Free Museums in Jonathan Creek

"Another one of the top motion simulator rides in Pigeon Forge you need to experience is the Castle of Chaos at the Hollywood Wax Museum!. This breathtaking attraction takes motion simulators to the next level as each seat is equipped with a laser blaster!. Although you are seated in a theater, you will feel as if you are actually splashing over a massive waterfall or jumping from rooftop to rooftop!"

"The Hollywood Wax Museum is sure to grab your attention when you drive by!. This popular destination is being climbed by King Kong, in a scene reminiscent of the original 1933 monster movie starring the giant ape. The outside of the museum also features a Mount Rushmore-inspired carving with the faces of John Wayne, Elvis Presley, Marilyn Monroe, and Charlie Chaplin."

"The Guinness World Records Adventure is another one of the best museums in Gatlinburg TN. This popular attraction is all about the incredible feats and stunts that have made their way into the famous Guinness Book of World Records. Highlights of the newly remodeled museum include the world’s largest Pac-Man game, seats from Wrigley Field, Joe Louis’s championship belt, and a wall dedicated to Peyton Manning. In addition to all of these amazing artifacts, the Guinness World Records Adventure also features around 50 interactive exhibits and challenges that allow families to compete against one another."

"Another one of the unique museums in Gatlinburg is the Guinness World Records Adventure, where you can see the pages of the famous book come to life!. You are sure to be entertained and mesmerized by the authentic memorabilia, unbelievable exhibits, and themed galleries!. There are also 20 interactive games and challenges for you to play including Block Breaker, Quick Draw, Lumberjack Tree Hack, and Frisbee Toss."

"Explore the timeless faces of Southern Appalachian mountain folk and the rural farmers in the pencil and paint artwork at the Paul Murray Gallery!. This art gallery is located on Gatlinburg’s historic 8-mile loop road and is one of the highlights of the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community. Artist Paul Murray records the timeless faces of the pioneer lifestyle, and he has several art collections available, including the Appalachia Series, Mirrored Souls Collection, the Ouellette Series and The Last of the Legend Series."

"The Paul Murray Studio & Gallery displays the work of one of Gatlinburg’s most accomplished artists. After dropping out of school at age 13, Paul Murray became a professional painter and sketch artist. Murray’s work focuses on the rural residents of the Appalachian mountains."

"Boasting beautiful pieces from some of the area’s most esteemed artists, Master’s Editions on the Island brings fine art to Pigeon Forge. Top artists highlighted in this store include Jess Wathen, Abraham Hunter, and Rod Chase."

"Browse an inspirational collection of handcrafted artwork at the Love Life Live Life gallery in the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community!. This beautiful studio is owned by talented artist Kimberly Bylo, who creates all types of stunning pendants and earrings. Whether you are looking for a personal souvenir or a gift for a loved one, you won’t find fused glass jewelry like this anywhere else in the Smokies!"

"As one of the most fascinating art galleries in Gatlinburg TN, Heartwood Galleries presents an amazing collection of artwork that has been carved by a chainsaw!. While visiting the gallery, you can actually watch as thick logs are sculpted into graceful shapes such as life sized angels, gazelles, eagles and even the famous Smoky Mountain bears!. You can even bring in your own sketch to Heartwood Galleries to present your own idea for a custom order!"

"Completed a hike at Ramsey Cascades and saw this place nearby. We were really hungry and really like barbecue. This place has great food and fast service."

"Griff’s Kitchen and Bar debuted this fall with a relatively expansive takeout menu ranging from shrimp and grits to grain bowls. But the most popular dish by far, says chef and co-owner Ian Griffin, is the Griff’s burger, a blend of house-ground, locally sourced chuck, short rib, and brisket topped with caramelized onions, slow-cooked tomatoes, arugula, and roasted garlic aioli served with hand-cut fries. “I knew that if we were going to put a burger on the menu, it had to be good,” he says."

"Griff’s Kitchen and Bar will open in the Enka-Candler area Oct. 7 for takeout, with a modern-American menu of dishes like house-ground burgers, salmon salad, grilled pork shoulder buns and rotating vegetarian steam buns. Ian Griffin, chef and co-owner, worked in the kitchen at venues including All Soul’s Pizza, Panciuto and Garland. “We’re so excited to finally open,” co-owner Gina Griffin said in a release."

"Highway 209 is a gorgeous stretch of asphalt that’ll take you up by Lake Junaluska, right along the Pigeon River, and eventually, to Haywood 209 Cafe. Here, they’re whipping up overflowing breakfast plates and serving locally-roasted coffee from Smoky Mountain Roasters—all for shockingly reasonable prices. Don’t leave without trying the Toad in a Hole for breakfast!"

"Mad Dog’s Creamery and Donuts is a paradise for anyone with a sweet tooth!. Visitors will find an impressive selection of treats to enjoy, including hand dipped ice cream, soft serve, banana splits, sundaes, milkshakes, donuts, funnel cakes, and even more decadent desserts. Mad Dog’s has a great open air seating area that overlooks a running creek so you can enjoy your ice cream in the sunshine."

"Mad Dog’s is your one stop sweet shop in premium ice cream, funnel cakes, and donuts!. With over 20 ice cream flavors everyone in your family is sure to find something they like!. Feel free to bring your four-legged friends and spoil them to some doggie treats and toys."

"On this hike you get the benefit of seeing two Smoky Mountain Waterfalls. The first is the 80 feet high Toms Branch Falls. The park service has installed benches so you can sit and admire the falls."

"Hikers will reach Indian Creek Falls via the Deep Creek Trail, which was one of the first trails constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the early 1930s. In addition to visiting the 45-foot waterfall, hikers will also pass by the 80-foot Toms Branch Falls along the way. This is another great hike for early spring wildflowers."

"A quintessential Appalachian waterfall, Hen Wallow spans 90 vertical feet and spills silvery currents of water over ink-dark slabs of rock. Mosses cover the nearby cliffs, and salamanders swim in the pool below the falls. (30 salamander species..."

"Hen Wallow Creek, only two feet wide at the top of the falls, fans out to 20 feet at the base. The waterfall is 90 feet high, ranking it among the tallest in the National Park.5"