Sevierville Attractions
Sevierville is the quieter end of the corridor — Dolly's hometown, the Tanger outlets, and a few things worth the short drive north. Here's what our team recommends.
Dig’n Zone Theme Park
A family-owned construction theme park in Sevierville where kids and adults operate real excavators, rollers and farm equipment.
Dolly Parton Statue
A bronze statue of a young Dolly Parton with her guitar on the Sevier County Courthouse lawn in downtown Sevierville, free to visit.
Forbidden Caverns
A show cave beneath English Mountain in Sevierville, with a guided tour past rare onyx, natural chimneys and an underground stream.
Governor's Crossing Stadium 14
A first-run movie theater in Sevierville near Tanger Outlets, with reclining seats, reserved seating and a premium large-format screen.
Harrisburg Covered Bridge
An 1875 covered bridge over the East Fork of the Little Pigeon River east of Sevierville, still open to traffic and free to visit.
NASCAR SpeedPark
A racing-themed park in Sevierville with go-kart tracks for every age, mini golf, bumper boats, rides and a big indoor arcade.
Parrot Mountain and Gardens
A hillside bird park in Pigeon Forge where you can feed tropical birds and stroll beautifully landscaped gardens.
Rainforest Adventures Zoo
A mostly indoor zoo in Sevierville with tropical animals, live shows, a petting zoo and behind-the-scenes otter and sloth encounters.
Ripley's Old MacDonald's Farm Mini Golf
Barnyard-themed mini golf in Sevierville with animated farm animals, water features and an on-site arcade.
Scenic Helicopter Tours
A family-owned helicopter tour company in Sevierville flying over Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg and the Great Smoky Mountains since 1972.
Sevierville Golf Club
The City of Sevierville’s public golf club, with the River and Highlands championship courses, a 9-hole option and a Toptracer range.
SkyLand Ranch
A Wild West farm attraction on the Parkway in Sevierville, home to the Wild Stallion Mountain Coaster, hayrides and miniature animals.
Smoky Mountain Knife Works
A giant knife and outdoor showroom in Sevierville with museum-quality displays and a Relic Room of fossils, gems and meteorites.
Soaky Mountain Waterpark
A big outdoor water park in Sevierville with water coasters, a giant wave pool, an adventure river and areas for little ones.
The Apple Barn
A family-owned apple farm in Sevierville with a cider bar, winery, candy factory, creamery, shops and the Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant.
Things to do in Sevierville, TN
Sevierville sits at the north end of the Parkway, the first town you reach coming in from Interstate 40. It has a water park, go-karts, caves, gardens, outlet shopping, and a historic downtown where Dolly Parton's statue stands outside the courthouse. And it's all just a short drive from Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg.
Family fun
Several go-kart tracks for every age and skill level, plus rides, mini golf, bumper boats, and a big arcade. It's an easy place to spend an afternoon with kids.
Sevierville's 50-acre outdoor water park, with water coasters, a giant wave pool, and splash areas for little ones. It's open in the warmer months, so check the season before you go.
Ripley's Old MacDonald's Farm Mini Golf
Farm-themed mini golf that's a hit with younger kids.
Rainforest Adventures Discovery Zoo
A small zoo with animals from around the world, a good rainy-day stop for families with young children.
For more ideas, see our list of kid-friendly attractions in Sevierville.
Nature and gardens
A peaceful stop with gardens and a large collection of tropical birds. Walk the paths, meet the birds, and take in the mountain views.
A guided tour through an underground cave with a stream, tall chimneys, and a wall of cave onyx. It stays 58 degrees all year and is open from April through late November.
A mountaintop park near Sevierville with views, food, shopping, and outdoor activities.
Museums and history
The Tennessee Museum of Aviation displays vintage military aircraft and aviation history. Downtown, find the Dolly Parton statue on the courthouse lawn, then explore the shops and restaurants along the historic streets. See our guide to things to do in historic downtown Sevierville.
Shopping
Sevierville is home to Tanger Outlets, an open-air outlet center on the Parkway, and Smoky Mountain Knife Works, a 108,000-square-foot showroom for knives, outdoor gear, kitchen tools, and collectibles. The Apple Barn is a local favorite for cider, fried pies, and country shopping. See all Sevierville shopping.
Outdoor and local experiences
Golfers can choose from several courses. See our guide to the best golf courses in Sevierville. In season, visit the farmers markets and u-pick farms for strawberries, blueberries, and fall pumpkins. Driving in on Interstate 40? Stop at the Buc-ee's in Sevierville.
Free things to do
Plenty of Sevierville costs nothing. Visit the Dolly Parton statue, stroll downtown, browse the Apple Barn and Smoky Mountain Knife Works, or drive into the national park, which has no entrance fee. See our full list of free things to do in Sevierville.
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Frequently asked questions
What is there to do in Sevierville, TN?
Sevierville has NASCAR SpeedPark, Soaky Mountain Waterpark, Parrot Mountain and Gardens, Forbidden Caverns, Smoky Mountain Knife Works, the Tennessee Museum of Aviation, Tanger Outlets, and a historic downtown with the Dolly Parton statue.
What can kids do in Sevierville?
Go-karts at NASCAR SpeedPark, the water park, farm-themed mini golf, and the Rainforest Adventures Discovery Zoo are all family favorites.
How far is Sevierville from Pigeon Forge?
Sevierville is just north of Pigeon Forge on the Parkway, a short drive depending on traffic.
Where is the Dolly Parton statue?
The statue stands outside the Sevier County Courthouse in downtown Sevierville. See our guide to finding the Dolly Parton statue.
Stay close to it all. Browse our Sevierville cabins, see where to eat with our guide to Sevierville restaurants, or explore more things to do in Pigeon Forge.