- Best Lodging 2018 -
Best Cabin Rentals 2018
🏆 1st Place:
Aunt Bug's Cabin Rentals
Aunt Bug's Cabin Rentals is the recognized leader in prestigious luxury cabin rentals in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, & The Smoky Mountains. Whether you are looking for a cabin with a spectacular mountain view or a premier cabin on the Little Pigeon... [+ More]
Best Hotel 2018
🏆 1st Place:
Margaritaville
Inspired by the lyrics and lifestyle of singer, songwriter and author Jimmy Buffett, Margaritaville Island Hotel located in the Great Smoky Mountains is the perfect setting to escape the everyday, discover a new outlook and just chill.
...2nd Place:
The Inn At Christmas Place
3rd Place:
Dollywood DreamMore
Best Condos 2018
🏆 1st Place:
RiverStone Resort
If you’re looking to truly get away from it all on your next Smoky Mountain vacation, consider checking in at Riverstone Resort. This luxurious lodge offers a variety of accommodations: From condo-style towers to cozy log cabins, you’ll love maki... [+ More]
Best Campground 2018
🏆 1st Place:
KOA Pigeon Forge
Now open all year! Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg KOA is located on the Little Pigeon River in the heart of Pigeon Forge at the foothills of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, this campground has sites for every camper's needs! We offer waterfront Tent...
2nd Place:
Clabough's Campground
3rd Place:
Pigeon River Campground
Best Pet Friendly Lodging 2018
🏆 1st Place:
Cabins for You
From cozy 1-bedroom cottages perfect for honeymoons to luxurious large-group lodges spacious enough for retreats and reunions, Cabins For You has the perfect cabin to fit your vacation style and budget. Our Pigeon Forge cabins put you near the heart ... [+ More]
- Best Dining 2018 -
Best Breakfast 2018
🏆 1st Place:
The Old Mill
Get a taste of true Southern hospitality at The Old Mill Restaurant. We’re known for our old-fashioned, classic Southern food; and we’ve gained reputation as one of the best restaurants in the Smokies. We’re a favorite local spot and attract...
Best Pancakes 2018
🏆 1st Place:
Pancake Pantry
Take one look at the line that wraps around the building each morning and you'll get an idea of how integral the Pancake Pantry is to the culture of Nashville. Since 1961, we've been serving scratch-made pancakes and much more to visitors and loca...
2nd Place:
Log Cabin Pancake House
3rd Place:
Flapjacks
Best Ribs 2018
🏆 1st Place:
Bennett's Pit Bar-B-Que
Our pit master smokes ribs, chicken, sausage, beef and pork to make it mouth watering. Located the heart of Pigeon Forge. This is Bruce's first restaurant in Pigeon Forge which began over 20 years ago, and it remains family owned and operated. Lon... [+ More]
2nd Place:
Calhoun's
3rd Place:
Corky's
Best Steak 2018
🏆 1st Place:
Alamo Steakhouse & Saloon
Our hand cut, aged Black Angus steaks are cooked over an oak fire, making our steaks. Locals have voted "Best Steak" for Alamo Steakhouse six years! A great location brings you fantastic Texas-style steaks and unique appetizers such as stuffed mus... [+ More]
2nd Place:
Texas Roadhouse
3rd Place:
The Peddler Steakhouse
Best Barbecue 2018
🏆 1st Place:
Bennett's Pit Bar-B-Que
Our pit master smokes ribs, chicken, sausage, beef and pork to make it mouth watering. Located the heart of Pigeon Forge. This is Bruce's first restaurant in Pigeon Forge which began over 20 years ago, and it remains family owned and operated. Lon... [+ More]
2nd Place:
Corky's
3rd Place:
Calhoun's
Best Southern Cooking 2018
🏆 1st Place:
The Old Mill
Get a taste of true Southern hospitality at The Old Mill Restaurant. We’re known for our old-fashioned, classic Southern food; and we’ve gained reputation as one of the best restaurants in the Smokies. We’re a favorite local spot and attract...
2nd Place:
Paula Deen's Family Kitchen
Best Kid Friendly Dining 2018
🏆 1st Place:
Big Daddy's Pizzeria
Gourmet Ingredients. Wood fired. Hand-Crafted Dough. World Class Pizza + arcade in Pigeon Forge. A 550 degree wood fired oven, handcrafted dough, and homemade sauces combine to make this the best pizza you've ever eaten. If you appreciate the fine... [+ More]
3rd Place:
Chick-Fil-A
- Best Refreshments 2018 -
Best Moonshine 2018
🏆 1st Place:
Ole Smoky Moonshine
We're Appalachian born and bred. The Ole Smoky families are among the first to step foot in the Smoky Mountains. Like other families, we have honed the art of whiskey making in order to survive during tough economic times. We're among friends here...
2nd Place:
Sugarlands Distillery
3rd Place:
Tennessee XXX
Best Winery 2018
🏆 1st Place:
The Apple Barn
Located on the banks of the Little Pigeon River in the Apple Barn Village, the Apple Barn Winery is surrounded by the world-famous Apple Barn General Store & Cider Mill, two great restaurants, a bakery, a candy store, an ice cream shop, and a Chri...
2nd Place:
Mountain Valley Winery
3rd Place:
Sugarlands Cellars
Best Bar 2018
🏆 1st Place:
Smoky Mountain Brewery
Smoky Mountain Brewery is the oldest craft brewery in East Tennessee. No single element impacts the success of a menu more than high-quality ingredients. We start with the best quality so that the best quality is what ends up on your plate. We als...
2nd Place:
Margaritaville
3rd Place:
The Local Goat
- Best Attractions 2018 -
Best Indoor Attraction 2018
🏆 1st Place:
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
Marvel at every creature of the ocean without getting wet! From playful penguins to fierce-looking sharks, this amazing aquatic world is educational and fun... the highlight of downtown Gatlinburg. A full day of fun is just a short walk or trolley... [+ More]
Best Arcade 2018
🏆 1st Place:
Arcade City
Shoot, y'all, this is really fun! Shoot some hoops, take down a few bad guys, master the claw and cross the finish line first - there are endless ways to get your game on at Arcade City! Come in and save big with our play card specials! Also, don't f... [+ More]
2nd Place:
Ripley's Super Fun Zone
Best Dinner Theater 2018
🏆 1st Place:
Great Smoky Mountain Murder Mystery Dinner Show
For over 12 years The Great Smoky Mountain Murder Mystery Dinner Show in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee has been entertaining Pigeon Forge with its unique brand of murder, mayhem, and mystery. Loyal followers including returning tourists and local residents... [+ More]
Best Escape Room 2018
🏆 1st Place:
The Escape Game
The #1 Rated “Escape Room” and “Fun & Games” Attraction on TripAdvisor Pigeon Forge. Located on The Island in Pigeon Forge, The Escape Game is Pigeon Forge’s #1 escape room and immersive adventure. As a premier provider of escape rooms, ... [+ More]
2nd Place:
The Tomb
Best Golf Course 2018
🏆 1st Place:
Sevierville Golf Club
Select from two beautiful courses nestled in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains. Perfect location for golf and gatherings. You are hereby invited to experience The Sevierville Golf Club which is located at the base of the Great Smoky Mountains in t... [+ More]
2nd Place:
Gatlinburg Golf Course
3rd Place:
Creekside Golf Course
Best Museum 2018
🏆 1st Place:
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
Marvel at every creature of the ocean without getting wet! From playful penguins to fierce-looking sharks, this amazing aquatic world is educational and fun... the highlight of downtown Gatlinburg. A full day of fun is just a short walk or trolley... [+ More]
Best Shop 2018
🏆 1st Place:
Smoky Mountain Cat House
The Cat House is a place to relax, were you can be yourself and show off your favorite cat pictures or share a story with like minded cat lovers. We feature the "things" that make us and our cats happy, but most of all we hope to be your home away...
2nd Place:
Three Bears General Store
3rd Place:
The Incredible Christmas Place
Best Show 2018
🏆 1st Place:
Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud
[wpv-noautop]It’s Feudin' Feastin' Family Fun at The Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud! Become part of the longest running feud in history and help the Hatfields and McCoys try to settle their differences mountain-style. Whether you’re city-folk or c... [+ More]
- Best Outdoors 2018 -
Best Go Karts 2018
🏆 1st Place:
The Track
The Track Family Fun Parks feature the Southeast’s premier go-karting and family fun centers including The Track Family Fun Parks in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Each of our five parks features The Track’s signature three and a half story elevate...
2nd Place:
NASCAR Speedpark
Best Hike 2018
🏆 1st Place:
Cades Cove
Over 2 million visitors annually come to enjoy the scenic beauty of Cades Cove and its many historic structures. Popular activities here include hiking, biking, touring the 11-mile Cades Cove loop road and observing wildlife. Whether blanketed in ... [+ More]
2nd Place:
Laurel Falls
Best Horseback Riding 2018
🏆 1st Place:
Smoky Mountain Riding Stables
A good horse beneath you. A blue sky above. Just the creaking of saddle leather and the smell of fresh air. That's the beauty of a visit to Smoky Mountain Riding Stables. Enjoy a peaceful view of the Great Smoky Mountains on the back of a well tra...
2nd Place:
Jayell Ranch
2nd Place:
Walden's Creek Riding Stables
Best Mini Golf 2018
🏆 1st Place:
Crave Golf Club
Be one of the first to experience CRAVE! One of Pigeon Forge’s newest and hottest attractions, Crave Golf Club has taken Mini - Golf to the next level and set the standard for excitement and fun for all ages! At CRAVE you will be able to take your... [+ More]
2nd Place:
Old MacDonald's Farm
3rd Place:
Hillbilly Golf
Best Rafting 2018
🏆 1st Place:
Rafting in the Smokies
“One day here makes a lifetime of memories!” Whether high in the treetops or down in the rapids, get ready for action-packed outdoor adventure! Take in Rafting, Zip Lining, Ropes Challenge Course, Rock Climbing Wall and a 150 foot swinging br... [+ More]
2nd Place:
Rip Roaring Whitewater Adventures
Best Zipline 2018
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🏆 1st Place:
Foxfire Mountain Adventures
Soar from mountain top to mountain top with professionally certified guides. Fly like a bird through the magical forest and walk on the longest swinging bridge in America. 15 Breathtaking Zip Lines. Over 150 Awe-inspiring Acres. Offering the best ... [+ More]
2nd Place:
Smoky Mountain Ziplines & Canopy Tours
3rd Place:
Climbworks
