Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge are just 7 miles apart — about a 15-minute drive. Here's everything you need to know: the three routes, the trolley option, traffic tips, and how the two towns compare.
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Summer Weather in Gatlinburg, TN: Complete Month-by-Month Guide
What's the weather like in Gatlinburg in summer? Get month-by-month temperatures, rainfall, humidity, and heat index data for June, July, and August — plus what to pack and what to do on rainy days.
Read MoreRipley's Aquarium of the Smokies: Complete Guide
Gatlinburg’s Aquarium of the Smokies is homeAmerica's #1 aquarium is in Gatlinburg, TN. Get ticket prices, a full exhibit guide, daily show times, special programs, and insider tips for visiting Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. to 10,000 creatures and endless fun! Don’t miss these 12 greatest hits when you visit this world-class, all-ages attraction.
Read MoreBest Animal Attractions in the Smoky Mountains (Family Guide)
From kangaroos in Sevierville to black bear encounters at Ober Gatlinburg, here are the best animal attractions in the Smoky Mountains — with addresses, ages, prices, and what makes each one special.
Read MoreGatlinburg's Best High-Up Attractions (Even If You're Afraid of Heights)
Afraid of heights but still want the views? Gatlinburg's high-altitude attractions range from gentle to thrilling — here's a graduated guide from easiest to most intense, with tips for nervous visitors.
Read MoreThe Complete Guide to the Gatlinburg Strip (Parkway) — Tips, Attractions & Parking
Everything you need to know about the Gatlinburg Strip — what to see, where to park, how to use the trolley, when to go, and the best attractions from one end of the Parkway to the other.
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