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December 2023 by Bret
Finally got to visit Dollywood for the first time. We waited for it to not be packed with people, and to see the Christmas lights.The lights were a little disappointing as there weren't that many (compared to other theme parks I have been to). But it was still very nice to walk around and see what was there. We rode the train and got a different view of the park (as well as get a good coating of ash and soot from the engine - an interesting part of the experience). We didn't expect to see an aviary of Bald Eagles, so they were a great surprise.It was a nice place to stroll and shop. All the employees we had interaction with were friendly and helpful. While I am way past the age to enjoy many of the rides there, the park appears to have a nice variety of coasters and thrill rides
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December 2023 by Shay Culbertson
We absolutely loved our visit to Dollywood last week. Everyone who works there was so friendly and helpful. The rides were fun and appealed to a variety of ages. Wait time in the lines was not bad. The Christmas shows were wonderful. The shops were gorgeous and prices were reasonable. The lights and holiday decorations were exquisite. Santa and snow at the end were an added bonus. We did not eat much because we were in a hurry to see and do everything, but we did get to sample the cinnamon bread which was amazing and a few snacks which were delicious and reasonably priced. Highlights were the candle shop, train ride, tree lighting, and drone show. Incredibly family friendly with a variety of activities to appeal to all ages. We can't wait to return!!!
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December 2023 by Seth Stoke
Lots of fun rides. Great entertainment for the whole family. Different class rides for all types of people and all ages. Managed wonderfully. Flow of traffic and people is well maintained. Parking is convenient. Security is present and consistent. Lots of shopping, junk food, good restaurants etc. Wonderful experience. Can't wait to come back.
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December 2023 by Cowboy Ninja
Just went this week during Christmas break. Was a cold cold clear day, and didn't know what to expect.The people staffing there are ridiculously friendly, and was so pleased to see and hear Christmas being portrayed so well. No commercialism, 100% family friendly, it was truly a great experience. Roller coasters were great, shopping was good, shows well performed, and the lights... we went into a show while sun was still out and when we came out the sun was down and the place was amazing. So many beautiful lights, was like I was in a completely different park.The show at the end uses drones and laser lights and is quite amazing worth sticking around for. So glad we went.A Breath of fresh air compared to that other huge theme park ;)
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December 2023 by Mylo Nicholas
I went during their Smoky Mountain Christmas and it was amazing. Wonderful food, rides, and beautiful lights. There was an amazing drone show & fireworks, it’s easy to get around and has a wonderful atmosphere. Fun for the whole family and the height restrictions are lenient, so nobody is left out even on the bigger rides. Dolly Parton is the ?
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November 2023 by Jesus A. Cabrera
One of the best theme parks in America. Very well layed out and beautifully decorated. Admission fees are reasonably priced as well as the concessions and food prices. Restaurants offer a great selection of food with competitive pricing. This is the park to come to if you love roller coasters. There are plenty of other rides and live shows to enjoy. I highly recommend this attraction. I
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October 2023 by Dave
Friendly Employees all over the park. Also helpful if you need anything just ask and they are more than happy to help. The food is pretty good and the refillable souvenir cups are a fantastic deal. Plenty of shows at different schedules so you can see most everything you want to if you plan it out right. We didn’t do any of the rides other than the free fall ride, I can’t remember what it’s called, but it was fun. The park was moderately crowded around 60%. I would say. The ride times we noticed were anywhere from 20 minutes to 65 minutes for some of the popular rides. We went to see the harvest festival, decor, and the pumpkins looked amazing. I wish there were more lights and other areas similar to the way they do Christmas, but overall, it was a great experience. We are season passholders and this was the first time we were able to experience the fall harvest. For the themed seasons, the tasting pass is a great value. For $35-$40 you get to sample five different things in there are both food and drinks to choose from. The drinks are a little less expensive so I would save the tasting pass for the food and just purchase the drinks.
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October 2023 by Stephanie Finney
Dollywood is fun for everyone. From the moment you walk in, it's just instantly exciting. It was my daughter's birthday, and they had birthday pins at the front entrance, which made her feel even more special on her big day. We were lucky and went during the fall fest. The pumpkins and fall theme made for such an inviting and warm feeling. We ate at one of the little restaurants, and the service and food were nothing short of amazing. The fried green tomatoes were absolutely delicious! We only went on two rides, but they were so much fun, and the wait wasn't too bad. The shops are so cute and pretty affordable. ALSO, one thing that was huge for us was that they had medicine (Ibuprofen, Tylenol, tummy meds, etc.) for sale at pretty much every shop. It is a lot of walking, but it is totally worth it, and there are a lot of places to stop and rest. We only got a day pass but could definitely have used an extra day or two to explore the entire park. I would highly recommend taking a trip, so many memories to be made here!
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August 2023 by Nichole Stegink
Fun place to take your family, especially if you have kids that love roller coaster rides. They charge for parking, and just like every amusement park, the rides and tables are gross. Bring your sanitizer and wet wipes if you plan to eat at any of the outdoor venues. There's lots of things to do and shops to visit, with so much variety, but it can be packed into one long day if you're not there for the shows. The shows we did see were great, featuring live music and dancing, and all the associates working throughout the park were friendly. We were disappointed in the false advertising (see last photo) and therefore skipped out on the pork rind nachos as part of the summer taste sampler.
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August 2023 by Wendy Jenkins
Absolutely loved our trip to Dollywood! My husband and I visited all the attractions that were open and ate at the all you can eat spot (highly recommend!) for around the same as we would’ve paid for dinner elsewhere. The food was restaurant quality, meaning much higher than Busch Gardens or other theme parks we’ve visited. The park itself is adorable! I love the old town feel and how cute all the buildings, cars, restaurants, themed facades, etc. are perfectly placed. The old steam engine train ride through the mountains was a lot of fun, too! Don’t forget to check out her your bus while you’re there!
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August 2023 by Ashley Nelson
This was such a cute amusement park! The rides were fun for the whole family, food was fantastic, and there was plenty of other attractions to keep you busy! The lines were relatively short, and after getting rained out we had no wait at all. All of the staff members were so friendly and I cannot wait to go again!
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August 2023 by D. M.
Typical theme park, but I appreciated the variety of events and rides so that all ages could be satisfied. Not very long lines. Fairly priced kids meals. Kids three and under are free and almost all rides allow shorter kids to ride if they have someone over 14 with them. Drone show was cool and worth long line leaving park after it. Don't leave without trying the cinnamon bread.
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July 2023 by Jena Harnish
First time going and let me tell you what, it was great!!! ALL the roller-coasters were great. We even rode some of them twice. That is also how fast the staff at Dollywood is working to get people on rides. The staff is also so helpful if you need help finding food or a ride. We loved this place so much that we are going back for a second day. I would definitely recommend that you come here whether you have kids or not.
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July 2023 by Cassie Flory
We had the most amazing time despite the rain. Our children were finally tall enough to ride the big rides and even though that was all they could really do they enjoyed every minute we were there. The shops were adorable and incredible. All of the staff were absolutely wonderful! We were able to be present for the drone show at the end of the night! All in all an excellent time and memories we'll never forget!
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July 2023 by Darlene Kemp
We have annual passes to Dollywood. Each season brings new experiences for all to enjoy at the theme park. This trip, we appreciated the free water to keep us hydrated in the sunny, 90-degree weather. The train ride was fun and provided a nice breeze to cool off and relax. In the evening, the dance parties were a lot of fun. They really drew in the crowd. The fireworks show was beautiful. What made the day stand out was the drone show. I have to say, it was amazing! There were so many drones! The pictures they created in the sky were fabulous! Make sure you add Dollywood to your vacation destination this summer.
