Anakeesta

Reviews

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  Amber Black

  5 days ago
  5.0
  Our family visited Anakeesta, and we all loved it! The scenery is absolutely stunning. We appreciated that the park worked with nature and highlighted the beauty of the mountains, trees, flowers, etc. Every single view was breathtaking! We did not purchase our tickets ahead of time, but when we go back, we will. We were able to use a posted QR code and buy our tickets at the park rather than stand in line for tickets. We purchased the base ticket and added-on being able to ride coasters. The ride up is an adventure in itself. We rode the chair lift up and the chodola back down. For those less-adventurous, there is the Ridge Rambler (big truck)! The staff at Anakeesta if fantastic. Everyone was so friendly! There were lots of options for food at reasonable price points. We stayed long enough to have both lunch and dinner! If you go with children, be prepared to pay for extras. Note what the base ticket includes, and know that riding the mountain coasters, ziplining, and the photo package are all additional in cost.
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  Jessica Mendoza

  5 days ago
  4.0
  We arrived Saturday, November 15th and this place was packed with tourist. The parking lot was at full capacity so we parked at the garage. $10.00 for the whole day is a fantastic deal. We were walking distance from every where, quite convenient. We took the chair lift(they also offer a closed in cable car)to the top and it was wonderful(a bit scary[windy day] but worth it). The shops, restaurants( the drinks we ordered were delicious), and activities were adorable. Family friendly galore. I wish I had more time to stay for the evening lights part of the park. I loved the food stands and how each stand had a different type of hot chocolate. It all looked yummy! The drinks and the ice cream made my day! They had a show with elves singing and dancing. As we were leaving the carolers were arriving. There's definitely the feel of the Christmas spirit here. I'd definitely return another time.
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  M P

  5 days ago
  1.0
  Overpriced, it was very underwhelming... We went yesterday with our 3 kids. We showed up close to 2pm, by 4pm the kids were bored, they had done everything they could do. They have height requirements for the slides, my 3 year old couldn't go on any of them. There really isn't much to do up there, it's small and everything is extra! We had bought tickets to the astra lumina show. It was hard to waste 2 hours until the show. Astra Lumina was disappointing as well, and should be included in the price. Overall I would not recommend, I know we won't return. This was the most disappointing part of our trip. Tourist trap for sure. There was also a lot of walking and uphill climbing. Kids were tired of walking.
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  Carolina Arciniega

  6 days ago
  5.0
  Loved this experience. We went on a Friday from around 2 pm to 6 pm and the crowd was large but we never waited in any lines. We drove by on Saturday and it was insanely packed with lines out to the parking lot. The park is not large at all but has so many cool activities to go through especially for the kiddos. The decorations are very detailed and thought out, it was beautiful. We had fun on the treetop walkway and even got to see a black bear. The views are incredible, I'll never forget them. They also have small shows with musical performances. Not a lot a food or variety, so I would bring snacks. Parking was the worst part, all I have to say is good luck if you find something in their lot otherwise you might have luck in the public parking. They all charged $20 for the day. This was our first visit to Gatlinburg and we really enjoyed the family time and the experience at Anakeesta, it was our favorite part.
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  Brian Farris

  Nov 12, 2025
  5.0
  What had potential to be a one star review, morphed into a 5 star. My wife and I made a long needed return to Gatlinburg with Anakeesta at the top of things to do. On our first full day, we headed to the park. It was cold and windy and a light coating of snow was on the ground. We rode the Chondola to the top and made our way to the tower only to find it closed, a little disappointed but understandable due to the weather. We then went to the Treetop Skywalk, to find it closed. With both closed we asked at the customer service booth about a refund/rain check. They told us we had to inquire at the base. So, another chondola ride down to the bottom we took. At the base, we asked since it was closed could we be refunded or rain checked. At first they were “it’s not closed”….if it weren’t for another couple asking for the same, we probably would have just taken the loss and went about our way. The manager called confirmed they were closed and replied “how about letting us know down here next time”. Another, call was made and we were refunded. The next day the weather was cold but sunny, so we headed back and bought tickets for this and the Astra Lumina….was money well spent and the views were spectacular. To sum it up? People will find the smallest inconvenience and leave a 1 star review. The area is a tourist destination 365 days a year, and people need to understand that. We will be back and won’t mind waiting in line….

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