Review of Sir Goony's…read more Today was my first time visiting Sir Goony's. We've driven past it before, but never really knew what it was until we were invited to a little girl's birthday party there. At first, everything seemed fine. However, after speaking with the parent who rented the water park area, I learned they had reserved the space from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. While the kids were playing and enjoying the water slides and bounce houses, random families began entering the area and using the space. This felt extremely disrespectful, considering the family had paid to rent that area. Not only did they have to share the space they reserved, but it also created a significant safety concern--when strangers are mingling in a private party area, it becomes much harder to keep track of children and ensure everyone is safe. On top of that, the family had to provide most of the party essentials themselves. Sir Goony's brought out sodas but never came back to refill them or check that every child got pizza. I'm not sure I would recommend renting this venue for a private birthday party based on this experience. However, if you're just looking for a place to take the kids on a weekend outing, it seems like a fun option. There are water bounce houses to cool off, mini golf, and some arcade-style attractions.

What an amazingly fun miniature golf course…read more All of the holes were quite unique and fun. We played the upper course as it looked more entertaining. Can't wait to try the lower course next time we are there.

My family and I visited The Island in Pigeon Forge early on a Monday morning, and it turned out to…read morebe a great time to go. We parked across the street in their free parking area, which had plenty of available spots at that hour. The walk over was less than a mile and very manageable. Although the weather wasn't ideal--light rain and chilly temperatures--it didn't take away from the experience. We started by walking around and taking everything in. There are so many cute shops, unique stores, and plenty of great photo opportunities throughout the area. We did a little shopping, sampled some food, and purchased tickets to ride the Great Smoky Mountain Wheel, which was a highlight. Before heading out, we made one last stop at Ole Smoky Moonshine, which is always a fun experience. Even though the weather didn't fully cooperate, we still had a great time and really enjoyed our visit. The Island has a fun, lively atmosphere and offers something for everyone--we'd definitely go back!

This is a very beautiful shopping place in Pigeon Forge. I really loved the dinosaur figurines…read moreoutside; cool! With that being said, we found it a bit of a tourist trap and pricey, but that was to be expected for the area and kind of place this is. There are tons of alcohol tasting places and food places through out here. We did do a stop and tasting at Ole Smoky Tennessee Moonshine, which was unique enough since I am from the west coast visiting, and fun. I still think if you want more authentic tastings and food, to go to downtown Gatlinburg instead (it's all similar enough though). We also did a wine tasting here and all the wines were so sweet for my palette. I did enjoy the shops and pursuing around this beautiful area. A great spot to get some steps in. Many places also offer free samples of food to (like the candy store) so don't be afraid to go in and try.

Wild Eagle is hands down one of the best rides at Dollywood. From the moment you hit the top of the…read morelift hill and realize there's nothing above or beside you, the view alone is worth it. The drops are smooth but powerful, the inversions are thrilling without being overwhelming, and the ride never lets up once it gets going. It's intense, but not rough, and the whole experience feels polished and epic. If you only ride one coaster at Dollywood, this should be the one.

If you're ready to go upside down 4 times and drop from 13.5 stories, this roller coaster is for…read moreyou! Ride accepts time saver band, must be at least 50" to ride. Elevator available for mobility limited guests- good job Dollywood! Great Birds Eye view of Dollywood. Loved taking flight on this trill ride!

This was a very fun adventure even for a scary person like me. I purchased the groupon which was a…read moregreat deal for 2 for $23. I reviewed the pricing upon arrival and it was $14 for kids. Every penny count nowadays so I'll take it. If the child is under a certain height they require them to ride with an adult. *Insert my nerves kicking in about this* I will say it looks more intimidating that it actual is. No big drops and you can adjust the speed as you ride. I built my courage to go faster the second ride but the employee did ask for me to not hold up traffic like previous did! Good adventure!

If you truly want to experience the Smoky Mountains, then you need to ride the Alpine coaster,…read morewhich we were told is the longest mountain coaster in the country. There is nothing like climbing the mountain in a single car, by yourself, and then reaching the top and dropping down the other side at speeds up to 35 miles an hour, would the only thing to slow you down is a hand break you pull back.

Pictures don't do it justice since it's dark and you're underground but wow! What a neat…read moreexperience. They emphasize the importance of physical fitness in trekking down and back but it's really not that bad. Maybe we had the same amount of stops going down as going up but I remember the stops going up lasted longer as some people needed to catch their breath. There are benches to sit. Mind you, our guide was a teenager in jeans (and possibly crocs?) leisurely walking. There are lots of railings too. Our guide clearly has a rehearsed spiel but was very informative and didn't sound robotic, answered questions professionally, and appeared to enjoy her job. The coolest part for me was when they turned off the lights to experience total natural darkness. It's a well run tour, great for families (but no bathrooms underground so be mindful of that!) - Make sure not to touch unless told you can!

This was my friend's most wanted to go as a kid. It did not disappoint…read more The caverns were interesting and our guide was very knowledgeable. We got to ride in the boat and we had another girl steer and tell us more about the underground lake. It's a little cool in some parts and wear good walking shoes.

This place needs to be condemned or sold to an owner who wants to update the putt putt courses,…read morelandscape, rebuild the bridges and repair the broken arcade machines. Frankly, the course is slightly dangerous with nails raised on the wood bridge and some planks close to deterioration. Sad that this place used to have batting cages and a driving range and a fun pizza place to take the kids

3 18 hole courses. We played the Brown "difficult " course. Water features were empty and appeared…read moreto have been for some time. Wooden bridges and walkways were severely deteriorated. Greens were very worn and needed repair. Overall, the place suffered from a lack of upkeep. 5:30pm on a Friday and we were the only ones there. Apparently needs a new management team. Facility looks ignored

Host met us at the door. Park anywhere that was open. Family place for sure. The supreme pizza was…read moreExcellent. All fresh ingredients, and made to order. Would recommend here if you're in the area!!

Great variety of arcade games all in working order. Friendly staff ready to serve and accommodate!…read moreFun 18-hole mini golf with lovely plants and flowers along the way. We enjoyed the pizza. We'll plan to return on our next visit in town!

Ok, I had very high expectations. I had read a lot of great reviews, and with so many options from…read morethe same chain, it was hard to choose. My daughter was deciding between WonderWorks and Ripley's Aquarium, and honestly, I regret not choosing the aquarium. I expected this place to blow our minds, but it didn't. The attractions feel a bit outdated and could definitely use better maintenance, especially considering the amount of people they get every day. The best part was the laser tag -- everything else was pretty underwhelming. The 4D simulator was only partially working, and the glasses felt cheap. The earthquake experience was disappointing... my car on a straight road moves more than that. Plan to go with plenty of time, because between everything, time flies and you'll easily spend at least three hours inside. If you're thinking about going after 6 pm, I'd recommend leaving it for another day and going earlier. And if you're choosing between this attraction and another one... there's really not much to think about.

WonderWorks in Pigeon Forge absolutely earned a 5-star review from me for the value alone. For one…read moreadmission price, you get hours of hands-on fun: interactive science exhibits, the 4D motion theater, glow-in-the-dark ropes course, and unlimited laser tag and rides. It feels like more than just a "museum," and we easily could've spent half a day exploring and still not hit everything.What really stood out, though, was the military discount. As soon as we asked, the staff knew exactly how it worked, applied it with no hassle, and knocked a nice chunk off the total. That savings made a big difference for our group and turned an already good deal into a great deal.. Between the amount of stuff included in the ticket, the chance to replay laser tag and rides as much as you want, I honestly don't understand how anyone could rate this less than 5 stars. If you show up early, plan a few hours, and take advantage of the discount, it's one of the best values in Pigeon Forge. Try to plan the trip in the off season as it is nowhere near as crowded as it was doing the summer where it was too crowded to stand in line to get in. Definitely worth my money and something I would do again with my grandchildren.

Stopped in to play some pool and arcade games…read more It was a very fun night. Bar staff was super friendly and were very attentive as there seemed to be someone at the bar that was having a medical issue that they ran and got security to help the person out.

Great play to take the kids. There is so much to do and spend your money on. It's easy to spend…read moreover $200 in a hour or so. But it is a lot of fun.

First I want to say this place is FUN! BUT hour unlimited package is online only and I didn't see…read morewhere it said online only; it took 30 minutes for it to process with the internet speed and they have NO WiFi. All the rides are super short and wouldn't be worth it per ride but the hour package was Great deal but beware and buy before you get there!

Fun time on the coasters. It lasted much longer than I would have expected. We had a party of 5 ho…read moreand everyone had a great time. First responders get a discount