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Do you need 1 or 2 days for Dollywood?

The amusement park can be done in one day, but you will have to skip a lot. In the summer lines for rides can consume some time, so you might want to consider two days at the park. Also, you cannot fit in all the shows and still do all the rides in just one day.



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Complimentary transportation is available between Dollywood and Dollywood's Splash Country via the parking lot trams for all guests wishing to travel to both parks on the same day. You will receive a parking permit when you pay $30 at the tollbooth.

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Not only is Dollywood less crowded in the spring, but the weather is great, too. March through May have mild temperatures in the 60s and 70s and reduced humidity. This creates a pleasant environment for many entertaining outdoor activities for the whole family.

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Reservations are no longer required for your visit to Dollywood Parks and Resorts. Any existing reservations will be honored.

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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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TimeSaver Line Management Pass. More Time, Less Wait! TimeSaver allows you expedited access to lines at select rides. While all rides and shows are still FREE with your paid admission, TimeSaver helps you maximize your visit so you can spend less time waiting in line.

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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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With its recent rise of prices, one day at Disney's Magic Kingdom now costs families $99 per person. For the same level of entertainment and excitement, a family can go to Dollywood for only $46 per child (ages 4-11), $58 per adult (ages 12-59) and $53 for seniors (ages 60+).

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Dollywood hasn't achieved its goal of being more popular than Disneyworld yet, but it beat Disneyland and was named one of the best amusement parks in the world. PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. — We've long known Dolly Parton is a world-class icon. Now, her Dollywood amusement park in Pigeon Forge is, as well!

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Dollywood is truly for everyone and certainly, in some ways, adults will get more out of a visit to this exciting theme park than young children. But this theme park is just the start of what Pigeon Forge has to offer.

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And the same can be said about the Dollywood Entertainment offerings. From age 1 to 101, there's a little something for everyone on the Dollywood show schedule.

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You may leave the park and come back same-day, but Dollywood must stamp your hand. Make sure you have your ticket to show at the gate when you return. You can bring your own or Dollywood offers strollers for rent on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Tips for your first trip to Dollywood's Splash Country
  1. Get there early. ...
  2. Use the lockers at the wave pool area. ...
  3. Flip flops and water shoes. ...
  4. Bring refillable water bottles. ...
  5. Eating lunch around normal lunch hours. ...
  6. Top items to bring. ...
  7. Don't be afraid to go on rainy days. ...
  8. Head to the beginning of the park if things get busy.


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

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Spanning 160 acres in the Great Smoky Mountains, Dollywood theme park offers more than 50 world-class rides, high-energy entertainment, award-winning dining and the friendliest theme park atmosphere in the world!

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