Top 9 Attractions on the Gatlinburg Strip

The Strip is Gatlinburg’s main street, where the huge range of attractions will keep the whole clan busy for days! Try these top attractions for family fun.

1. Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies

More than 10,000 sea creatures call this world-class aquarium home. Watch penguins play, take a glass-bottomed boat over the shark tank, and pet rubbery rays.

2. Anakeesta

This nature-themed amusement park features mountain coasters, ziplines, and a walkway at treetop height. Play inside giant birdhouses. Climb, slide, and swing through the challenge course. Mine for real gems. Relax with great food, sweet treats, and craft beers. 

3. Gatlinburg SkyPark

Don’t miss the dramatic SkyBridge, the continent’s longest pedestrian cable bridge. Do you dare look down to see the valley far below your feet? Walk a mountain-hugging trail and climb the observation tower. Enjoy beer and snacks around the fire pit. 

4. Gatlinburg Space Needle

Ride a glass elevator to the observation deck, to see 360-degree views from 400 feet in the air. This is the perfect photo spot for panoramic vistas of the Smoky Mountains.

5. Hollywood Star Cars Museum

See iconic cars from TV and film franchises including The Fast and the Furious movies, Back to the Future, and Ghostbusters. Selfies are welcome here! 

6. Ripley’s Believe It Or Not

This interactive experience features rare, amazing artifacts. Touch a chunk of Mars, see the famous shrunken head, and see how you stack up against the world’s tallest man! 

7. Fannie Farkle’s

Love a colorful arcade, where the whole family can play everything from classics like skee ball or Pac-Man to the hottest new games? Head to Fannie’s! Bonus: Fannie’s is famed for corn dogs and hot sandwiches, so you can fuel up for gaming. 

8. Gatlin’s Fun Center

This is your one-stop destination for mini golf, escape rooms, bumper cars, laser tag, a ropes course, a laser maze, and more. All ages and all skill levels are welcome here, so the whole family can play. 

9. 7D Dark Ride Adventure

Combine roller coaster thrills with gaming adrenaline, add sound, wind, and weather effects, and you’re totally immersed! This shooting game pits you against fantasy enemies, with surprises at every turn.

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