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America's #1 Aquarium! 1.4 million gallon world-class aquarium. Featuring 12 ft sharks and thousands of exotic sea creatures from around the world. You will experience Piranhas in "Tropical Rain Forest", discover indo-pacific fish in "Coral Reef", travel through the world's longest underwater aquarium tunnel on a 345 foot glide path through "Shark Lagoon", pick up a horseshoe crab in "Discovery Center", meet giant Pacific Octopus in "Gallery of the Seas", touch a stingray at "Touch A Ray Bay", sit in one of two classrooms for a presentation, see one of the hourly dive/feeding shows, plus much more. Open 365 days a year from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm. Located in the center of downtown Gatlinburg at traffic light #5.www.ripleysaquariumofthesmokies.com

Bent Creek Golf Course, designed by three time Masters and British Open Championship Winner Gary Player is a par 72 course that opened in 1972. The front nine hugs the valley floor while the back nine offers a challenging mountain course. A beautiful sparkling mountain stream meanders throughout the entire course making for a breathtaking contrast between water and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Southern Living Travel Guide rated Bent Creek Golf Resort one of the "Top Fifty Golf Courses in the South."

Fannie Farkle's is located in the heart of downtown Gatlinburg. This is the home of the famous Foot Long "OGLE" Corn Dogs and Sausage Subs smothered in peppers and onions! Watch us make them as you walk by and smell the tantalizing aromas!! Fannie's also features the latest in Video and Redemption games and as you win points accrued through your skill, choose your prizes from the largest selection of gifts anywhere in the entire County. Check your email, Step up to our ATM, and get ready to experience "Good Food", "Fun" and "Prizes Galore"! www.gatlinburg.com/fanniefarkles

Activities

• Video & Redemption Coin Operated Games with ATM on site

Hours of Operation

• 8:00 am - 10:00pm

Rain-or-shine Laser Tag in a 2,700 square foot arena, with cool lights and pumping music, 3 D Special Effects Theater with movies so realistic you can almost reach out and touch sharks, aliens, dinosaurs, and more in five special-effect movie selections, futuristic Bumper Cars where you'll bounce and bump in every direction or play indoor Black Light Mini Golf in the coolest setting ever - a glow-in-the-dark "Under the Seas" course - It's the newest thing in mini golf. Don't miss it! Best value is the Vacation Pass - pick any three activities & return another day to play them all again for free! Downtown Parkway next to Old Gatlinburg Golf & Games. www.smokymountainfun.com

About Guinness World Records Museums Guests can enjoy world records from the amazing groups of Sports, Space, Animals, Food, Human Achievement and many more! Guinness world records are brought to life through incredible displays, cool interactive games and trivia, themed galleries and video productions! http://gatlinburg.ripleys.com/

Grab your camera and get into the action with your favorite stars! From Lucille Ball to Lucy Lui, James Dean to Johnny Depp and Elvis to Will Smith, you can join the A-listers and take pictures that will make the best postcards from Gatlinburg. The spotlight is on you as you sing karaoke with pop divas, ride aboard the Titanic, encounter Frankenstein and Freddy, step into the Winner's Circle with NASCAR champions and (shhhh) even put on a wedding dress and marry a star! Fun for all ages. Open until midnight 365 days a year. Located across from Lineberger's Seafood in the center of Gatlinburg at Light 8. http://www.hollywoodwax.com/gatlinburg/

Price Range

• Children ages 6-12 $7.99, Seniors $11.99, Adults $13.99

Hours of Operation

• March 1 - December 31 9:00am to Midnight

Credit Cards Accepted

Gatlinburgs newest attraction is The Jon Dee HYPNOTIZED Comedy Show at the new Hypnosis Theater. (Located on Space Needle premises)  If you have never seen a Comedy Hypnosis Show before you have to check it out.  Many people say it is the funniest thing they have EVER seen when their friends and family volunteer to come up on stage and become hypnotized.  The volunteers may "Cluck Like A Chicken" or "Talk Like A Martian From Outer Space" You will never forget this hilarious show and you will never believe so much in the unlimited power of our God-given minds.  Stop light 8 Downtown Gatlinburg.  http://www.gatlinburgshow.com

Gatlinburg's most exciting ride! The area's only theater where the screen actually moves as you move. Extreme fun in the area's wildest Virtual Reality motion simulator featuring six awesome movie rides ... choose two or more movies for one low price. The Motion Ride is located adjacent to Old Gatlinburg Golf & Games and Fort Fun where you can also enjoy miniature golf on two award-winning mini golf courses, the "ALL NEW THIS YEAR" indoor Black Light Mini Golf, compete in a game of Laser Tag, ride futuristic Bumper Cars, watch special effects 3 D movies or mine for Smoky Mountain natural treasures in our Gem Mine. Best value is the Vacation Pass - pick any three activities & return another day to play them all again for free! www.smokymountainfun.com

Raft the Pigeon River with the most respected outfitter in the Southeast, Nantahala Outdoor Center! NOC has been recognized by Good Morning America, The New York Times and National Geographic Adventure. NOC's professional guides are the best-trained on the river, with more than 35 years of whitewater expertise. Adventurous families will love the splashy whitewater of the Upper Pigeon River, available to kids as young as 8, or weighing at least 70 pounds. A fun family float trip is available on the Lower Pigeon river for kids as young as 3. Splashing and swimming encouraged! Make a reservation online or over the phone or visit NOC's Great Outpost in downtown Gatlinburg for complete information on all our rafting, hiking and fishing adventures.  http://www.noc.com/whitewater-rafting/pigeon-river/

Activities

• Whitewater Rafting on the Upper Pigeon River

Hours of Operation

• 10:00am - 8:00pm Daily

Price Range

• $19–$40/person (various options available)

Credit Cards Accepted

Gatlinburg's largest miniature golf attraction, is proud to present - NEW THIS YEAR! An amazing, glow-in-the-dark, indoor Black Light Mini Golf course. It's THE newest thing in mini golf. Out of the darkness, dolphins, octopus, sharks, mermaids, and a sunken pirate ship radiate fantastic colors as you putt your way through this "Under Seas" adventure with day-glow putters and fluorescent balls. Don't miss it! You can also still find two award-winning, story-telling, 18 hole outdoor courses, located on a beautifully landscaped hillside, offering the most challenging and tricky mini golf course holes anywhere. These 3 amazing indoor & outdoor courses guarantee fun no matter what the weather. Located in the Center of Gatlinburg at Reagan Terrace Mall, adjacent to Fort Fun. www.smokymountainfun.com

During your trip you’ll experience the beautiful scenery of the neighboring Smoky Mountain National Park, Cherokee National Forest, Martha Sundquist State Forest and Appalachian Trail! Rafting in the Smokies is dedicated to making your rafting trip the highlight of your vacation in the Smoky Mountain area. We have been headquartered in Gatlinburg for 30 years and pride ourselves on safety. Whether you’re looking for an introduction to white water or an experienced level rafting trip we have the adventure for you. We offer group rates, Boy and Girl Scout badges, and customer service that is second to none. If you are in the area often, check on our 2010 Season Passes. 1-800-PRO RAFT (776-7238) www.raftinginthesmokies.com

Activities

• Whitewater Rafting on the Upper Pigeon River
• Float Trips on the Lower Pigeon River
• Picnic Area
• Fishing Trips
• Group Rates
• Call for on-going specials
• Photos available to be viewed at the river outpost after rafting trip
• Hot Showers and changing facilities at the river outpost
• Souvenirs and t-shirts
• Rafting gear available at the river outpost

Hours of Operation

• Monday - Sunday 8am - 10pm from Memorial Day thru Labor Day

Credit Cards Accepted

Come visit the museum that started it all! As seen on the tv show, Ripley's Believe It or Not Museum features thousands of unique and unusual artifacts collected by Robert Ripley and the team of Ripley archivists. Rebuilt in 1995 after an extensive fire destroyed the original museum, our new building contains numerous exhibits, cartoons, and interactive displays to entertain the entire family. Be sure to take home a souvenir wax cast of your hand- a true believe it or not! Located at traffic light #7 on the Parkway, we're open 365 days a year. www.ripleysgatlinburg.com

With the Great Smoky Mountains as our backdrop, we offer 2 beautifully landscaped 18-hole courses. The themed courses, replicating the "old days" when a Tennessee hero named Davy Crockett roamed "them thar hills", are loaded with some of the world's most original golf holes, complete with interactive displays and lots of water. We're open year round, but be sure to call ahead as our hours vary by season and weather. Located at traffic light # 1 on the Parkway. Park free or ride the Gatlinburg trolley. Visit us online at www.ripleys.com/davy.html

Acquired by Ripley Entertainment in 1999, the original Grimsby and Streaper Casket Company is now leading tours. Take a stroll through the old factory, and you'll be guaranteed to see some inhabitants of the casket facility. All of your senses will be used on this tour as you hear the screams, smell the decay, see the darkness, and feel your way through twisting corridors. But Beware! Ripley's assumes no responsibility for your return! If you don't believe us, just ask Stumpy "hanging out" in front of the building! Open 365 days, we're located at traffic light #8 on the Parkway. www.ripleyshauntedadventure.com

Feel the rain, the wind, and the snow when you visit the Ripley's Moving Theater! See two 4D movies on our giant screen. Bump, dip, and turn with seats that move in eight different directions and experience the 6 channel digital surround sound. Cutting edge simulator technology will make you truly feel as if you are part of the show! Both movies included in one low price. We're open 365 days a year. Located at traffic light #8 on the Parkway underneath the giant dinosaur. www.ripleys.com/movingtheatre

Smoky Mountain Outdoors has been rated one of the area's top attractions by tripadvisor.com. Our white water trips will be the highlight of your vacation! Why choose us? We offer one of the longest trips on the river, a full two hours. Our guides are the most experienced and highly trained, many try out, but few make the cut! We have a new outpost with changing and showering facilities. Smoky Mountain Outdoors is the only rafting company that prepares fresh, made to order meals at The Lost Guide Grill. It is the perfect treat after you get back from your exciting rafting adventure. The pigeon river is great for first timers but gives experienced rafters the thrill that they are seeking! Our trips are ideal for the entire family ages 3 and up! Call and Compare! 1-800-771-RAFT(7238) www.smokymountainrafting.com www.smokymountainrafting.com

Activities

• Smoky Mountain Outdoors is ranked as the top attraction in Gatlinburg on tripadvisor.com
• Family fun whitewater rafting on the Upper and Lower Pigeon River
• Trips for ages 3 and up
• Group Camping
• Photos and videos available after your trip
• Great group and family rates
• Full service facility with changing rooms, showers and gift shop
• All of our trips are fun for first timers

Hours of Operation

• We raft on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday with trips departing every half hour from 11 am to 5 pm. Reservations can be made 7 days a week from 8 am to 10 pm or online 24/7
  

Price Range

• $29.99-$39.99

Credit Cards Accepted

Ride glass elevators over 400’ to observation deck for the only 360 degree view of the Great Smoky Mountains and the resort city of Gatlinburg. When atop enjoy Higher Learning, an educational experience from the Space Needle’s perspective including Free View Finders! Visit Arcadia, a 25,000’ two story playground with latest video and redemption games including the area’s largest redemption center. Enjoy Lazer Runner Extreme Laser Tag, Hurricane Simulator, Old Tyme Photos, Hypnotized Comedy Show, OH! Zone, Flying Saucer Italian Bistro, Souvenir Gift Store, and More!  Jon Dee’s “HYPNOTIZED” Comedy Show on premises at the Space Needle Theater is recommended by Reader’s Digest and Time. Purchase tickets to our attractions online at www.gatlinburgspaceneedle.com/store for your family or group. Light 8, Downtown Gatlinburg, Entrances on Historic Nature Trail and Reagan Drive. ATMs at each entrance. Open 365 days a year. Click website to view our live outdoor webcam.

Activities

• Observation Tower
• Laser Tag
• Redemption Arcade
• Food
• Hurricane Simulator
• Old Tyme Photos
• Live Enterntainment
• Gift and Souvenir Store

Hours of Operation

• Hours Seasonal Open 365 Days A Year

Price Range

• Under $10

Credit Cards Accepted