Weekend Wild · United States
Gatlinburg with kids
A gateway to outdoor adventures, wildlife, scenic drives, and family-friendly attractions located next to America's most visited national park.
Family activities
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Great Smoky Mountains National Park gives families a memorable close-up encounter with the destination's landscape and wildlife.
Nature · All ages · Paid
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies brings families close to marine life through dramatic tanks and interactive exhibits.
Aquariums · All ages · Paid
Anakeesta
Anakeesta adds an active, confidence-building challenge to the family itinerary.
Outdoor Adventure · All ages · Paid
Gatlinburg SkyPark
Gatlinburg SkyPark adds an active, confidence-building challenge to the family itinerary.
Outdoor Adventure · All ages · Paid
Ober Mountain
Ober Mountain adds an active, confidence-building challenge to the family itinerary.
Outdoor Adventure · All ages · Paid
Gatlinburg Space Needle
Gatlinburg Space Needle is an unmistakable destination experience with memorable views and photo moments.
Landmarks · All ages · Free or low-cost
Sugarlands Visitor Center
Sugarlands Visitor Center gives families a memorable close-up encounter with the destination's landscape and wildlife.
Nature · All ages · Paid
Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail
Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail gives families a memorable close-up encounter with the destination's landscape and wildlife.
Nature · All ages · Paid
Cades Cove Scenic Loop
Cades Cove Scenic Loop gives families a memorable close-up encounter with the destination's landscape and wildlife.
Nature · All ages · Paid
Clingmans Dome Observation Tower
Clingmans Dome Observation Tower gives families a memorable close-up encounter with the destination's landscape and wildlife.
Nature · All ages · Paid
Gatlinburg Trail
Gatlinburg Trail offers a manageable family route with scenery that makes the walk feel adventurous.
Kid-Friendly Trails · All ages · Free or low-cost
Laurel Falls Trail
Laurel Falls Trail offers a manageable family route with scenery that makes the walk feel adventurous.
Kid-Friendly Trails · All ages · Free or low-cost
Little River Trail
Little River Trail offers a manageable family route with scenery that makes the walk feel adventurous.
Kid-Friendly Trails · All ages · Free or low-cost
Elkmont Historic District
Elkmont Historic District makes history tangible through a place families can explore together.
Historical Sites · All ages · Paid
Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community
Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community immerses families in the character and living culture of the destination.
Cultural Attractions · All ages · Paid
Hollywood Star Cars Museum
Hollywood Star Cars Museum turns local history, art, or remarkable objects into a vivid family experience.
Museums · All ages · Paid
Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum
Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum turns local history, art, or remarkable objects into a vivid family experience.
Museums · All ages · Paid
Ripley's Believe It or Not! Gatlinburg
Ripley's Believe It or Not! Gatlinburg turns local history, art, or remarkable objects into a vivid family experience.
Museums · All ages · Paid
Visit information for Ripley's Believe It or Not! Gatlinburg
Ripley's Davy Crockett Mini-Golf
Ripley's Davy Crockett Mini-Golf is a lively all-ages stop built around play, discovery, and shared fun.
Family Entertainment · All ages · Paid
Gatlin's Escape Games
Gatlin's Escape Games is a lively all-ages stop built around play, discovery, and shared fun.
Family Entertainment · All ages · Paid
Gatlin's Mini Golf
Gatlin's Mini Golf is a lively all-ages stop built around play, discovery, and shared fun.
Family Entertainment · All ages · Paid
Moonshine Mountain Coaster
Moonshine Mountain Coaster adds an active, confidence-building challenge to the family itinerary.
Outdoor Adventure · All ages · Paid
Rowdy Bear's Smoky Mountain Snowpark
Rowdy Bear's Smoky Mountain Snowpark adds an active, confidence-building challenge to the family itinerary.
Outdoor Adventure · All ages · Paid
Hillbilly Golf
Hillbilly Golf is a lively all-ages stop built around play, discovery, and shared fun.
Family Entertainment · All ages · Paid
Gatlinburg Pinball Museum
Gatlinburg Pinball Museum turns local history, art, or remarkable objects into a vivid family experience.
Museums · All ages · Paid
Mynatt Park
Mynatt Park is a rewarding open-air break for play, picnics, views, and an easy reset.
Parks & Trails · All ages · Free or low-cost
Mills Park
Mills Park is an imaginative play stop where kids can climb, move, and take the lead.
Playgrounds · All ages · Free or low-cost
Gatlinburg Trolley
Gatlinburg Trolley reveals the destination from a fresh angle and keeps the whole family engaged.
Tours · All ages · Paid
Donut Friar and The Village Shops
Donut Friar and The Village Shops is an easy family wander filled with local flavor, choice, and memorable treats.
Food & Markets · All ages · Paid
Smoky Mountain Llama Treks
Smoky Mountain Llama Treks creates an up-close animal experience that feels personal and memorable.
Animal Encounters · All ages · Paid
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