder.
It’s a ride you’ll long remember;
a view you’ll never forget.
MAP LOCATION – #16
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(865) 436-4307
On the Parkway at Maple Lane
(between traffic lights #6 and #8)
Fax: (865) 436-4397
Email: info@gatlinburgskylift.com
www.gatlinburgskylift.com
April - May: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
June - August: 9 a.m. - 11 p.m.
September - October: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
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ome experience Great Food and
Merriment! Experience a uniquely
original concept in food and entertainment at Fannie Farkle’s Family
Fun Parlor! It’s THE fun place to
visit in Gatlinburg. Famous since 1981,
their homemade Ogle Dogs are the ultimate
footlong corn dog. Watch them made
while you wait for yours! They also serve
Hawaiian Shaved Ice and their Famous
Sausage Subs. Your taste buds will water
every time you pass by!
The Amusement Center is full of
games for the whole family – old favorites like Skee Ball and Wheel Deal
plus the latest high-tech, non-violent
Video and Driving Games for all
ages. Select your prizes at the
Redemption Counter which has the
most varied assortment you’ve ever
seen. Not enough points yet? Don’t
Worry. Your points NEVER expire at
Fannie Farkle’s Family Fun Parlor!
Come for the Food!
Stay for the Fun!
(865) 436-4057
656 Parkway
(Located between traffic lights #6 & #8)
Open 365 days a year
8 am until late in the evening
www.fanniefarkles.net
MAP LOCATION – #11
f it's hi-tech family amusements
you're seeking, Ripley's Super
Fun Zone has it right in the
heart of the Great Smoky
Mountains. You'll find a wide
selection of prize games and some
of the hottest video games in the
area. Plus, relive your childhood
in the Candy Factory, a colorful
and spectacular candy store
with a wide variety of treats for
everyone’s sweet tooth.
Ripley’s Super Fun
Zone is quality, family-oriented
entertainment you have come to
expect at Ripley’s.
OPEN
365 DAYS
xperience the Amazing Aquatic World Up-Close at Ripley’s Aquarium
of the Smokies! Marvel at 12-foot sharks, the giant sea turtle, thousands
of exotic sea creatures and playful penguins swimming as you enjoy the
State-of-the-Art Clear Underwater Tunnels throughout! An Ultimate
Underwater Experience without being wet!
Explore the lush and unique worlds of the Tropical Rainforest and Ocean
Realm, Nature’s Kaleidoscope in Coral Reef, the Best Shark Exhibit in the
Most Spectacular Underwater Tunnel in Shark Lagoon, have fun in a kid’s
paradise in the Discovery Center, see the deadly but beautiful in Gallery of
the Seas. Enjoy entertaining dive and feeding shows in Coral Reef, Stingray
Bay and Penguin Playhouse. Pet horseshoe crabs and stingrays in the
Discovery Center and Touch-ARay Bay. Enjoy playful penguins
swimming, pop up on the penguins’
private beach and get nose-to-beak in
Penguin Playhouse. Fun-Filled
family experience and MUCH MORE!
© Ripley Entertainment Inc.
(865) 436-5096
On the Parkway
(Just before Light #8)
next to Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Museum
© Ripley Entertainment Inc.
www.ripleysgatlinburg.com
Email: gatlinburg@ripleys.com
(888) 240-1358
MAP LOCATION – #18
at Traffic Light #5.
www.ripleysaquariumofthesmokies.com
On the Parkway
email: aquariumofthesmokies@ripleys.com
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MAP LOCATION – #6
If You Dare!
n 1999, Ripley’s acquired property once known as the Grimsby & Streaper
Casket Company. Although advised by locals that unnatural things went
on inside, Ripley’s began conducting tours of the former casket factory until
decisions were made on how to better utilize this valuable location.
Now is your chance to visit the factory closed permanently in 1926
due to the strange disappearance of both company owners. Please be advised that
you are entering at your
own risk and that
Ripley’s
assumes no
responsibility
for your
return!
he Marvelous Mirror Maze is not
your granddaddy’s house of mirrors.
A totally new concept in amusement
design, it provides a different experience
every time you enter. With sound
and lighting effects to enhance the experience,
the maze features 2,000 square feet of mirrored
paths, surprising corners, dead ends and
continuous circles. Take your time as you
explore the endless hallways and hundreds of
mirrors as you journey through the adventure.
It's great family fun for children, teens and
adults alike.
Relive your childhood in The
Candy Factory, a spectacular and
colorful candy store with a
splendiferous variety of candies
of all kind – from old time favorites
to new classics, all set in a fantasy
candy factory atmosphere.
With so many choices, it’s
never the same experience twice.
© Ripley Entertainment Inc.
© Ripley Entertainment Inc.
(865)
430-9991
On the Parkway (Light #8)
www.ripleysgatlinburg.com
Email: gatlinburg@ripleys.com
(865) 430-1834
On the Parkway (Light #6)
next to Guinness World Records
www.ripleys-gatlinburg.com
Email: gatlinburg@ripleys.com
Open Year Round.
Open year round.
MAP LOCATION – #23
MAP LOCATION – #7
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he Guinness World
of Records Museum
features hundreds of
astounding exhibits
from the famous
Guinness Book of World
Records and the Guinness
Prime-time TV Show.
There’s an incredible
line-up of feats, facts and
records in an amazing display of unparalleled fun.
Dramatic recreations come to life at the all new and
expanded edition of Guinness World of Records. Go deep
into a cave to see natural wonders, board the Ark with
Noah and the animals, come to the circus to meet
unusual people.
Witness breathtaking wonders of nature.
See authentic memorabilia from celebrity recordholders like the famous Elvis “Hound
Dog” boat. Compare your height to
the tallest man or weigh yourself
against the world's fattest man.
See the most expensive car.
All are designed to amaze,
astound, delight and enlighten.
Everything
you see has
really happened.
ber Gatlinburg is your destination
for fun in the Smokies. From Downtown Gatlinburg, the 120 passenger
Aerial Tramway transports you to
the mountain resort where you’ll
find a full day’s excitement with
indoor ice skating, 3 water raft rides, kiddie
rides, Carousel, Wildlife Encounter with bears,
otters and other native animals. And, of
course, there’s the best snow skiing around.
Unsurpassed vistas surround you on
all sides as the tram takes you high atop
Mt. Harrison to an elevation of 2700 feet.
The 120 passenger tram departs every 20
minutes reaching a top speed of 23 mph
traveling a distance of 2.1 miles. The trip
from the downtown station to the mountain
top takes about 10 minutes. It’s a trip you
won’t want to miss.
(865) 436-9100
On the Parkway
at Baskins Square Mall in the Center
of Gatlinburg's Shopping District
Open daily, 9 am - 11 pm
www.ripleys.com
MAP LOCATION – #8
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www.attractions-gatlinburg.com
(865) 436-5423
1001 Parkway
near Traffic light #9
www.obergatlinburg.com
MAP LOCATION – #27
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fter a strenuous day
in the Smokies or
on the streets of
Gatlinburg, head
for the hills for a relaxing
time at Hillbilly Golf.
It’s the world’s most
unusual miniature
golf course.
Ride the Incline 300 feet straight
up to the mountain top above the city.
Two challenging 18-hole courses await you. Both are riddled with
mountaineer hazards — from outhouses to stills, rocky walls and lush
native plants.
It’s great fun and
excitement for the
whole family.
A truly unique
adventure you
aren’t likely
to forget.
(865) 436-7470
On the Parkway
There’s always
something new at
Ober Gatlinburg.
exhilaration of tubing down a
snow covered lane in the 400
foot long Tubing Park.
Take the Aerial Tram from
Downtown Gatlinburg to a
mountain of fun!
ber Gatlinburg is a year-round
amusement park and ski resort
with something exciting for
everyone. Experience the thrill of
a lifetime as you ride down the
1800 foot twin track Alpine Slide or relax
as the Chairlift takes you to awe-inspiring
views and spectacular photo opportunities
of the Smoky Mountains.
Ice skate in any season at the massive
climate-controlled indoor arena. Other
activities include: Outdoor Maze, Water
Raft Rides, Carousel, Kiddie Land,
Restaurant / Lounge and much more!
The Wildlife Encounter includes
river otters, birds of prey, a Nocturnal
House with native wildlife, and the
Black Bear Habitat, which offers a
close-up view of one of the Smokies'
most revered animals!
In the winter, ski and
snowboard on nine fabulous
trails designed for beginners to
experts or experience the
(865) 436-5423
near Traffic Light #2
www.obergatlinburg.com
Group Rates and Parking
are available.
Tram station on the Parkway near
Traffic Light #9
Ober Gatlinburg reached by Aerial Tram
or via Ski Mountain Road
at Traffic Light #10
MAP LOCATION – #2
MAP LOCATION – #28
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on’t miss a trip through the
Amazing Mirror Maze, the
hottest attraction on the
Parkway! You won’t believe your
eyes when you experience the
exhilarating state-of-the-art light
and sound show. It’s fun for all
ages and you’ll want to do it
again and again!
(865) 436-4415
919 Parkway (Light #8)
Open year round.
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As challenging as it is
beautiful, Gatlinburg's Golf
Course features one of the
most dramatic golf holes in
America known as "Sky
Hi." With a vertical drop
of 200 feet from tee to
green, golfers say the
12th Hole and the scenic beauty of the course
is the reason they keep coming back year after
year! The 18-hole professional course is
located 6 miles from downtown Gatlinburg
on Dollywood Lane in Pigeon Forge.
Call (865) 453-3912 for tee times or book
online at www.golf.gatlinburg-tn.com.
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The Gatlinburg Welcome Center,
located on Highway 441 just north of
town, is also home to a unique store that features only
products that are Made in Gatlinburg. Represented by
over sixty businesses, you can select that perfect Gatlinburg
souvenir to take home, or use the store as an introduction
to the shops that you’ll want to learn more about!
Open daily except Christmas day.
fter you get settled into your home-away-from-home in
the Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge/Sevierville area, check
out cable channel 69 and find out what to do next!
From shopping and dining options to attractions and special
events, Gatlinburg’s exclusive Visitor Information Channel
is fast-paced and full of information 24/7.
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Visit the historic Great Smoky Arts & Crafts
Community, which has been
designated a historic pathway on
the Tennessee Arts & Crafts Trail
by the governor of Tennessee. It is
the largest group of independent
artisans in North America. Since its
inception in 1937, the Great Smoky
Arts & Crafts Community has grown
to encompass more than 120 studios,
galleries and shops, as well as
restaurants, cafes and a tearoom, in
its eight-mile loop, located three
miles east of downtown Gatlinburg
along East Parkway (Hwy 321 North).
Visit their website: www.gatlinburgcrafts.com
ust the thing to put you in the winter spirit. Winterfest! – the
magical celebration of lights and special events kicks-off the
Winter season from mid-November through February. Gatlinburg
Winter Magic™ is the magical highlight of the entire Winterfest
season. The city transforms into a Winter Wonderland of 3 million LED
animated twinkling lights as far as the eye can see. And, on December 2nd,
it’s the 36th Annual Gatlinburg Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade, where
hundreds of thousands of lights roll down the Parkway in the South’s only
night-time Christmas parade.
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reasure Quest Golf is a championship 18-hole indoor miniature
golf course filled with unusual
and spectacular scenes. It’s exciting,
challenging and fun for all ages.
An ancient jungle temple is the
backdrop to this adventurepacked game of skill.
You may enjoy it all year
round, rain or shine, in
the center of downtown
Gatlinburg.
Take proper aim, for you
know not what may lie ahead
in your Treasure Quest
Golfing Adventure.
653 Parkway
(865) 436-3972
In the center of town next to
Earthquake, The Ride.
MAP LOCATION – #9
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