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    Hollywood Wax Museum

    4.0 (218 reviews)
    Open • 9:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Adele wax figure.
    Andrew A.

    We stopped at the Hollywood Wax Museum on a whim, and honestly, we kind of regretted it for the price point. Tickets were around $32 per person, which felt a bit steep considering the overall condition of the facility. The wax figures themselves were neat to see -- several were impressively realistic -- but many showed noticeable wear or small issues that took away from the experience. The building and displays in general felt a little run down and could really use some updates. If you're a big fan of wax museums or have kids who are excited to see the figures, it might still be worth a stop. But if you're just looking for something to do in Pigeon Forge, I'd probably save your money and spend it elsewhere.

    Tamia L.

    Definitely a bit of fun was had! A little pricey for the experience and some of the wax figures could be redone but a time was had. I think it's cool that some of the staged sets have props that allow you to maximize your interaction. Some of the sets are creative to fit the scene of the singer, comedian, movie character and entertainers. My favorites were MJ, Vin Diesel, Bob Marley, Bruce Lee, Jurassic Park and Prince

    Ashley B.

    My daughter and I had so much spend a couple hours just walking around looking at every famous person. Plus their are 3 other things to do in the castle next door, if you have time to do them. They looked awesome.

    Diana P.

    Stopped here with friends. Still fun and entertaining. The wax statues are in great shape. I like how they put props out so you can take some fun photo ops. My friends have never been here and really had a good time. The prices were reasonable and customer service was great.

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    Ashley R.

    It was a fun experience and a way to pass time. We came here our first night on our trip to Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge as we were waiting for everyone else to arrive. A lot of well known celebs even those that my kids knew about. Not all figures looked like who they are supposed to be but close enough. We still had a great time and really cool to see.

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    Bri B.

    We went to Tennessee to see the wax museum. It was great. The actors they did actually looked amazing. Many more pictures and if you buy the package you get to go to the haunted house for free and they have some exciting things to do in there also

    Art J.

    Well it was a 4th of July weekend and my friends wife mentioned about this wax museum it was fun I do recommend spending $40 for the two exhibits because the 2nd building was a walk through horror and adventure. 4 out of 5 stars because some of the celebrity wax people did not look real like Harrison Ford as Indiana Jones. I like they had Dwayne Johnson The other building has a maze of mirrors and the zombie walk through for like a haunted house for Halloween the last one is a ride similar which is why you need to get the $40 all pass versus $31admisson other pricey that's why 4 stars

    This place was so fun!
    Ashley F.

    My boyfriend and I randomly stopped by the wax museum while visiting TN for my birthday weekend. This was a pleasant surprise addition to our trip. We had SO MUCH FUN! It was so cool to walk through the museum and see all the celebrities up close and personal. It's a pretty extensive museum too. We spent about an hour or hour and a half in there lol. It wasn't over crowded at all and you got to spend a little time at each celebrity. This was a really cool experience I genuinely enjoyed. Highly recommend!!!

    Welcome to Hollywood
    Jenn A.

    Our family had so much fun interacting with the wax figures and spent almost 2 hours here. The facility was well maintained and the sets with the statues were inviting guests to pose and interact, using available props. We enjoyed our experience and found it surprising on the actual size comparisons of some of the celebrities represented here. It certainly was worth the visit and was one of the many highlights of our trip. We had many great laughs and took lots of photos. The gift shop offers photos to purchase of you family's initial pose with King Kong upon entering. The price for the photos were some of the most reasonably priced amusement photos in the area at approximately $30ish for 3 larger photograph sheets. It was worth the investment for the memories.

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    Tracey M.

    It was fun for what it is. Some of the wax celebrities need a redo..... but the kids loved it and that's all that matters. Pricey..... very pricey

    Good time with plenty to see. If you buy the all in one pass, it's a very good value. Some of the figures were pretty far off, but most looked like the real deal.

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    Courtney M.

    This place was alot of fun. A nice visit for family and friends to attend. Also, they did a great job with creating a lot of the wax statues. Some still need a little work but overall it's a great place to take cute photos next to a celebrity. I would recommend if you're in the area.

    Melissa I.

    I've been to A LOT of wax museums and this is not one of the better ones. It's still nice but very small compared to the ones I've been to. A lot of the figures look great but some.. not so much. I much prefer Madame Tussauds but Pigeon Forge only has the Hollywood one. Nashville has Madame Tussauds. I do enjoy the fact this place has props to put on while "meeting" the celebrities. It was okay, nothing more nothing less. I personally wouldn't check it out again but if your in the area, looking for something to do, this is a decent place!

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    Ask the Community - Hollywood Wax Museum

    Do you happen to have a Pennywise figure?

    No we do not have a Pennywise figure at this time. We do have many other scary figures though!

    Do you have to go through the zombie part 🧟‍♀️?

    Hi Taylor, The Wax Museum has a horror villain tribute area that can easily be bypassed. In the same parking lot, we have a Castle Building with three fun attractions: Hannah's Maze of Mirrors, Castle of Chaos 5D Adventure (not zombies), and… 

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    Review Highlights - Hollywood Wax Museum

    “It wasn't to pricey and they do have a coupon off the all access pass in the coupon books that you can get around town.”

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    Alcatraz East - Alcatraz east front entrance

    Alcatraz East

    4.0(328 reviews)
    1.0 mi

    I'm definitely not a history buff, but I do like true crime shows, and this place was fantastic! We…read morespent about 2.5 hours inside and honestly could have spent even more time. It wasn't crowded when we went, which made it really easy to take our time and look around. There are a ton of cool and interesting stories and exhibits covering everything from the late 1800s all the way up to more current crimes and events. I was surprised by how much there was to see. We did the basic package with the family and, in my opinion, that was plenty. If you have younger kids, probably under 11 or 12, they may not get as much out of the museum until you get toward the end. There are some hands-on activities there, including half of a police car they can sit in and turn the lights on, drunk goggles, a police motorcycle you can sit on, and a tunnel where you can try to "escape" from jail. Overall, just a really cool place. I'm sure there was stuff I missed even after spending 2.5 hours there. I would definitely go back and do it again!

    I am beyond a true crime enthusiast. I pretty much only read and watch true crime oriented media…read more This was my second trip to the museum. I was worried that there wouldn't be any new exhibits but I was surprised and happy to find the opposite to be true. They have definitely expanded and updated since my last visit. If you enjoy true crime and/or history this is a great spot to visit. On the crime side of things they have a wide range of crimes-not just serial killers or murder. (They do have a Ted Bundy VW beetle and 2 John Wayne Gacy clown costumes on display). They also have areas for financial crimes, etc. History wise they start off in medieval era, then the Wild West, mafia to present day. Nice exhibit on 911. Interactive exhibits too, like DUI and autopsy. Well worth the price of admission to me. Easily a couple hours of stuff to do. Especially nice on a rainy day!

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    Beyond the Lens! - White House photo office

    Beyond the Lens!

    3.7(73 reviews)
    0.4 mi

    Many interactive games/exhibits, cool facts, history, and photo opportunities. However, the…read moremachines that are supposed to take the photo for you were all down with a paper that pretty much said use your own phone.. so if you don't mind asking strangers to take a photo for you, it's not a big deal. I thought the ride was a nice feature.

    Are your kids obsessed with video games like mine are? Do they love all-things virtual reality?…read moreThen they will absolutely love Beyond the Lens. This is a great place for all ages, but I think older kids will get the most out of this interactive museum. Which was perfect for my family, as my kids fit into that "older kid" category. Packed with more than 150 interactive exhibits, we had a blast checking out all of the VR games, as well as the four-story-high, state-of-the-art Flyride, a flying adventure that makes you feel like you're really flying! What else? There are old-school video games to play, Big Foot exhibits to explore, skee-ball and basketballs to shoot in the game area, a giant white ball pit to jump into, and lots more. This is a very hands-on, interactive museum. I highly recommend Beyond the Lens for families with older kids. Sometimes, it can be hard to find things that older kids will like. But older kids will like this place! And it's also suitable for younger kids, too, so the whole family can enjoy.

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    Dolly Parton's Stampede - Game hen all to myself

    Dolly Parton's Stampede

    3.9(818 reviews)
    3.0 mi
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    The creamy vegetable soup with the biscuit was FIRE. And I mean that respectfully because I…read moregenuinely cannot stop thinking about this soup. It was incredibly creamy and flavorful, and the biscuit was flaky, buttery, and delicious. Dipping that biscuit into the soup? Absolutely elite. I could've happily eaten a whole bowl of that and called it a day. The chicken was extremely well seasoned and honestly just perfect. The smashed potatoes were pretty good too. We also got the pulled pork, which was delicious, but by the time it made its grand entrance, I was already stuffed. They bring each item out one at a time, so by the time the pulled pork and corn arrived, I had completely forgotten I was supposed to be eating more food. I barely touched the corn because my stomach had officially clocked out. And then there was dessert. Yes, somehow there was STILL dessert. I had to force myself to make room for at least a little because apparently the meal had no intention of ending. I chose the apple pie, while my boyfriend got the chocolate coconut one. I tried his, obviously, and both were equally delicious. At that point, I was eating purely out of obligation and determination. The show itself was so entertaining! There was plenty of action, humor, and some healthy, fun competition. I especially loved how much crowd interaction there was because it made the whole experience feel much more immersive and fun. Overall, the food was delicious, the show was entertaining, and I left completely stuffed. But honestly, I'm STILL thinking about that vegetable soup. Kudos to the chef because that soup really stole the show for me.

    It's hard to give this less than 5 stars, especially considering how much I love Miss Dolly. The…read moreentertainment was of course fun, the horses and the silliness made for an entertaining spectacle. Expect a little North verses South ribbing, and the typical 1990s textbook American Exceptionalism that doesn't quite ring true in 2026. Can you treat us poor vegetarians just a little better? For such a meat based fare, I was happy to see a veggie plate option. But it was unceremoniously wrapped in plastic wrap and underneath was found a mostly unseasoned vegetable medley. The rice was ok. I enjoyed getting the biscuit, mashed potatoes and corn on the cob from the main dish more.

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    Dolly Parton's Stampede - Vegan Meal: Southwestern Quinoa & Brown Rice, Black Beans & Steamed Broccoli, Cauliflower & Carrots.

    Vegan Meal: Southwestern Quinoa & Brown Rice, Black Beans & Steamed Broccoli, Cauliflower & Carrots.

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