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 Roaring Fork. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Gatlinburg: Raft Outdoor Adventures (in Hartford) and Great Smoky Mountains National Park (Clingmans Dome & Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail). And it doesn't end there: cruise along Newfound Gap Road, putt your heart out at Ripley's Davy Crockett Mini Golf, take in the exciting artwork at Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Community, and admire the sheer force of Ramsey Cascades.

To see other places to visit, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Gatlinburg trip planner.

Gatlinburg is very close to Pigeon Forge. Expect a daytime high around 87°F in August, and nighttime lows around 68°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Fri) so you can go by car back home.