Have fun with your Kids in Gatlinburg:
Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge are a prime vacation spot for families, as there are endless options for entertaining your kiddos!Â
Kids Rides and attractions in Gatlinburg
Ober Gatlinburg: This amusement park has a variety of activities suitable for kids> Over Gatlinburg has a chairlift ride, an alpine slide, a carousel, a maze, and a wildlife encounter.
Gatlinburg Mountain Coaster: This thrilling ride takes riders on a scenic trip down the mountain on a single-person coaster car. Many parents ride with their littles in the cart.
Space Needle: The observation tower offers 360-degree views of Gatlinburg and the surrounding area and is a great place to take in the sights.
- Gatlin’s Fun Center: This amusement center features a variety of rides and attractions, including bumper cars, a 3D theater, mini-golf, and a laser maze.
- Anakeesta Mountain: Guests can take a scenic chairlift ride to the top of the mountain. At the top you’ll find a variety of attractions and activities. From zip lines, to treetop canopy walk, and a mountain coaster.
SkyBridge: This suspension bridge offers stunning views of the Smoky Mountains and is a great option for older kids who aren’t afraid of heights.
- Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies: This aquarium is a great attraction for kids, with interactive exhibits and opportunities to see and learn about a variety of sea creatures.
You know your kids best!
Disclaimer that these are suggestions for kids of all ages. You know your kiddos best so check out these attractions and desern if they would be suitable for your kids based on their age and personality.Â
Kids Museums in Gatlinburg
There are a few museums in Gatlinburg that are great for kids, with interactive exhibits and hands-on learning opportunities. Here are some popular options:
Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium: This museum is full of oddities and curiosities from around the world, including shrunken heads, a two-headed calf, and a vampire-killing kit. Kids will love exploring the interactive exhibits and taking part in the scavenger hunt.
- Hollywood Star Cars Museum: This museum has a collection of over 40 famous cars from movies and TV shows, including the Batmobile, the DeLorean from Back to the Future, and the General Lee from The Dukes of Hazzard.
Guinness World Records Adventure: This museum is full of world record-breaking feats, with interactive exhibits and challenges that let kids test their skills and try to break a record themselves.
- Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum: This museum has a collection of over 20,000 salt and pepper shakers from around the world, with unique and interesting designs that will fascinate kids.
Titanic Museum Attraction: While not strictly a museum, this attraction is a great educational experience for kids, with exhibits that teach about the history of the Titanic and its passengers.
Book Your Stay
There are an abundance of amazing cabins in Gatlinburg that would make your stay a memorable one! The Smoky Woods Lodge is a great option for you and your family as we are on an acre lot with plenty of room for your kiddos to run around. Many cabins are up on the mountain, cliff side with great views, but no yard space.Â
