5 Tips and Tricks You Should Know When You Visit Pigeon Forge

Posted: Jul 18 , 2019

Before you go on vacation, you want to know as many things about the area as possible, maybe even some tips to make it the best trip yet. We want to share some tips and tricks with you so you can maximize your time when you visit Pigeon Forge. Look at these 5 tips and tricks you should know when you visit Pigeon Forge:

1. Take the Trolley

pigeon forge trolley If you’ve never visited Pigeon Forge before, you probably don’t know how to get around town. Don’t spend time getting lost or being distracted while using the GPS. Pigeon Forge has a trolley system set up to take you virtually anywhere you want in the city! They will take you from the trolley station in Patriot Park to the south Parkway, north Parkway, Wears Valley, Dollywood, and even Gatlinburg! All of the routes are $1 per person, except Dollywood which is $2.50. You can buy a wristband for all day riding for $3. You must use exact change when getting on the trolley. The trolleys run consistently throughout the day, anywhere from every 15 minutes to every 45. This is a great way to get around town!

2. Book Attractions ASAP

You don’t want to be disappointed by having a dinner show being sold out or having to wait in long lines to purchase tickets. Take the hassle out of buying tickets for shows and attractions by booking the things you want to do as soon as possible! At some places, you can even save money by reserving tickets online instead of waiting to buy tickets at the door.

3. Traffic Patterns

Traffic can get pretty heavy during certain parts of the year and certain parts of the day in Pigeon Forge. If you’re coming any time during the summer or the holiday season, traffic will be heavy throughout the day. Also, if there’s a Rod Run or some kind of parade scheduled, traffic will be heavy during these times of the year too. Typically, if you leave where you are staying before 10 am and return after 7 pm you should avoid most of the traffic.

4. Plan in Advance

Some people aren’t planners; they want to see what they want to do when they reach their destination. While this works in some areas, you probably want to plan your vacation when you visit Pigeon Forge. You should have your lodging plans already in place that way you definitely have a room or cabin. If there’s a popular restaurant you really want to eat at, you should go ahead and plan when you want to go and try to get there before the crowds come in.

5. Use Our Coupons

Hatfield and McCoy's sign with truck out front We have plenty of coupons you are more than welcome to use! If you want to see the Hatfield and McCoy Dinner Show or visit the Titanic Museum, we have attractions coupons for that. We even share other places you can find even more coupons! Planning on staying in a cabin? Check out our cabin deals before you book. Rather stay in a hotel? We also have deals on hotels. You’ll even find places where you can get coupons for places to eat in Pigeon Forge.