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Parrot Mountain & Gardens

4.6 (401 reviews)
Closed • 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

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Ginny Stroike

So cool!!!! We had so much fun looking, feeding and holding the birds. Definitely worth the money

Brian L.

We came here, on a whim. We saw it on a tourist pamphlet and decided to try it. The drive here, is outside of the main town, though a narrow road, that leads up the mountain. The driveway is steep, so be careful. Once there, the parking lot is a little small, however we found a spot pretty easily. You enter up a ramp, pay at the check In booth. Here you have a chance to buy the nectar feeding tickets, $3 each. I would 100% recommend this, if you want to be up close and personal with some birds. With military discount, nectar feed, and taxes for 2, it was about $72. Once inside the park, you walk trails, seeing the beautiful birds, some on posts, hanging out as you walk by. There are signs on some of the posts, don't feed/pet as you enter and walk around. You get close to the birds and plenty of photo ops. Some birds are in their cages, some just on posts as you walk around. Part of the tour you get awesome smoky Mountain View's. Soon your at the feeding/petting section. You walk into the area, there are still signs and rules, don't pet the ones that say no petting or feeding on their posts. When touring this area there's plenty of birds to pet, pick up, hold, feed. The feed costs a quarter, so bring some, or a few small bills 1s or 5s to buy feed. Some parrots here are loving and friendly. Once you're done here you continue the tour, shortly you'll be at the Nectar feeding area. The staff gives you a small cup of nectar and explains what will happen. Once the door is open, be prepared to be swarmed by small beautiful birds. They swoop in landing on your arms, shoulders, head. I think I had at one time about 6-7. This lasts about 10 minutes. Once you leave there you continue the tour seeing more beautiful birds and the nursery, then end at the gift shop/deli before heading out. Overall would recommend coming here if you love parrots, and birds.

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Waz awesome very beautiful birds not just parrots it waz awesome I didn't want to go but it waz great iam glad my daughter pushed me in lol just go is really cool

Jessica M.

MUST SEE. Absolute MUST SEE. This place is phenomenal, staff is so friendly. The garden and park is such a breath of fresh air from the hustle and bustle of the surrounding areas. The ability to hold the birds for as long as you like is so fun! We enjoyed being able to go through the areas as many times as we wanted. Some birds were singing to us, some talking. You can just tell these birds are cared for. The handler Georgia was amazing and she really made us have an excelllent experience. We loved how family run the place was, and all the faith touches throughout. It was beautiful experience and we genuinely. My husband, me and my two kids.. I think it was our favorite thing we've done in all of TN. Please if you're on the fence, please go.

We did a golf cart tour with my elderly father in law and grandbaby and had such a great time! Our tour guide, Shar, made the whole experience even greater! She was so friendly, fun, knowledgeable, and wanted to make sure we had a great time! The place is clean, and filled with beautiful birds!

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Gracie O.

Had an amazing time visiting Parrot Mountain during our stay in Pigeon Forge. Beautiful, serene place. The grounds are stunningly beautiful. The employees were so nice and accommodating, took time to talk to you and let you hold the birds! Best of all some of the parrots talked!!! That was just incredible hearing them say "hello" and "hi" We met the owner Ms. Isabel who was incredibly nice and sweet. She gave us a little history about the place and how her late husband got a vision from God to do this! All in all a wonderful place to visit!!

Bird feeding (25 cents for seeds- 2025)
Samantha G.

I was nervous coming here because I wasn't sure if the birds were exploited, but my FIL really loves birds so he wanted to come LOL Birds: Plenty of exotic birds from South America and Africa that are typically not at your local zoo. They seemed to be well taken care of (plenty of food, large cages, their cages were clean, and they were not cramped in their cages with too many birds). This place is up a mountain, so there were plenty of hills as you walk through the bird exhibits. I believe they offer a golf cart experience for those that have mobility issues, but I'm not sure if that comes with an extra cost. Bird feeding: There are 2 experiences you can participate in bird feeding. One of the experience you just have to have quarters to purchase seeds for the birds (25 cents). You can feed parrots (older kids/adults)or smaller birds (for kids). I had a great time feeding a smaller bird who was very cuddly and friendly! Nectar feeding requires an additional purchase at the ticket counter. You enter this large caged room, and someone hands you a nectar cup. The birds know the drill. As soon as you come in they will FLOCK to you! Be aware for those that are skittish.

Highly recommend, it was my favorite part of the trip. One bird kept saying I love you. Several let you hold them on your finger. There were a fee grumpy birds, but that's okay there were plenty of sweet ones.

Erica G.

Late post- (went in late Aug 2024) What is there to say about Parrot Mountain? Basically, you are in a mountain surrounded by beautiful landscape and different species of colorful birds! Highly interactive and you get to hold and feed several. (For an extra cost but won't break the bank) Be prepared to walk up steep hills as this is on the top of a mountain! Some of the employees are shy and seem very timid. There could have been more explanation on how to hold the birds and while holding them, the staff could have shared some fun facts etc. I think in some instances it became a bit awkward. Even with the bird feeding, it was just a bit odd. I get it, I'm shy at times and not the most social. Although, if this is a paid experience and there is bare minimum of asking for an picture and then just walking away keeping to yourself, it kind of takes away from the experience. Definitely needs a bit if extroverted friendly vibes here bit nonetheless, this place is a DREAM. And is absolutely beautiful. Still recommend!

Beautiful! What a pleasure and a welcome surprise this sanctuary is. The grounds are spectacular, the staff are friendly and the birds are amazing. You get to feed Macaws and other parrots. You can feed Lorrys. We loved this peaceful oasis just outside Dollywood.

Melanie B.

We got here right when they opened and spent some time walking around the area, looking at all the different birds. They were absolutely beautiful! The main thing we were excited about was getting to hold the parrots, which ended up being the highlight of our visit. Before interacting with the birds, we took some fun photos with them perched on our arms. Some birds were super gentle, while others had a bit more personality, which made it even more entertaining! We also got to feed them some seeds. Such a fun experience. Julia, one of the staff members, was so kind and helpful. She answered all our questions and was very patient and friendly, which really made our visit even better. We truly enjoyed this place and highly recommend it! I'd definitely come back again.

Service was amazing. They put the birds right on you. Very fun experience perfect for all ages. Highly recommend was a very unforgettable. Very special experience. If you have time and you're in the area, I highly recommend to stop by.

Stephen C.

A surprisingly fun place to go. Bigger than expected and LOTS of parrots. We really enjoyed as did our kids and grandkids. A rare gem next to Dollywood. Highly recommended.

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Amazing place me and my wife really enjoyed the trip great employees very helpful answer all of our questions

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Beautiful birds !!!! and knowledgeable and friendly employees . Very clean and lovely gardens.

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What a great place to escape from the crowds and shoppes. A gorgeous, clean, family friendly experience.

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Ask the Community - Parrot Mountain & Gardens

How long is a good amount of time to allot for being here?

I would say 2 hours unless you really want to spend time with the birds. They are mostly loose throughout the park and there is one area that you can handle them and pet them.

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Patriot Park

Patriot Park

4.1(15 reviews)
2.6 mi

Patriot Park is a perfect starting point for exploring Pigeon Forge--especially on a sunny day…read more Free parking alone makes this spot a win, and it's conveniently located next to the Pigeon Forge Trolley stop, which is affordable, easy to use, and connect you directly to Dollywood and most of the city's major attractions. The park itself is clean, well maintained, and has centrally located restrooms (always appreciated). From here, you're steps away from Old Mill Avenue and the historic Old Mill district, one of the most charming areas in Pigeon Forge. Highlights include the Old Mill Pottery House Cafe and Pigeon River Pottery, where you can watch local artisans at work, plus plenty of unique gifts and souvenirs. Old Mill Square feels like the heart of the original Pigeon Forge, with its preserved charm and walkable cluster of shops and eateries. Favorites include Iron Mountain Metal Craft, Old Forge Distillery (they have the best prices in town for moonshine, whiskeys and all) Old Mill Restaurant, Creamery, Candy Kitchen, General Store, Farmhouse Kitchen, and more--there's truly something for everyone. This area beautifully maintains its historic ambiance while offering great food, shopping, and family-friendly fun. Ideal for all ages, Patriot Park and the Old Mill district are absolutely worth dedicating a full day to--and a must-stop on any Pigeon Forge visit.

This park is cute and has a nice walk area and grass area. Loved the Smoky the Bear statue and a…read morefew of the Pigeon Forge statues here too. Located real close to the transit center, this is a great place to park for free and use the tram to go into town. Overall, the park is on the small side, but the location makes this a nice stop. It's super close to the Old Mill, so a pleasant area for a walk through and around town and the Old Mill area where parking is sometimes scarce.

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Patriot Park - Nice, dog friendly park.

Nice, dog friendly park.

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Gatlinburg SkyPark

4.0(573 reviews)
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Wow. Pricey, but great experience. Should be some sweet memories for the kids - and us!!…read more Special shout-out to Chad (no idea about last name), who was taking tickets before we got on the lift. Super nice guy - professional and helpful (good tips) - friendly and welcoming. Sending us off with a God bless was a nice touch, although I could see that sounding funny to some folks, ha ha. (Dear God, please watch over us on this chair lift...) It was the kids' 1st time on a chair lift / ski lift, and it was a good one. Had to go open-air. No one freaked out. They even took selfies together on it. So sweet. Great views on the way down! Lift was rebuilt in... 2019 (?) after wildfires destroyed it, but they maintained a great old-school feel. Now! To the top. The SkyBridge. THE SKYBRIDGE. WOW. So so cool. Longest suspension bridge in North America, apparently. It was awesome, complete with grating and plexiglass at the middle. Amazing views. A little scary, sure, but so cool. Was stoked the kids wanted to walk across it multiple times. The trails up top are better than I expected. Not top tier Smokies trails, but better than expected. And more good views. Tulip Tower was cool, too. The overall SkyPark area was also beautifully landscaped. REALLY impressive - beautiful. Highly recommended.

This was a nice experience in the heart of Gatlinburg! The chairlift provides amazing views as you…read moreascend and descend from the park. The SkyBridge itself is a fun experience. After the bridge and a short trail walk, there's nothing else to do except sit and enjoy the mountain view. I wouldn't recommend this excursion if you're hungry. I don't think there are plentiful food options. I didn't see anyone eating but lots of people had a beer.

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Glass floor on the skybridge

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