Going anywhere fun this summer?
If you’re thinking that the Florida heat is just too hot to bear, but you still want to have a great time at a fun theme park, we’d ask you, “Have you thought about visiting Dollywood?” (The answer is you should!) Dollywood is such a fun place and we definitely think it’s worth the visit if you find yourself heading to Tennessee. But before you do that, let’s go over unspoken rules about visiting Dollywood so you’re prepared for your next visit!
As we were saying, if Dollywood isn’t already on your bucket list, it should be! So, before you pack your bags to go, let’s go over a few unspoken rules you need to know to make the most of your visit!
Check the Dates
First things first, Dollywood isn’t open year-round like Disney World or Universal Studios. Their schedule varies, so you’ll have to make sure and check their calendar before planning your trip.
There’s nothing worse than showing up for a vacation online to find that the gates are locked up tight.
Consider a Multi-Day Trip
Now, hear me out. Dollywood’s multi-day tickets aren’t that much more expensive than a one-day pass, which means you can basically double your Dollywood fun for only a little bit extra.
Think about how stressful it can be trying to cram everything you want to do at a theme park into one day. With a multi-day ticket, you can pace yourself, and you’ll need to do that because there’s more to do there than you might think! If you didn’t know, they’ve also got a water park at Dollywood too — Dollywood Splash Country.
So, with that multi-day pass, if you head there during the warmer months, you can have the best of both worlds — thrills and chills.
Rope Drop the Popular Rides
If you’re a Disney World pro, you’ll already know this — get there early and rope drop because the alternative, Dollywood’s TimeSaver costs a pretty penny.
That’s why you’ve got to be strategic. If you rope drop, you can snag spots for the popular rides before the crowds show up.
You don’t want to be stuck in long lines all day!
Christmas at Dollywood is Pure Magic
So, maybe we’re a bit biased, but Dollywood at Christmastime is straight-up pure magic.
The entire park transforms into a winter wonderland, complete with twinkling lights, shows, and enough Christmas cheer to fill up Santa’s workshop. If you’re in the area in December, you won’t regret taking a trip there!
Getting the Cinnamon Bread is Non-Negotiable!
Listen, there’s a reason why we left this one for last. Dollywood’s cinnamon bread is legendary, and you have to try it! (It’s practically a rite of passage.)
The cinnamon bread is baked fresh daily at the Grist Mill. It’s warm, gooey, and worth every calorie. Trust me, after one bite, you’ll be hooked.
So, there you have it. These unspoken rules will have you conquering Dollywood like a pro!
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Halloween is also well decorated at Dollywood. They have pumpkins themed to the different parts of the park. Check to see if there is a tasting pass available (at the ice cream shop). It is a great savings!
You can also refill your own water bottle as they have bottle fillers.