How many hours do I need at Dollywood?

I typically squeeze in my trips to Dollywood in one day, and I've enjoyed every one of them. The one time I took two days to visit Dollywood, I enjoyed it even more! Some would say three days is even better! For some of us, however, we are burdened by time constraints and all we have is one day at Dollywood.



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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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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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According to the Dollywood website, opt for a visit that falls before or after a major holiday, as the park will be less crowded. If you're taking weather into consideration, April or September may yield the best days to enjoy the park since it's typically sunny without being too hot.

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Weapons and alcoholic beverages are not permitted on Dollywood Property.

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

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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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Regular Dollywood Prices As of November 2022, Dollywood prices are $89 for a standard one day adult pass, $109 for two days, and $119 packages for three days.

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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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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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In previous years, visitors who purchased tickets and entered Dollywood after 3 PM were alloewd to return the following day for free. This program has been discontinued and tickets purchased after 3 PM are not valid for reentry the following day. In order to return, you will have to purchase another ticket.

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Overall, summer and fall are busier times to visit the Smokies and the cooler times of year like winter and spring see fewer crowds. While you may dislike crowds, this also shows that most people enjoy exploring the mountains and seeing attractions in warmer, dryer weather.

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Silver BAFF tickets have blackout dates of Fridays, Saturdays, and 3/24/23 - 4/8/23, 10/2/23 - 10/15/23, 11/24/23 - 1/6/24 at Dollywood and Fridays, Saturdays and 7/3/23 - 7/9/23 at Dollywood's Splash Country(if purchasing a Two-Park Silver Pass).

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With world-class coasters, award-winning food, and Southern hospitality, Dollywood is a top pick. The park, created by Dolly Parton, is also reasonably priced and offers luxury accommodations.

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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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