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The Great Smoky Mountain Wheel, Pigeon Forge

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Take a ride on 61 m (200 ft) The Great Smoky Mountain Wheel at the base of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. If Ferris wheels scare you, don't worry. This ride is smooth, and you are completely enclosed in glass while relaxing in one of the 42 gondolas, which can hold up to eight people. You'll take in scenic views of Pigeon Forge and the mountains surrounding it from the top of this ride. You can combine your ride with a trip to Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies for a discount on both attractions. If you decide to take a ride at after dark, marvel at the million LED lights that illuminate the wheel at night. The Great Smoky Mountain Wheel is just one of the many highlights you can arrange to see using our , online itinerary creator Edition.
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  • Fun time for grandkids; they rode this attractions three times over the two days which we were visiting the Island 
    Fun time for grandkids; they rode this attractions three times over the two days which we were visiting the Island  more »
  • This was beautiful at night but way to pricey. It’s included with the wrist band but we only got that for our grandson. We didn’t want him to ride alone so my husband went with him. Big price for... 
    This was beautiful at night but way to pricey. It’s included with the wrist band but we only got that for our grandson. We didn’t want him to ride alone so my husband went with him. Big price for...  more »
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  • This ride was great! The ride actually lasted for a long time and you go quite a ways up and you can see the whole perspective of the city. It is also a very economical ride as the price was not much. Had a lot of fun. If you want to get an extra thrill, ride this at night! Everything pops when the lights are on. The cabin is very spacious and clean. You have a 360° view all around you. Get your cameras ready!
  • Great fun - military? Ask for discount. Easy fun for all ages. Goes around 3 or 4 times, stopped a couple of times to load passengers. Loads 6 to 8 people depending on ages. AC is coolllddd in the gondola cab. Views are spectacular. Ride in the early evening for great sunset views.

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