How long does it take to see everything at Dollywood?

Plan For A Couple Days Dollywood has too much to experience in just one day. Having two full days will give you the real experience complete with great roller coasters, fun rides, live music, and delicious food. You'll be glad you gave yourself enough time to fully explore this 130-acre park.



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Yes, it can be done, but to have the most satisfying experience, it takes some strategic planning and prioritizing. Here's my guide and tips on making the best of Dollywood in a day: First, know that Dollywood is more than roller coasters.

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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.

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Visit on a Lighter Day 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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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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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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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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What payment types do you accept? Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, organizational checks & cash.

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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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Dollywood's Accessibility Guide states that “certain attractions may not accommodate individuals approaching 270 lbs. and/or 6-ft. -4-in height.” We made every effort to account for this and to be as thorough as possible when testing out each of these attractions.

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Least Frightening – Tennessee Tornado. At first glance, the Tennessee Tornado might seem intimidating. In reality, however, it's not quite as scary as it looks. Some visitors actually report that watching the ride is more frightening than navigating it in person.

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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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Dollywood's Golden Hour is one of the many benefits for Gold and Diamond Season Passholders. During the first hour of the park opening you get unlimited access to Timesaver lines!

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All rides are included as part of the ticket. Helpful? Train ride has always been part of your admission price, nothing extra.

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Once you pay admission the shows the trains the rides are all included.

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Walking Shoes Dollywood is a pretty sizable theme park and a bit hilly. You'll want to make sure you're wearing comfortable shoes to move around all day. Bonus if you don't mind them getting wet from a couple of water rides!

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Parking is $22.80 for all standard length vehicles, $27.35 for oversize length vehicles such as RVs and trailers. However, parking is FREE if you purchase a Dollywood Gold or Diamond Season Pass.

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If the park opens at 10 a.m., hosts will start scanning passes and tickets around 9:30. This gives us plenty of time to get inside the park gates, make one final restroom trip, have a family picture taken in front of the Dollywood sign, and get our children's height measured.

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