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4 need-to-know tips before you visit Anakeesta this winter

4 need-to-know tips before you visit Anakeesta this winter

GATLINBURG, Tenn. — Happy holidays from Anakeesta to you and your family! We’re so excited you have decided to visit the Smokies and Anakeesta. Here are four helpful tips on how to make your visit more enjoyable during this busy holiday season.

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Limiting Park Capacity

To ensure a quality guest experience during the holidays, entry to Anakeesta after 4 PM will be available as capacity allows. It’s possible that some attractions and restaurants in the park may also be limited or unavailable due to capacity limits. Please reach out to 865-325-2400 ext. 364 if you have any questions before your visit.

Park Entry Times

Enchanted Winter is an exciting time for everyone here at Anakeesta, and with many visitors coming to the park, we’ve got some insider tips on when you should visit to avoid lines. Wait times for entry to the park are typically between noon and 3 PM, we encourage visitors to the park to arrive before noon to enjoy the park during the day.

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During the season, Anakeesta sees many visitors, which may increase wait times during your visit and may exceed 45 minutes. We encourage you to download the Anakeesta App to see wait-times for our attractions and transportation here.

Park Exit Times

Peak times for visitors to leave Anakeesta for the day are between 6 PM and 8 PM. To avoid a wait, we encourage guests to keep these peak times in mind while they are planning their visit to the park.

We can’t wait for your visit to Anakeesta to enjoy this winter season! Go here to learn all about what Enchanted Winter has to offer.

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  1. Billy says

    August 13, 2022 at 1:07 pm

    What is Anakeesta? Cost?

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    • Marshall Smith says

      August 15, 2022 at 9:40 am

      Anakeesta is Gatlinburg, Tennessee’s award-winning theme park surrounded by the majestic
      Smoky Mountains. Anakeesta is a place for adventure and relaxation, exploration and wonder.
      A place where people of all ages can discover nature and family entertainment. The exploration
      begins with a scenic chondola ride or Ridge Rambler adventure vehicle to the summit to enjoy
      all day, unlimited access. Guests can stroll along the nation’s longest Treetop Skywalk and
      climb Anavista Tower for 360⁰ views from downtown Gatlinburg’s highest point. Walk
      meandering pathways in Vista Gardens, a multi-sensory botanical garden featuring whimsical
      art installations, music, and scenic overlooks. TreeVenture and BearVenture challenge courses
      will delight all ages. Innovative culinary creations and mixology await throughout the park. Thrill
      seekers can add to the adventure with the Dueling Zipline Adventure course, soar on the Rail
      Runner Mountain coaster and find treasure at Anakeesta Gem Mining. Anakeesta is located at
      576 Parkway in Downtown Gatlinburg.
      Visit this link for pricing. http://www.Anakeesta.com/pricing

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      • More…
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