Can you use debit cards at Dollywood?

At Dollywood's DreamMore Resort you don't pay a resort fee. Credit/debit cards are authorized at check-in for the anticipated total of your stay. Use of debit cards are discouraged as banking institutions place a hold on your account for the anticipated total of your stay as part of the authorization process.



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What payment types do you accept? Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, organizational checks & cash.

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There's so much to see and do at Dollywood. Since you'll likely be there all day (or two), a backpack is probably one of the best bags to bring if you must bring something. Better than a purse, carrying a bag on your back will keep you hands-free and give you an extra place to store your beverage, keys and keepsakes.

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Free Water Stations Dollywood always offers guests free ice water at any culinary location to make sure everyone stays hydrated while having fun. We've installed water bottle refill stations around the park so you can fill up your own water bottle without waiting in line at a food location!

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Dollywood does not permit visitors to bring food or drinks into the park, although attendees are welcome to leave to eat elsewhere and return that same day. Otherwise, a variety of excellent options for dining and snacks are available onsite.

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Weapons and alcoholic beverages are not permitted on Dollywood Property.

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As for the rush through the gate, we often see crowds from around 10 a.m. until about noon. The secret is to arrive early so you can be in line before that rush. Or, wait until early afternoon so you can capitalize on playtime while a lot of folks are looking for lunch.

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Dollywood does not permit visitors to bring food or drinks into the park, although attendees are welcome to leave to eat elsewhere and return that same day. Otherwise, a variety of excellent options for dining and snacks are available onsite.

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Spring and Winter are less visited seasons at Dollywood. Generally, you'll find Dollywood is most crowded in summer and fall. While going to Dollywood in the low season is ideal, visiting on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday during summer is the best way to dodge crowds and long lines.

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Should you bring them or do we have them? We recommend you bring towels for your day at the water park. While towels are available to purchase, they are not provided. (If you're in the market, we offer two Dollywood's Splash Country towels for $25.)

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It's also easy to forget Dollywood is really a park tailor-made for uncooperative weather. A majority of outdoor attractions operate in steady, light rain and only close when there is lightning and heavier downpours.

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Tickets and airfare For people aged 10 to 61, a one-day Dollywood ticket costs $89. Kids aged 3 and under can enter the park for free, while those aged 4 to 9, plus seniors 62 and over, get a discount of 10 silver dollars, making their tickets $79.

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Before entering the Dollywood park, all bags must be searched by park staff or security. To expedite this process, here are a few tips: Bring in as few bags as possible. Have your bag open and ready to search before reaching the gate.

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In addition to refillable mugs, Dollywood also offers refillable popcorn buckets. There's nothing quite as satisfying as filling up on delicious kettle corn as you walk to the next fun activity in the park, and you'll only have to pay for the bucket once, and refills are $0.99!

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In fact, if you are within at least three hours of Dollywood, a day trip is very feasible for you! No, you definitely won't get to do all the amazing things that Dollywood offers, but you can certainly hit the highlights!

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If you've got an open schedule and can afford to plan your whole trip around the best time to visit Dollywood, opt for April or September, both sunny and beautiful times of year without being too hot. (Make sure if you go in spring to avoid Spring Break week, though.)

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Dollywood is a large theme park, but perhaps more importantly, a very hilly theme park. If you have even moderate mobility issues, you might be intimidated.

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there are large rides in each area, but again the layout makes it impossible to re-do several of your favorites with out having to walk forever. in a 10 hour span we walked almost 22,000 steps (9 miles). a tiring day to say the least.

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Standard Parking However, parking is FREE if you purchase a Dollywood Gold or Diamond Season Pass. Initial parking fee is non-refundable for Gold and Diamond Season Passholders. Free parking applies for visits after Gold or Diamond Season Passes are purchased.

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