With staggering exhibits in an already stunning display of some of the Titanic’ s artifacts, the Titanic Museum located in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee is a moving, interactive trip back in time. Regardless of whether you’re spending the night at a quaint cabin in the Smokies or turning up the heat at Wilderness at the Smokies, add this one of a kind attraction to your travel list. Below is a full tour of the museum as well as the area’s local accommodations that will complement your Smoky Mountains experience.
Step Aboard History: Inside the Titanic Museum Attraction
A Ship Built to Remember
Packed full of over 400 pre-discovery artifacts, interactive exhibits and the stories of passengers and crew, the museum is shaped like the Titanic itself. The tour feels personal and very profound and guests are given a boarding pass of an actual Titanic passenger.
Highlights of the Tour
- A full scale replica of the Harland & Wolff plans, built in as a tribute to the Grand Staircase.
- First Class Cabin and Third Class Quarters: The voyage of the life of passengers (First and Third Class) is observed.
- What you will see and touch are: 28 degree water and interactive iceberg.
Where to Stay Nearby: Resorts and Cabins in the Smokies
Wilderness at the Smokies: Family Fun and Relaxation
One of the region’s most popular waterpark resorts, Wilderness at the Smokies shares it address with golf courses and a spa, only a short drive from the museum. It’s fantastic for families who require a little bit of both education and fun.
- Wilderness of the Smokies River Lodge – Spacious accommodation with water park access included.
- Wilderness at the Smokies: Stone Hill Lodge: Far more secluded with a shuttle to the water parks.
- For anyone who wants to visit for the day without the hotel, Wilderness at the Smokies Day Pass is available.
- Wilderness at the Smokies prices change depending on the season—you’ll find the best deals if you book early or use Expedia Wilderness at the Smokies deals.
Affordable and Pet-Friendly Cabins in the Smokies
If you are looking for something a little more rustic near Pigeon Forge, go for some of the many cabins in the Smokies. Here are affordable cabins in the Smokies for budget travelers, to our selection of luxurious log homes.
- Many have hot tubs, fireplaces and gorgeous mountain views great smoky mounts cabins.
- Cabins in the Smokies for the Folks with Pets: If your furry friend is joining you.
More Adventures Around the Titanic Museum
White Water Rafting in the Smokies
After you tour the Titanic then you can up the excitement with white water rafting in the Smokies. Just a short distance from the river are rapids that beginner or thrill seeker would enjoy. Bring in an adrenaline filled afternoon on the water with a historical day at the museum.
Explore the Smokey in the Wilderness
The magic of the outdoors is a must for your trip while in The Smokies. The wildness of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the smokey, peaceful trails and scenic lookouts are all just minutes away from Pigeon Forge.
Bonus Tip: Book Smart, Stay Happy
If you are looking for a reputable reliable stay then this is your site. Near both Pigeon Forge and natural attractions, Wyndham Wilderness at the Smokies has the consistency of quality. And if you want to really save, try bundling your hotel with attraction tickets through the Expedia Wilderness at the Smokies listings which includes the Titanic Museum.
Final Thoughts: A Perfect Blend of History and Mountain Adventure
Anyone attending the Titanic Museum in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee will experience something emotional. Since you can stay in Wilderness at the Smokies or a cabin there, along with white water rafting, the range of experiences in the Smokies will be as plentiful as the memories.
