Dollywood is certainly a mix of good and bad. The grands liked the rides they were big enough for…read moreand despite the crowds lines moved fairly well but as with any amusement park, bring your patience. The let down is certainly the food- it's expensive (no surprise) but also bad. They ran out of things constantly and there is nothing worse than having your seven year old granddaughter looking forward to her Bear cone only to be told, none too nicely either, that they are out of Bear cones- okay, a regular cone and sprinkles- nope, out of sprinkles. I don't even remember what the third ask was but, alas, not to be had. Finally, the woman said they had cones and M&ms, that's all. Instead of disappointing my granddaughter three times, why the heck not just say up front all she had was a regular cone and M&m's? Anyway, it definitely left a bad taste in my mouth, pun intended.

Edit: The food is…read moregood, you just gotta learn where to eat! Also, the cranberry bread is amazing, if not better than the cinnamon bread

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.

The ONLY reason for not 5 stars is the ridiculous price it costs to get in. People say the most…read morevalue is getting a season pass even if you'll never go again because perks include a free pass and discounted passes. I paid about $365 for 4 people. They do senior pricing and kids but its only $10 less and they tackle 12% tax which is insane. The great part about this place is you can bring food and drinks in. We brought a back pack with bottled water and lots of snacks. They have an entire area (country fair) for kids ride. It literally looks like a fair. For us, this was a one time thing (we are 6 hours away). But it was definitely a site to see.

Dollywood was INSANE!!…read more The rides were really good, just don't go on the Lightning Rod unless you want 6 minutes of vomiting. Food was great, especially the corn dogs. A few other rides I don't recommend going on is the Big Bear Mountain, Blazing Fury, Daredevil Falls, and the Drop Line. These rides are all great, I just don't recommend them for people who are scared and vomit easily. Overall, 5 stars easily. Recommend going here

We went to this park today with our family, and it was absolutely a lovely experience…read more We went early enough where there was just a small crowd. Any time we went to the counter, April, all dressed in appropriate purple, and Chris, helped us. Thank you for going the extra mile and making this day fun. Mike and TJ

Came here, and it's a mad house, long lines, children running loose and wild came here to play…read moreEverworld the AR (not VR) . Was told it would be about a hour, $25 per person. The videos made it look cool. I would say 3/5, once you beat the game, it's done, so I was there $24 mins, the videos aren't even close to what you get. Not worth it. Carts and games are on

Mystery Mine is one of Dollywood's most unique and intense coasters. The theming is top-notch from…read morethe moment you step into the abandoned mine setting, it feels dark, creepy, and immersive. The vertical lift, sudden drops, and fire effects make it exciting in a way that feels different from the other rides in the park.

Mystery Mine was the first ride I rode right after entering the park. It was a great way to start…read morethe day as it started the adrenaline pumping in my body. I appreciate a themed ride that is part dark and part outdoor. From the time that you enter the queue you are immersed in the whole mine theme. You are made to feel that you are about to enter a mine, and if you pay attention in the line area, you'll come to see that it is a condemned mine. The line moves swiftly, or maybe it was because I was one of the first people in line for the day, but I was in a car in no time. The cars allow for up to eight people to ride and are consistently running. You are sent out of the platform and on your way. The theme continues as you see crows and canaries and it looks like you are about to be ground up by a boring machine. I went and look up the history of this ride and see that it was the first of it's kind in the US and at that time held several records. At the time it was the biggest investment into the park itself.

Riding Lightning Rod was an absolute thrill.The launch out of the gate is insane suddenly you're…read moreshooting up that hill with the wind in your face. The airtime hills are some of the best I've felt on any coaster, and the twists and turns keep the adrenaline going the whole time. My only small gripe is that the ride felt a bit short, and the line can get pretty long, but honestly, the intensity and uniqueness of the ride make it worth the wait. Definitely a must do for coaster fans.

Woooooooo! What a wild ride! Not for the faint of heart. You will lose any loose items…read moreincluding eye glasses!

Fun, safe for all of the family and its well organized!…read more It was my first time riding something like this. We seen it advertised everywhere. I came with my boyfriends family, his siblings and their kids. When we parked there was a bit of a line. However, the line moved fairly quick. You buy your ticket, stand in line... and the ushers secure you onto one of the coasters. It's great for all ages! If your kid is small, you can ride with your kid. The views were nice and some parts went really fast! I'd definitely go again! The total ride down the mountain is pretty lengthy. I should've wrote my review earlier because the guy told me how long it takes to ride down the mountain.... approximately 10 minutes? Correct me if I'm wrong. But it's a nice ride down. Don't forget to smile when the signs say to smile because they take photos of you along the ride. At the end of the ride, you enter the gift shop where you can see all your photos. The photos were the normal expensive tourist price, but it's worth capturing the moment :) Definitely a "must-do" when visiting Pigeon Forge!

So much fun! Lots in the area but this is by far the best…read more!!long and fast! Worth the money

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.

Goats on the Roof is ALWAYS a must do when we visit Pigeon Forge!! The mountain coaster is one of…read morethe best in PF and who doesn't love seeing the goats!!! We will be returning on our annual Memorial Day trip this year!!!

We had fun doing this experience, and it's super cheap. The bike that carries the food to goats…read morewas a little awkward for adults (you can't adjust the seat) but I had laughs. Inside they have touristy souvenirs, and outside there was a couple in a booth by the exit selling "timeshares that aren't timeshares" that felt a a little sketchy to me. My bf got caught in a convo with the man and he was fitting tmi questions in. How often are you here? What's your income back home? What's your job? The goats were cute, esp the babies. It was a nice spot to get hands on with animals.

So much to do ! Real life experience of working hard with construction materials and equipment.read more

Honestly... I felt like it was a rip-off for anyone living a more country lifestyle (mowing your…read moreown yard, driving tractors, 4 wheelers, side by sides regularly). BUT! If you aren't around this type of equipment regularly or live in the city and have construction loving kids, this might be worth it. For us, we were let down. Alot of the machines have the same type of games so it was just repeated play over and over. The little ride on carts for tots barely move, so my 3 year old was bored. Shes a little dare devil though so a tamer 3 year old might enjoy it. I get why its expensive, I know those machines are expensive to upkeep. And staff was very friendly. Place was clean. But we wont be returning.