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Top 5 Things to Do in Pigeon Forge for Couples

Couple holding hands in the mountains
February 6, 2018

Have you ever dreamed of riding in a carriage side by side with the one you love, or going for a hike together and seeing breathtaking mountain views? It’s time to make that dream a reality. When you visit Pigeon Forge for a romantic getaway, you can do both these things and more! To help you have the best time with your sweetheart, we’ve come up with the top 5 things to do in Pigeon Forge for couples.

1. Go for a Carriage Ride

You’ll feel like you’re living a fairytale when you go on a carriage ride! Heritage Carriage Rides offers rides on a horse-drawn carriage through Pigeon Forge, and ladies will receive a long-stem rose. The carriage ride is perfect for special occasions like honeymoons, anniversaries and Valentine’s Day, or just because! It’s the perfect way to spend time with each other and live out your fairytale dreams.

couple hiking in the smokies2. Go Hiking

If you’re the couple who loves working out together and being active, then you’ll love going for a hike in the beautiful Smoky Mountains when you visit Pigeon Forge. Hiking is a great way to exercise while taking in the beauty of nature around you. You don’t have to love exercise to love going for a hike with your significant other! The Great Smoky Mountains National Park has trails that range in levels of difficulty, so anyone from beginners to advanced hikers will be able to enjoy. You’ll get to see incredible views on your hike that you haven’t seen anywhere else and get to spend quality time with the one you love!

3. Ride the Great Smoky Mountain Wheel

Riding the Great Smoky Mountain Wheel is one of the top things that couples love to do in Pigeon Forge. The Great Smoky Mountain Wheel is a 200-foot-tall wheel that offers breathtaking views of Pigeon Forge and the Smoky Mountains. Hop into one of the glass gondolas with your sweetheart and get ready to see the Smokies like never before! The ride is located in The Island, where you can enjoy food, shopping, rides, games and more.

romantic-dinner-for-two4. Enjoy a Romantic Dinner for Two

You’ll have good food and good company when you dine in Pigeon Forge with the one you love. Two popular restaurants for couples are Bullfish Grill and Alamo Steakhouse. Bullfish Grill offers you only the freshest selections and serves you only the finest wines, lagers and ales. You’ll be able to dine on delicious seafood and hand-cut steaks! At Alamo Steakhouse, enjoy a tender steak that’s hand cut and seasoned in house and some hand-breaded mozzarella sticks. When you share a romantic dinner for two in Pigeon Forge, you’ll leave with both your stomachs and hearts full.

5. Go See a Show

Pigeon Forge is full of both hilarious and entertaining shows that make for a great date night! If you’re in the mood for a laugh, check out the Comedy Barn Theater Show or the Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Show. Both shows are filled with comedy, music and more! At Comedy Barn, you’ll get to experience magicians, jugglers and ventriloquists for a show that’s fun for all ages. At Hatfield & McCoys, not only will you watch side-splitting comedy, but there’ll be jaw-dropping stunts as well! You’ll get to laugh the night away beside the one you love when you see either of these shows.

pigeon forge hotel roomWhere to Stay

The Inn on the River is close to all the best things to do in Pigeon Forge for couples. If you’re planning a romantic getaway, you’ll love our deluxe rooms with fireplaces and Jacuzzis! You’ll be able to keep cozy in front of the fire, or relax after a busy day in the Jacuzzi. You’ll also have your very own balcony with views of the river! We have romance packages available as well that include things like champagne and champagne flutes, chocolate-dipped strawberries and flicker candles. Our hotel is the perfect place to relax and spend quality time with your sweetheart!

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