What to do and see in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee (TN): The Best Tours

July 19, 2021 Sheron Bogner

Set against the misty blue backdrop of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee is a gateway to 500 thousand acres of Appalachian wilderness. If hiking over 800 miles of mountain trails and camping in dense ancient forests isn't your thing, head over to Dollywood for a different sort of fun. Founded by country queen, Dolly Parton, Dollywood combines rollercoasters, waterslides, and live bluegrass and gospel concerts, with a down home country fair.
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1. Skip the Line: A Salute to Elvis Admission Ticket in Pigeon Forge

Conway Twitty Tribute by Travis James
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Celebrate the King of Rock 'n' Roll with tickets to a flashy performance featuring award-winning tribute artist Doug Thompson. Sing along to the classic songs at the Main Event Theater in Pigeon Forge. You can't help falling in love with this lively show, which lasts nearly 2 hours. Arrive early to see an entertaining, nostalgic video and bring your kids, too. An intimate theater in the heart of the smokies in Pigeon Forge, TN offering "A Salute to Elvis" at 2pm

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Reviewed By beancounter60

We recently went to this very good Conway Twitty tribute. Travis James is an excellent singer, very personable, and very down to earth. Very enjoyable evening.

2. Valleys and Views Smoky Mountains Tour by Open-Air Jeep

2611 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863, USA Smoky Mountains - Pink Jeep Tours
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Travel down Wears Valley Road, through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, through Townsend, and then the newest section of Foothills Parkway. Your first stop is along the Little River Gorge in the GSMNP. Next, you will make your way to the Foothills Parkway (also in the GSMNP) where you will stop at one or two scenic overlooks for panoramic photo opportunities and to see some of the highest mountains in the Smokies. During the tour, your guide will share natural interpretive information about Flora, Fauna, Geology, and the history of the area. The tour then returns to Pigeon Forge.

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Reviewed By Sylk1111

Jeanie Silk was an awesome tour guide. The tour was filled with so many beautiful sights. Jeanie knew the history, the spots to stop at and the grace to share with us. The best part of the tour was how safe she drove through the dangerous roads. If you are in the area, you must take this tour.

3. The Magic of Terry Evanswood at Grand Majestic Theater

Soul Of Motown
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Longest running Magic show in the Smokies, now at 24 years and over 8,000 performances! Terry Evanswood's show has been called "the Best Family Attraction in Town!"

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Reviewed By gjg955

I have been to the show about four or five times. Never been when it was not top of the line entertainment. If you love the old school music, go to this event.

4. Wine Me, Shine Me, Dine Me - Must do tour

2986 Teaster Ln, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863, USA Smoky Tours
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This experience hits it all! Wine, Moonshine, Whiskey, Local cuisine, and Appalachian culture. Let the Husband/Wife team - Mike and Jenn (Hosts of the #1 rated Airbnb Experience Moonshine Walking tour) show you around Pigeon Forge. We are living our dream showing people this amazing town we came to love over 10 years ago after visiting just like you are! We meet up inside the Islands of Pigeon Forge. Our first location is one of our favorite distilleries in the area. We will sample "grain to bottle" spirits from Vodka, Moonshine and Whiskey. Next you will be treated to an AMAZING lunch! After lunch we head to Georgia's premier vineyard that now has a satellite location HERE. Many times we may see the owner! After the wine tasting, we will head out to a true backwoods style moonshine distillery. You can sample all the way from Pumpkin Spice to right off the still 135 proof moonshine. Don't see your dates? Large Group? Sold out? Just Message us! Jenn and I co-host.

Inclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Bottled water, Private transportation, Lunch

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Reviewed By Explorer55997631555

This was our first visit to Gaitlinburg and our first stop was here. The tasting was amazing and everyone was so accommodating especially Bubba. If you get a chance ask for him, he is amazing and will make you feel like you are part of the family!! Great choice for our first stop.

5. Greg Stout Show

Brian Hoffman's Remembering Red - A Tribute to Red Skelton
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Fan-favorite Greg Stout weaves a tapestry of music and song that will ring a bell with people of all ages. Woven from artists such and Neil Sedaka, Ronnie Milsap, Elton John, Michael Bublé, Frankie Valli, Barry Manilow and many more, this family friendly show is sure to delight and uplift your spirits! For over 30 years this veteran entertainer and musician has been a familiar face, gracing the stages of such venues as: *Smoky Mountain Opry *Memories Theatre *Theatre Of The Stars *The Smith Family Theatre *Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre *Dollywood NOW Come see him at the Red Skelton Tribute Theater and let the music take you back...

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Reviewed By bdschmitt

We loved this show! It brought back so many memories! Brian Hoffman did a fabulous job! I even forgot he was NOT Red Skelton! Highly recommended! We laughed so much!

6. Skip the Line: A Salute to Elvis Ticket

Main Event Theater
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Celebrate the King of Rock 'n' Roll with tickets to a flashy performance featuring award-winning tribute artist Doug Thompson. Sing along to the classic songs at the Main Event Theater in Pigeon Forge. You can't help falling in love with this lively show, which lasts nearly 2 hours. Arrive early to see an entertaining, nostalgic video and bring your kids, too. An intimate theater in the heart of the smokies in Pigeon Forge, TN offering "A Salute to Elvis" at 2pm

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Reviewed By Mark P

My wife and I attended the 5/13 show and we had a great time. Travis did an outstanding job singing Conway songs as well as several other artists. He has over 40 years experience in the music industry and his voice is amazing. Very friendly and personable. Highly Recommend!

7. The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures in Pigeon Forge

The Escape Game Pigeon Forge, 131 The Island Dr Suite 9139, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863, USA The Escape Game Pigeon Forge
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Located at The Island in Pigeon Forge, these adventures offer a one-of-a-kind premium experience. Follow clues and solve puzzles to complete your mission together. You might escape...You WILL have fun! Choose to play one of five uniquely immersive games: - Gold Rush: Find hidden gold in the California hills! - Prison Break: Complete a daring escape from the evil warden! - The Heist: Recover a stolen masterpiece from an art thief! - Classified: Uncover the secret plot as a secret agent! - Mission: Mars: Launch your spaceship from the Red Planet!

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Reviewed By Tvlr933

We tried the Classified escape we were so close but unfortunately didn’t escape. We loved the attention to detail, the different rooms, accessories in each of the rooms and being able to ask for clues! The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful especially Vincyl and Sarah!

8. Skip the Line: A Tribute to Conway Twitty by Travis James Ticket

Main Event Theater
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Travis James is nationally recognized as the #1 Conway Twitty Tribute Artsist in the industry. Just close your eyes and drift away as Conway is reincarnated. Those classic country hits just start to magically come to life right before your eyes. It's breath taking to say the least when you sit back and get carried away to a time when Conway dominated the charts with his 55 #1 hits. No artist to date has been able to capture the unique voice of the legend like Travis James. The second half of the show features Travis performing songs by a wide array of artists from Neil Diamond & Elvis Presley to Mickey Gilley & Tom Jones just to name a few. This show is a blast from the past and enjoyed by audiences aging in range from 6 to 96. 

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Reviewed By Journey723224

Wonderful show very entertaining fir the entire family we really loved Great people the atención it’s perfect we came back again ☺️

9. Admission Ticket: Brian Hoffman's Remembering Red - A Tribute to Red Skelton

Brian Hoffman's Remembering Red - A Tribute to Red Skelton
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This afternoon or evening comedy show in Pigeon Forge is a Tribute Show to Red Skelton, and performed live in the Smoky Mountains. Re-live great memories of the Golden Age of television with Brian Hoffman recreating Red Skelton's more famous jokes and routines. We have implemented new safety guidelines as per CDC. We sanitize after every show. We have limited our seating to allow more space between people. If you purchase tickets and arrive together, you will be seated together.

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Reviewed By tnpoppa

GREG STOUT SHOW ; This is a new show in Pigeon Forge and Greg is a very talented musician and singer. He performs non-stop while taking you back to great songs from the 90’s back to the 50's. Greg has been entertaining folks about the area for many years and now performing in his own intimate venue. Wife and I had a great time meeting and seeing Greg's performance for this show. This is a small theater, easy in/out, comfortable seats, and easy parking too. Greg, Thank you for the entertaining night

10. Rocky Top Mountain Coaster Admission Ticket in Pigeon Forge

Rocky Top Mountain Coaster
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4.9 based on 251 reviews

Ours is the first mountain coaster with four uplifts and four downhills and the biggest mountain coaster riding experience. For something really unique, visit us after nightfall where our magnificent lights will guide you through a thrill packed excursion: an experience that will stay with you long after the ride is over.

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Reviewed By scottdF2084RO

Really enjoyed our day at Rocky Top! From our 3 year old grandson, to our 7, and 10 year old grandsons! Our Daughter, Mimi and Grandpa we ALL rode and rode and RODE! All of the employees were very helpful and kind. Our 7 year old friended “David” , David said they went to school together! Who knew? Lol. Highly recommend a visit to Rocky Top Mountain Coaster, you won’t go home disappointed. It’s kind of like eating chips you can’t have only one! RIDE!

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