If you plan on visiting Pigeon Forge for a week, consider this as your ultimate itinerary. Let this blog guide you on the best way to spend the week in this fun, enriched town. 

Take a week off from work during your kids’ holidays, take your entire family to the Smoky Mountains and spend a relaxing and exciting vacation in one of the most popular tourist spots in the country. 

You will get a chance to explore the Great Smoky Mountains, go on hiking trails, and enjoy delicious cuisines, exquisite mountain views, adrenaline-pumping roller coaster rides, zip-line courses, mini golf, mesmerizing shows, festival celebrations, and live performances.

During your stay, you will also meet renowned musicians and artists and witness their talent in all parts of Pigeon Forge. They usually perform live in auditoriums and arts and entertainment centers at specific times. Moreover, you can also choose from various lodging options with all amenities for a comfortable stay. 

That said, the following is the week-long itinerary you’ve been waiting for. 

Day 1

Check-In and Unpack

Before you start looking for things to do in Pigeon Forge, take some time to relax and settle in your chosen lodging once you arrive. You will find almost all amenities for the most comfortable stay and activities surrounding your accommodations.  

Explore all the services offered around the place you are staying. Let the kids play outside while you unpack and settle before heading out.

Go for a Heavy Breakfast

Fuel up before beginning your journey in Pigeon Forge. Have breakfast at the Pancake Pantry or Bennett’s BBQ for a breakfast buffet with waffles, pancakes, eggs, croissants, sausages, pulled pork, coffee or tea, and bacon. 

Head to Dollywood

Dollywood has a lot to offer: thrilling rides, roller coasters, theme parks, live entertainment, and many other family-friendly activities. 

Head to Wildwood Grove, where kids can enjoy various activities by playing in the secret play area. 

Stop for Lunch

Stop for a quick snack at Dollywood’s Grist Mill and watch while your food cooks. For lunch, go to Mel’s Diner or Red’s Drive-In to grab burgers, salads, and sandwiches. You will also find several other great restaurants to dine in close to one another. 

Spend the rest of the day exploring other hotspots of Dollywood.

Day 2

Visit the Island in Pigeon Forge

Begin your day two by visiting the Island. Have breakfast at the Old Mill Restaurant with grits, omelets, biscuits and gravy, pancakes and waffles, tea or coffee, fresh juices, bacon, and eggs, among many other Southern delicacies.

Go shopping on the Island. It houses several boutiques, small shops, furniture stores, and Pigeon Forge souvenir stores offering products at affordable prices. 

Ride the Great Smoky Mountain Wheel, a 200-feet tall observation wheel with gorgeous mountain views. It will also provide a splendid view of The Island Show Fountain with lights and water dance. 

Visit Anakeesta

take a ride to the top of Anakeesta Mountain and take a dueling zip-line course to the treetop canopy walk. You will also learn about the stars and the galaxy with soothing music when it gets dark. 

End your day with dinner at the Cliff Top Grill and bar, where you can get a chance to enjoy your feast outdoors on the deck or indoors. 

Day 3

Go for Brunch

If you wake up late on day 3, go for a full-fledged buffet brunch at any breakfast spot in Pigeon Forge. You will find plenty of options from Smoky Mountain Pancake House with a variety of pancakes, waffles, eggs, salads, fresh fruits, juices, tea or coffee, and sausages.

Attend Paula Deen’s Lumberjack Feud Show at Adventure Park

After brunch, head to Adventure Park to attend the renowned Paula Deen’s Lumberjack Feud at Adventure Park and witness Dawson and McGraw families compete in Lumberjack competitions. Kids can also participate in it and learn all about lumberjacks. 

In addition, you get to meet the best lumberjacks and climb the 80-feet high jump tower and zip-line coaster. After the show, hop on adventure rides in Adventure Park.

See the Hatfield and McCoy Dinner Show

After a day of fun, dine at Hatfield and McCoy while you enjoy live entertainment with singing, dancing, stand-up comedies, hillbillies, and diving dogs. Feast on various Southern dishes and gourmet dishes with an all-you-can-eat dinner buffet.

Day 4

Go Hiking

For day four, wake up early and go hiking after a full breakfast at your cabin. The top five hiking trails near Pigeon Forge include Porters Creek Trail, Laurel Falls Trail, Grotto Falls Trail, Ramsey Cascades Trail, and Alum Cave Trails.

Depending on your feasibility, you can spend the entire day exploring each trail or going for one or two. 

Tour the Titanic Museum

One of the most unconventional buildings you will come across at Pigeon Forge is the Titanic Museum, imitating the infamous Titanic ship that drowned on the first day of its voyage. Learn all about the ship with a guided tour.

Relax in Your Cabin

Day 4 could be tiring for you after the hike and the museum tour. Therefore, relax in your cabin and make use of its amenities. 

Day 5

Go to Ripley’s Aquarium

Explore sea life and get a chance to pet jellyfish and stingrays at Ripley’s Aquarium in Pigeon Forge. Feed the penguins and interact with green sea turtles. It could be a learning experience for kids where they could learn about different sea creatures with a guided tour.

Browse the Village Shops

Find a lunching spot in the Village and go shopping for yourself and your home, or buy gifts for loved ones back home during your last day at Pigeon Forge. You will find apparel, home décor, the most creative artwork, sculptures, and other things at The Village. 

Play Mini Golf

You will find several mini golf centers in Pigeon Forge. It could be a relaxing yet fun way to spend your last day. 

Have Dinner at Blake Shelton’s Ole Red or The Peddler

You will find a variety of dishes at Blake Shelton’s Ole Red restaurant, with continental, gourmet, and Southern dishes. Alternatively, enjoy steaks at The Peddler outdoors with views of the Little Pigeon River.

Pigeon Forge has many fun activities to offer. You may not be able to cover all within five days, but our itinerary guide will let you explore the best and the hottest spots in town.

Spend your first-day unpacking, relaxing, and visiting Dollywood. Then visit the Island and Anakeesta on Day 2. On the third day, attend the Lumberjack Feud Show and the dinner show. 

Explore the fantastic hiking trails and visit the Titanic Museum on day 4. Explore sea life at Ripley’s Aquarium, shop around, play mini golf, and have an excellent. A week at Pigeon Forge is one you will not forget for years to come.