Hollywood Wax Museum
Pigeon Forge Parkway · Four attractions in one building
A six-story Empire State Building with a giant ape climbing it, which makes this the hardest building to miss on the Parkway. Inside are two floors of wax figures built for posing rather than roped off — props, costumes, a red carpet. Three more attractions share the building: a mirror maze, a 5D shooting ride and a walk-through zombie haunt, with a single pass covering all four. Everything is indoors, so it holds up on a wet afternoon.
You can't miss the Hollywood Wax Museum in Pigeon Forge. Just look for King Kong, who hangs 102 feet above the Parkway from a six-story replica of the Empire State Building.
Inside, two floors of wax figures put you face to face with movie stars, music legends and pop culture icons. Three more attractions share the same building, so it's easy to turn one stop into a whole afternoon.
Strike a pose with the stars
At the Hollywood Wax Museum, you're encouraged to get close. Walk right up to the figures, grab a prop or costume, and jump into the scene. Lift weights with action heroes, perform on stage with famous singers, and walk the red carpet at a movie premiere. Bring a charged phone, because you'll take a lot of pictures.
The figures and sets change regularly, so there's often someone new to meet, even if you've been before. Just inside the front door, don't miss the chance to pose in King Kong's giant grip.
Three more attractions in one building
Castle of Chaos
A 5D ride where you stay seated but feel like you're flying, racing and crashing. Aim your laser blaster at the targets, and the top scorers show up on screen after every ride.
Hannah's Maze of Mirrors
Princess Hannah needs rescuing. Climb a musical staircase, cross an infinity drawbridge and find your way through a mirror maze inside the Castle of Savannah.
Outbreak: Dread the Undead
A walk-through haunt set in the Chemacorp Laboratory, where a gene experiment has gone very wrong. Expect zombies and plenty of jump scares. It's best for older kids and adults.
The All Access Pass covers all four attractions for one ticket price, which is the best value if you plan to do more than the wax museum.
Plan your visit
106 Showplace Blvd., Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
(865) 428-5228
Open 365 days a year: The museum is open every day, including holidays. Closing times change through the year, so check hours before you go.
Free parking: Turn onto Showplace Boulevard from the Parkway and park free in the museum's lot.
Accessible: The building is wheelchair accessible, including parking, the entrance, restrooms and seating.
Rainy-day pick: Everything is indoors, which makes it a great plan when the weather doesn't cooperate.
More indoor attractions nearby
Make it a museum day with the Titanic Museum, Alcatraz East Crime Museum and WonderWorks, all in Pigeon Forge. Car lovers can also visit the Hollywood Star Cars Museum in Gatlinburg. For more ideas, browse all our Pigeon Forge attractions.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Hollywood Wax Museum in Pigeon Forge?
At 106 Showplace Blvd., just off the Parkway in Pigeon Forge. Look for King Kong on the Empire State Building.
Is the Hollywood Wax Museum open every day?
Yes, it's open 365 days a year, including holidays. Closing times vary by season.
Can you take pictures with the wax figures?
Yes. Photos are encouraged, and props and costumes are provided so you can jump into each scene.
What other attractions are at the Hollywood Wax Museum?
Castle of Chaos (a 5D laser-blaster ride), Hannah's Maze of Mirrors and Outbreak: Dread the Undead (a zombie haunt). The All Access Pass covers all four.
Is parking free?
Yes. Parking is free in the museum's lot on Showplace Boulevard.
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