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Authentic Cuban Cuisine in the Smokies

Closeup of Cuban dinner with focus on fried sweet plantains. Marinated roast pork with black beans and rice complete the meal.Cuban food is one of the most unique cuisines in the world. A fusion of Spanish, African, Caribbean and indigenous traditions, cuban recipes have become increasingly popular in the United States. The best place to find authentic cuban food in Pigeon Forge is at Smokies Cuban Cafe. Located right around the corner from our Pigeon Forge condo rentals, this small diner serves expertly prepared cuban favorites.

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Find Buried Treasure in Pigeon Forge

How would you like to mine for precious stones and jewels? Located minutes away from our condos in Pigeon Forge, the Pigeon Forge Gem Mine gives guests the chance to be old-timey prospectors for a day. Equipped with their very own mining kit, children will have a blast sifting through sand and rocks to find their own buried treasure.

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Happy Days At Mel’s Diner in Pigeon Forge

Are you nostalgic for the bygone days of jukeboxes, leather jackets and rock ‘n’ roll? Take a trip down memory lane with a meal at Mel’s Classic Diner. Located minutes away from our Pigeon Forge condos, Mel’s is a 50’s diner that serves classic American food. Spend a few minutes in Mel’s Classic Diner, and you’ll swear that you’ve time traveled to a real malt shop!

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Satisfy Your Candy Craving in Pigeon Forge

If you’ve got chocolate, taffy and fudge on the brain, the only solution is a trip to the Country Candy Kitchen. Located minutes away from our condos in Pigeon Forge, TN, the Country Candy Kitchen is a family owned business run by Pigeon Forge natives Marcia and Howey Reagan. With a combined total of nearly forty years in the candy business, the Reagans have made the Candy Kitchen a fixture of Pigeon Forge’s famous Parkway.    

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You’ll Be Hooked On Huck Finn’s Catfish

If you are looking for an authentic Southern meal close to our Pigeon Forge condo rentals, you can’t do better than Huck Finn’s Catfish. This family owned and operated restaurant specializes in serving up premium fried catfish and other local favorites. With over 50 years of restaurant experience, the owners of Huck Finn’s Catfish are masters of Southern cuisine and hospitality.  

Skydive Without Jumping Out Of A Plane

Couple skydivingMillions of people dream of flying through the air, with the wind rushing at their face. However, many would-be-skydivers never get the chance to realize their dreams because they are afraid of jumping out of a plane. Fortunately, there is a new way to experience the sensation of skydiving without any of the danger! Located right around the corner from our condos in Pigeon Forge, Flyaway Indoor Skydiving is the first attraction of its kind.

Visit Tokyo in Tennessee

Sushi chef holding a plate of sushiTokyo is a lot closer than you think! You don’t need to book a 20 hour flight halfway around the world to get authentic Japanese cuisine. Little Tokyo Hibachi Grill and Sushi Bar is the best Japanese restaurant in the Smokies. Located minutes away from our Pigeon Forge condos, Little Tokyo offers unique food for reasonable prices.   

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Take A Tour Of The Best Fishing Spots In The Smokies

With over 3,000 miles of crystal clear waterways and 11 area lakes, the Great Smoky Mountains is one the best areas for fishing in the South East. Whether you’re an expert angler or a novice, Rocky Top Outfitters has everything you need for a fun filled day of fishing. Located right around the corner from our Great Smoky Mountains National Park lodging, Rocky Top Outfitters is a fully stocked fly and tackle shop that offers guided fishing trips throughout the region.

WonderWorks Museum in Pigeon Forge

Explore The Mysteries of WonderWorks

Have you ever noticed the upside down building in Pigeon Forge? According to legend, this mystical building was once a top secret research laboratory on an island in the Bermuda Triangle. Profesor Wonder and his team of world renowned scientists created a man made tornado that lifted their lab right off the ground and transplanted it in East Tennessee. Today, their laboratory is known as WonderWorks, and it is one of most popular family attractions in the Smokies. Located minutes away from our condos in Pigeon Forge, WonderWorks offers over 100 interactive exhibits for all ages.