Dollywood Theme Park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, combines rides, shows, museums, crafts, and other attractions under one admission ticket. Check the park calendar before you go, then choose a ticket for your visit and decide whether you want general or preferred parking.
- Location: Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, off I-40 at Exit 407.
- Admission includes rides, shows (except special-ticketed events), museums, crafts, and other attractions; paid games are separate.
- The operating calendar shows park dates and hours, which vary.
- General parking includes complimentary tram service from Lots A–E to the main entrance.
Choosing Dollywood tickets
Dollywood admission includes rides, shows except special-ticketed events, museums, crafts, and other attractions, but not paid games.
Ticket types, prices, and terms can vary. Check the park’s ticket page for current choices and prices before buying. Dollywood says child and senior discounts are available for daily tickets. A Season Pass has separate terms, so compare those with a single-day ticket if you are considering more than one visit.
For a look at how the park developed, read about Dollywood’s history, from Silver Dollar City to today.
Checking park hours and seasonal calendars
Dollywood’s operating calendar shows the park’s operating dates and hours, and schedules vary.
Check the calendar for the date you plan to visit rather than relying on a general schedule. Park hours are subject to change, and show schedules are typically published no later than two weeks in advance; those schedules can change too. If a particular show is part of your plan, verify its schedule close to your visit.
Parking and arriving at the entrance
General parking serves several lots, with complimentary trams from Lots A–E to Dollywood’s main entrance.
General parking costs $25 per vehicle, according to Dollywood. Oversize vehicles such as RVs and trailers cost $30. General Parking is free for Gold and Diamond Season Passholders, though the initial parking fee is non-refundable; free parking applies to visits after the pass is purchased.
Lot F is within a short walking distance of the entrance, but it does not include transportation. Preferred Parking costs extra and is close to the park, with no tram ride required, a separate ticket window, and an exclusive entrance.
General parking purchases for Dollywood Parks can be transferred between the parks, allowing a visit to both in one day. Check Dollywood’s official site before you go for current parking details and prices.
How do you get from downtown Pigeon Forge to Dollywood?
Dollywood is in Pigeon Forge, southeast of Knoxville, and the park is off I-40 at Exit 407.
From Super 8, Dollywood is about a 21-minute drive. If you are coming from elsewhere, follow the route to Exit 407 and use the park’s current directions for the final approach.
Planning rides, shows, and meal breaks
Plan around the rides and shows you most want to see, while leaving room for the rest of the park’s included attractions.
Check the operating calendar first, then consult the show schedule when it is available; Dollywood typically publishes show schedules no later than two weeks ahead. Admission covers rides, shows other than special-ticketed events, museums, crafts, and other attractions. Paid games are not included, so account for those separately if they are part of your plans.
If you are weighing a separate water-park day, planning a day at Dollywood’s Splash Country covers that park.
What to verify before setting out
Before leaving, confirm the operating date and hours, show schedule, ticket terms, and parking options for your visit.
Hours and show schedules can change, and parking charges and pass benefits have specific terms. Check the official site before you go for the latest details. If you are also planning time in town, The Island in Pigeon Forge is another local attraction to consider.
FAQs
What does a Dollywood admission ticket include?
Admission includes rides, shows except special-ticketed events, museums, crafts, and other attractions. Paid games are not included.
How can you check Dollywood’s hours?
Use Dollywood’s operating calendar, which shows operating dates and hours. Schedules vary and can change.
Do Dollywood parking lots have trams?
Complimentary trams take guests from General Parking Lots A–E to the main entrance. Lot F is within a short walking distance and has no transportation service.