10 Fun Activities & Games in Gatlinburg That You Shouldn't Miss

August 30, 2021 Elouise Mccaul

Gatlinburg, at the heart of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, is an ideal base for a family looking to explore the park's numerous offerings. After you've gone hiking, fishing, rafting or horseback riding, ride an elevator 342 feet to the top of the Gatlinburg Space Needle for stunning views of the Smokies. There's also an amusement center next door with nifty rides and games.
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1. Art Studio of the Smokies

1360 E Parkway Ste 6, Gatlinburg, TN 37738-5663 +1 865-325-1888 [email protected] http://www.artstudioofthesmokies.com
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5.0 based on 54 reviews

Art Studio of the Smokies

Art Studio of the Smokies offers personalized Paint Parties, plus individual and classroom instruction for painting, drawing, pastel, sculpting, and multimedia. Art Studio of the Smokies also offers lab/studio instruction for digital illustration, photography, Photoshop and live/studio audio instruction.

Reviewed By Scrubbybear80 - Murfreesboro, United States

We went here on our anniversary to paint a momento. Camille was a great instructor and such a nice person. We highly recommend paying a visit to this studio while in the Gatlinburg area. You won't be disappointed.

2. The Captured - A Live Escape Experience

112 Reagan Dr, Gatlinburg, TN 37738-3332 +1 865-430-7844 [email protected] http://www.thecaptured.com
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5.0 based on 571 reviews

The Captured - A Live Escape Experience

YOU ARE INVITED TO THE CRAFT MANOR. CAN YOU SURVIVE? The Captured is an interactive live escape game experience. (A game in which guests are locked in a room with other participants and have to use elements of the room to solve a series of puzzles, find clues, and escape) The Captured Live Escape Experience is located directly below the Gatlinburg Space Needle. You have to use your wits, skill and every bit of courage to escape being captured and served as the main course. Chapter One: The Cellar Chapter Two: Scarlett's Room

Reviewed By rswilliams2018 - North Vernon, United States

Super fun time!! My friends and I have done escape rooms before and Scarlett's Room is our favorite. Great, creepy props. Kaylee was an awesome hostess!!! Would definitely recommend Scarlett's Room if you are visiting Gatlinburg.

3. HeadCase Escape Adventures

205 Historic Nature Trl, Gatlinburg, TN 37738-3323 +1 865-430-1811 http://headcaseadventures.com
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5.0 based on 424 reviews

HeadCase Escape Adventures

HeadCase Escape Adventures provides high quality escape experiences. We strive to be the most unique and entertaining adventure in America. Join us for an amazing journey through creative room concepts, compelling technology, and innovative design. Our friendly themed experience guides will take you through adventures that challenge your mind with puzzles and riddles, all while testing your ability to collaborate with others throughout the adventures. The games at HeadCase accommodate almost any age. Book with HeadCase Escape Adventures for a quest you won't forget! Stay a while after before and after your adventure to experience the nicest themed lobby in the industry. Real-Life Escape Adventures!

Reviewed By JW2199 - Dalton, United States

Best escape game we have ever played. Spencer did an awesome job. Best escape game experience we have ever had. Headcase has the best rooms, best props, and the best employees! This was our 2nd time at Headcase, we will be back! Well worth the money. This is a 1st class escape game!!

4. Gatlin's Escape Games

716 Parkway Suite 214, Gatlinburg, TN 37738-3240 +1 865-436-2326 [email protected] http://www.gatlinsescapegames.com
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5.0 based on 718 reviews

Gatlin's Escape Games

​Solve puzzles, conquer challenges and work together in a 60-minute race against the clock to escape Gatlin's live action Escape Rooms, featuring high-tech props, specialty lighting and sound effects. THE LEGEND OF ATLANTIS: An epic, story-driven journey that puts you in the middle of an Indiana Jones, Hollywood style adventure. MOONSHINE HILL HOOTENANNY: You’ll hafta be crafty to break into Maw’s shack and blow her ‘shine still to smithereens! THE HAUNTING OF THE HYDE HOUSE: Abandoned by your tour guide, you’ll become trapped in the historic Hyde House and discover you are not alone.

Reviewed By 345cristac

Really enjoyed playing the Haunting of Hyde House! Ewok was a great game master and the room was super fun! Highly recommend!

5. Chapel at the Park

1844 E Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738-5946 +1 800-693-6479 http://www.chapelatthepark.com
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5.0 based on 15 reviews

Chapel at the Park

Gatlinburg's only 5-Star Wedding Chapel. Awarded the Best Destination Wedding Venue in TN for 2020 Our beautiful and romantic White Wood Wedding Chapel is located on a secluded 3 acre estate nestled along side the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. We offer simple elopement weddings for just the two of you, weddings with just a few family and friends, to full-Service Wedding Celebrations for up to 70 family members/ guests. We offer Indoor and Outdoor Weddings. Our Chapel accommodates up to 70 guests as does our Unique Outdoor Wedding Center / Arbor Venue. The 2 -story Waterfall can accommodate up to 20 family members / guests. The smaller water feature, our signature White Gazebo, the Enchanted Forest and the rose garden can accommodate up to 6 family members/ guests.

6. Wild Dimensions

611 Parkway Floor F, Gatlinburg, TN 37738-3224 [email protected] http://wilddimensions.com
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Wild Dimensions

9D Virtual Reality Chair. Over 80 virtual reality experiences to choose from. Roller coasters, haunted hospitals, going through space and so much more. Also 3 virtual reality stations where you can interact in a virtual world. Come check us out!

7. Firefly Glass Studio

830 Moyers Dr, Gatlinburg, TN 37738-5538 +1 865-206-6083 [email protected] https://www.gatlinburg.com/listing/firefly-glass-studio/516/
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5.0 based on 3 reviews

Firefly Glass Studio

8. Hillbilly Golf

340 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738-4962 +1 865-436-7470 [email protected] http://www.poop.com
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4.5 based on 2,133 reviews

Hillbilly Golf

Hillbilly Golf is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM. We are celebrating 50 years of continuous operation for our unique miniature golf course located on the side of a mountain. Come join the fun and see why everyone loves Hillbilly Golf.

Reviewed By c5mjb - Wake Forest, United States

This place is unique. First you ride a tram 300 feet up the mountain. And then you play amid the trees, traversing footbridges and stairways (not too strenuous) and viewing the mountainside up close. Many of the props are antique farm equipment, and there are even simulated moonshine stills. There are two 18-hole courses to choose from, and if you have time you can play a second one for only $5 more. Very friendly hosts, military-senior-first responder discounts and free parking.

9. Ripley's Davy Crockett Mini Golf

188 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738-4409 +1 865-430-8851 [email protected] http://www.ripleys.com/gatlinburg/mini-golf/
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4.5 based on 690 reviews

Ripley's Davy Crockett Mini Golf

With the Great Smoky Mountains as the backdrop, this fun-themed course replicates the "old days" when a Tennessee hero named Davy Crockett roamed "them thar hills". Family and friends will enjoy spending a day with Ripley's!

Reviewed By monkeyseeOK - Ponca City, United States

We love mini-golf and this place has TWO courses full of fun obstacles and play-thru activities. We played them both and had a great time!

10. Mysterious Mansion

424 River Rd, Gatlinburg, TN 37738-3200 +1 865-436-7007 [email protected] http://www.gatlinburgsmysteriousmansion.com
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4.5 based on 902 reviews

Mysterious Mansion

We invite you to experience Gatlinburg's OLDEST and SCARIEST haunted house! Mysterious Mansion is a self guided tour of a classic "turn of the century" three story haunted mansion. Find your way through secret passageways, winding staircases, and creepy dark corridors never knowing what restless, rotting residents might be lurking around the corner in each foreboding room ahead...Or BEHIND YOU! Join us and release your screams in Gatlinburgs original Haunted House, IF YOU DARE! -Scaring Smoky Mountain visitors for over 35 years! To find us from the Parkway, walk behind McDonalds through Fountain Plaza and down to River Road OR take a short stroll along the Riverwalk from the Aquarium (about 2 blocks) We'll be waiting for you in the shadows...

Reviewed By 698jaimag

Look, I was ready for a campy mediocre experience, BUT THEN, no - this a psychological creepy, fun, and clever trip thru a haunted house. Creepy girl, freaky clown, and over all weird guy - you rock, and are true professionals. LOVED IT! All I have to say is Go! It’s appropriately long and scary fun!! Not good for young kids! Come for 20 years and first time there! Will be back.

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