The Ultimate Guide to Dollywood

A must-have for Dolly Parton fans everywhere, this unofficial guide features 100 of the must-try restaurants, iconic rides and attractions, and important landmarks at Dollywood and its sister parks.

Dollywood is a unique and incredible theme park that’s best known for its amusement park thrills, traditional Smoky Mountain inspiration, and, of course, insight into namesake and owner Dolly Parton. There’s a lot to see and do—and it can be easy to miss out on all Dollywood and its nearby sister parks have to offer. The Ultimate Guide to Dollywood is your one-stop shop for all things Dollywood! You’ll get insider advice on everything from the food to the rides and learn all the best tips and tricks to make the most of your visit.

-Want to try the world’s fastest roller coaster? The Lightning Rod is not only the fastest…it’s also the first wood launch coaster.

-Looking for an attraction that will really excite the biggest Dolly Parton fans? Check out Dolly’s $750,000 tour bus that was her “home” for fifteen years of touring, parked right in the Adventures in Imagination section of Dollywood.

-Are you a history buff? The Dollywood Express, which takes visitors on a five-mile ride through the Great Smoky Mountains, actually played a key role in America’s war effort during World War II.

-Searching for the inside scoop on all things Dollywood? Check out Red’s Drive-In, where you’ll be able to impress fellow visitors with the fun fact that this restaurant was named after Red’s Café, where six-year-old Dolly ate her first hamburger.



Whether you’re a longtime Dolly Parton fan looking to learn something new about the iconic musician or planning to make the most of your first trip to Dollywood, this book is the perfect companion.