4 of the Best Gatlinburg Attractions that Kids of All Ages Will Love

Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

There’s a lot to do in Gatlinburg, but you may be wondering where you can go that all of your kids can enjoy. We know 4 of the best Gatlinburg attractions that kids of all ages will love! You’ll get in some great family bonding time, and get to see your kids’ faces light up at the fun experiences they’ll have whether it’s seeing a penguin, getting a hole in one, or enjoying a park slide!

1. Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies

Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies is one of the best Gatlinburg attractions for everyone and anyone! Inside you’ll find over 3,000 marine life creatures to see. Many exhibits are interactive so that you can even touch animals like stingrays, horseshoe crabs, and even jellyfish! Don’t worry they can’t sting you either. There are play areas to be explored, and fun facts  to learn. You can see other creatures like sharks, penguins, and sometimes even a sea turtle! There’s an experience for everyone in your group to try!

2. Gatlinburg Space Needle Arcadiaspace needle arcade gatlinburg attractions

If heights aren’t your thing, that’s okay because the Gatlinburg Space Needle has an awesome arcade down below it! There’s over 100 games inside their arcade with everything from a life size connect four, to racing games and the Walking Dead shooting game, to the classic skeeball. There’s something that everyone can have fun playing, and at the end of the day you can combine all of your tickets to win great prizes! If someone gets hungry while playing games there’s a pizza cafe inside the arcade so you can grab a bite and a drink.

3. Ripley’s Davy Crockett Mini Golf

Ripley’s Davy Crockett Mini Golf is themed after “the old days” and Tennessee hero, Davy Crockett. There are two courses to test your best putt-putt skills at. These mini golf courses are easily accessible and are in the shade so you can enjoy a sunny day without worrying about your kids being in the sun too much. Even smaller children will enjoy the sights and sounds of the course along with trying their best to hit a ball. This is another one of the best Gatlinburg attractions that makes for a great family bonding activity.

davy Crockett mini golf4. Mynatt Park

Mynatt Park is a free Gatlinburg attraction that the entire family can enjoy. You can come here to have a picnic at the large pavilion or by the peaceful river. There is a playground that’s perfect for smaller kids to run around and wear off some energy at. This park is even great if you want to teach your kids how to fish, as it is designated as a kids only fishing zone and the rivers are stocked with trout. Moreover, there are basketball and tennis courts, a baseball field, and plenty of open field room to throw a football or pass a frisbee. Mynatt Park is a great place to enjoy the outdoors and get in some family bonding time.

After a day of exploring fun Gatlinburg attractions you’ll probably have some whipped out kids, so when you head back to our family suites at Black Bear Inn and Suites there will be comfy beds waiting to cuddle up into. Start planning and make memories in Gatlinburg that everyone in the family will cherish.

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