7 days in Pigeon Forge & Gatlinburg Itinerary

A tiny town with big tourist appeal, Pigeon Forge bills itself as the "Center of Fun in the Smokies." Just a short drive from the national park protecting the diverse plant and animal life of the Great Smoky Mountains, the town features numerous places to visit, such as bars, restaurants, cafes, theaters, and shops.

Kick off your visit on the 7th (Sun): get in touch with nature with Foxfire Mountain Adventure Park, shop like a local with Smoky Mountain Knife Works, and then stop by Christmas Place.

To find reviews, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Pigeon Forge tour planner.

Durham to Pigeon Forge is an approximately 6-hour car ride. You can also fly; or do a combination of bus and car. In August, daily temperatures in Pigeon Forge can reach 87°F, while at night they dip to 68°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Sun) so you can go by car to Gatlinburg.

Nestled in the lush, wooded forests of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Gatlinburg is Tennessee’s premier mountain resort destination.

Noah Bud Ogle Cabin and Walker Sisters' Cabin will appeal to history buffs. Step out of the city life by going to River Rafting & Tubing and Raft Outdoor Adventures. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Gatlinburg: Great Smoky Mountains National Park (Clingmans Dome & Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail). Next up on the itinerary: look for all kinds of wild species at Roaring Fork, try for a hole-in-one at Hillbilly Golf, steep yourself in history at Little Greenbrier School, and get a taste of the local shopping with Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Community.

For maps, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Gatlinburg trip itinerary site.

Gatlinburg is just a stone's throw from Pigeon Forge. August in Gatlinburg sees daily highs of 87°F and lows of 68°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Fri) early enough to go by car back home.