Places to eat in Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge

Explore the best dining spots in Tennessee’s Great Smoky Mountains. From beloved local restaurants and casual eats to standout culinary experiences, these twin cities serve up flavors every visitor will enjoy.

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Must-Visit Restaurants

Dollywood Theme Park

Dolly Parton's world-famous theme park featuring thrilling roller coasters, traditional crafts, live entertainment, and Southern hospitality. Experience the Lightning Rod wooden coaster and seasonal festivals.


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Anakesta Adventure Park


Outdoor adventure park featuring a treetop walk, ziplines, and stunning mountain views. Perfect for thrill-seekers and nature lovers looking for unique perspectives of the Smokies.



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Ripley's Aquarium Of The Smokies

Discover 10,000+ sea creatures at Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies in downtown Gatlinburg. Walk through underwater tunnels with sharks and rays at this top-rated family attraction.

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More to Explore in The Great Smoky Mountains

Log cabin with stone chimney, surrounded by trees. Dark roof, porch, and grass.

Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail

Scenic 5.5-mile one-way loop through old-growth forest with historic cabins, waterfalls, and wildlife viewing. Walk behind Grotto Falls and explore 1800s homesteads on this free seasonal drive just outside Gatlinburg. Allow 1-2 hours for the complete loop with frequent stops for photos and short hikes..

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Skiers on a ski lift ascending a snowy mountain on a clear, blue sky day.

Ober Mountain

Year-round mountain adventure park offering skiing, snowboarding in winter, plus alpine slides, mountain coaster, and scenic chairlift rides with panoramic valley views.

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Street in a mountain town with shops, restaurants, and vehicles on a sunny day.

Gatlinburg Strip

The heart of downtown Gatlinburg featuring unique attractions, moonshine tastings, dinner shows, mini golf, and the famous Gatlinburg SkyLift. Shopping and dining galore!

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Rolling green mountain range under a cloudy, pastel sky.

Cades Cove

Scenic 11-mile loop road through historic valley featuring wildlife viewing, historic cabins, churches, and mill. Best spot to see black bears, deer, and other native wildlife.

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Couple embracing on a foggy, wet road between tall evergreen trees.
A brightly lit Ferris wheel at night with colorful lights. People stand around shops.
Aerial view of a town with cable cars overhead; people ride the cars above buildings and trees.
Mountains partially obscured by fog, with trees in the foreground and overcast sky.