Dollywood
Amusement Park and Resort
Pigeon Forge
"Wild Eagle is awesome, but occasionally has a wasp problem."(15 Tips)
"Mystery mine coaster is the best by far."(7 Tips)
"particularly with a 20% gold pass discount"(8 Tips)
"great as well as Tennessee Tornado"(4 Tips)
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Martin LewisonSeptember 9, 2016Buy your parking online in advance to save time at the entrance. We got the Preferred online in advance and they direct you to the Preferred Lot, which has a separate entrance gate to the park.
Susanne UhligJune 24, 2016Best amusement park in Tennessee. Lightning rod just opened and it's the blast. Also thunderhead is perfect if you like roller coasters. Make sure to ride the train at night during Christmas
Coaster AddictMarch 27, 2014Considered by many as the most family-friendly amusement park outside of Walt Disney World. This world-class theme park has a little bit of everything for everybody! Great service and great times!
Great ride. Don't miss the hidden gem of the park, Blazing Fury. Combination dark ride and indoor coaster, its old but it's awesome. Currently running a Christmas theme overlay.
KateSeptember 11, 2022Went on a Friday during the school year, didn’t wait for any of the rides or to get into the park. The park is clean, disability friendly, and everyone was very friendly. Get the cinnamon bread!
Nice weekend day in December? Remember that everyone else in the area thinks so too. Pick a cold, breezy day if you want to avoid the crowds. Dress warmly.
What’s not to love? It gets very crowded on weekends but the shows are very good and the rides as well. The park is expanding but could use some updating on preexisting areas.
A very family friendly place to visit. There are many new rides with more coming. Get the Gold Pass. It will pay for itself if you attend twice each year.
Great as always. Rainy days are the best time to go. If it is not lightning, everything is open. No waiting for any of the rides! We got front seat in everything we went on including Wild Eagle!
Aundria CostellowApril 5, 2019Everything. The shows are fantastic, the food is excellent and they are disability friendly.
Lesa MooreOctober 1, 2017Lightning Rod is the best! Zero to 45mph on the 20 story climb is a rush. 165' drop reaching 73mph and wide open till the end. Front seat arms up the entire way. Love that air time 😁❤️❤️❤️🤣
Find the Woodwork and Gifts. I wish I could describe where it is at...but look and ask. I bought my Mom the coolest family plaque. It has little "people" for each family member. Love it.
Kenneth VaughnMay 30, 2014If you live close by, visit late in the day during the week. There will typically be less crowds and most rides and shows you can walk right on or have a very short wait.
Kory WilcoxAugust 9, 2014Unique and exciting rides... Really great for even our young kids with things sitters can ride alone. Parent swap is a FANTASTIC idea!
George DardenJuly 2, 2016Warm but great time of the year to go. Hardly any lines,july. Longest wait 25 min; Screaming Eagle only 10 min wait and A++ Ride. Was amazed at all the coasters for different levels. Will return
Larry Mullett IIApril 17, 2012When buying season passes, have at least one person in your family or group get a Gold Pass. Yes its a little more but you will SAVE more than the pass cost just on food, drink and parking alone!!!!!!- Charles GravesJuly 11, 2015Wild Eagle ride was great as well as Tennessee Tornado but did not enjoy Woden coaster ride as much but still fast ride. Safety first on ALL rides. Zip line was fun but only 4 zips & took time.
Park your car at Patriot Park in Pigeon Forge and take the Fun Time Trolley to Dollywood. It's 50¢ per person each way. Easier and cheaper than parking at Dollywood. Have the correct change though.
Brandon RobertsJanuary 5, 2017They've got it all. My favorite parts are the train, the eagles, and the huge sausage and onion grill you have to see at the entrance!
Jeremy TaylorAugust 3, 2018The park is very clean and attended to. Just the right amount of attractions and good food! You must try the cinnamon bread!!!!
I recommend riding the Eagle. Even if you don’t like rides or don’t ride anything else. You don’t wanna miss this one.
Jan KehrliSeptember 2, 2017Lots of winding pathways lead to great shows, rides, water activities. Very nice park, sweet shops, realistic, family-oriented commercialism.
mary pinsonAugust 30, 2014there isn't enough dolly themed stuff at the gift shops, but there is plenty of neon. other than that it's a great place! definitely worth it!
Matthew SmallAugust 2, 2011Dollywood is amazing. It is one of the nicest, if not the nicest amusement park that I've ever been too. The lines weren't too bad compared to grander amusement parks such as DisneyWorld & Cedar Point
Adam AshleyJuly 27, 2017Dollywood is incredible! Best food of any amusement park. I put it on par with Disneyland & DisneyWorld.
Chris McgonigalJune 24, 2016Great park, we go to Walt Disney World all the time and I was seriously impressed by the quality of the Dollywood experience.
Wear super comfy shoes!!! The park is built on a mountain, a lot of ups & downs & the ground changes constantly!!! Save your feet!!! Choose comfort over fashion when coming here!!
Debbie CoteSeptember 29, 2016Great place for the family. Little pricey. Lots of shaded areas and little nooks to rest during your full fun packed day.
Sharon MarionOctober 12, 2015Love Aunt Granny's restaurant! The sugar cake at the mill is to die for! Do not miss seeing The Kingdom Heirs gospel group!- Miss Lillian's Chicken buffet is the best deal and IMO the best food in the park, particularly with a 20% gold pass discount
The friendliest staff of any park. Also, be sure not to miss going the Chasing Rainbows.
Jacob BernierOctober 15, 2015Everything is awesome here! Loved the shows as well! Kids had a blast. Def a must go if your in TN! 👍
Ron JarrellJuly 22, 2013all you can eat buffet has good fried chicken. Most roller coasters can't handle big or tall folks. Glassblowers are great to watch.- Zach MullinsSeptember 24, 2014Wild Eagle is awesome, but occasionally has a wasp problem. Middle of the week visits are best due to smaller crowds.
Stop by the Q2Q by the fountain and get the kids measured. They get a colored band that corresponds with the rides, so you can plan your day and fit more in!
Marge ThomasSeptember 14, 2012Great place, family friendly, lots of rides for little kids. Love that they have nursing rooms for moms. The food is really lacking though.
Q2Q allows you to move ahead in line, costs $15 for first party member, $5 for each additional party member,worth it If you ask me! Waiting in hot lines equals drinks=anger=hate=leads to the darkside
Eva AlomDecember 29, 2012Dollywood is great for roller coasters and all.... But I must, this is the LEAST vegan friendly place I have ever been to.
Brenton MarcomJanuary 2, 2022Hello Ms. Dolly! Ask the employees if they’ve talked to her. Some fun stories!!
Jason CaddenJuly 21, 2010Save $7.50 on parking by riding the trolley to Dollywood. Great way to save money and time. You won't have to pay to park and you will not have to wait in line to exit the park at the end of your vi
Great family fun. Especially if you go on a day where there aren't many folks.
Alix RecordSeptember 27, 2015Better than average theme park. A kiddie heaven. Rides are fun. Food is not good and overpriced (theme park standard) train is great fun
Carla JeanFebruary 25, 2012I ♥ Dollywood!! It Has Definitely Expanded It's Attractions!! I Won't Ever Forget Our Vacations Here!! The Water Rides Were My Favorite!!
Jessica AllenJune 16, 2011Great Place to spend an entire day! Rides, shows, decently priced food, a staple of my summer since 1993 (the first time I remember going)
Christina BullockSeptember 6, 2012Had an awesome time with my family at Dollywood. Nice staff, great food, awesome rides and attractions. Totally worth it!
Eugene PonderSeptember 2, 2011if your coming back more than 2 times get the season pass, if you upgrade to gold pass after you park 4 times it covers the cost of the gold pass
Chastyn MintonApril 9, 2015Really fun & family oriented! The shows are always super fun and amazing & the rides are thrilling and fun!
Roland MartinoJuly 13, 2015Coming from Florida, Disney is way overpriced compared to this place! Food, admission and merchandise are all reasonable
Get there early! Make sure to enjoy the food and the shows.
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Dollywood family amusement park is the top destination for family vacations in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains.
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- 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
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- 10:00 AM–7:00 PM
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"Best ride here. Quite possibly one of the best coasters around."
Michael Dillon - 8.4
"Awesome ride. Great theme, no regard for gravity.. its like real life Minecart Carnage"
Katie Rhine - 9.0
"One of the best wooden coasters I've been on, it seems to go faster than its actual speed and your butt comes off the seat a few times during the ride. wannaseeitall.com"
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1:00 PM on June 22, 2024
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8:00 PM on October 21, 2024
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