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Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway

1001 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN
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Ranked #20 of 59 attractions in Gatlinburg
Type: Trams
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Berea, Kentucky
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27 reviews 27 reviews
16 attraction reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

The main drawback was that in the morning with the Tram's windows open it was a little too cold. The scenery was nice, and the operators were friendly. If you have a bad back, please ask for a seat. I made that mistake on the first trip up the hill, and paid for it. I am on a cane, and... More

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Indianapolis, Indiana
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

The tram was a really cool experience. It was good to look down on the town from so high up. We also rode the life up to the top and took some great pictures. While we were there we also went to the animal encounters and saw several bears.

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Danville, Illinois
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 NEW

This was closed while we were there and there was no notice that it was and no signs saying it was closed or when it would be open again. We walked all the way down there to find the doors locked.

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Dexter, Michigan
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013 NEW

Nice trip for the family from the streets of Gatlinburg up to Ober Gatlinburg, you can choose to drive up Ski Mountain Road, but do yourself a favor and spend a few bucks and take the tram instead, We are glad we did. And take the kids on the Alpine Slide once you are up there.

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ohio
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013 NEW

This is a good activity to do while in Gatlinburg. Wonderful views from the top of the mountain. I just wish there was a bit more to do after you get to Ober Gatlinburg.

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Lebanon, Indiana
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013 NEW

I thought the ride was pricey. But the view was wonderful. The ride was nice and smooth. Once we got to the ski resort everything cost. I would rather pay one price and be able to do everything on top inside of everything separate. The they have the chair lift to take you all the way to the top. I... More

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Bridgeport
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013 NEW

I researched all activities long before going on our vacation. When we arrived to the tram, tickets were $12 per person instead of the $7 it quoted online. Once buying tickets, we went to wait in line as trams only run every 30 min. Upon entering the tram, it is like a subway car, with hand straps and bars to... More

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Madison, Wisconsin
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

The tramway ride was very nice and the operators were chatty and informative about the sights. Once at the top, we were disappointed to find the facilities a bit rundown and very carnival-like. Attractions cost extra and with the tramway a bit pricy, the extra charges for everything up there was a disappointment. We didn't stay long.

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clinton, TN
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10 attraction reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

The views were amazing, it's a must in the fall when the leaves are changing, or just anytime, because the mt views are something to behold!

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Raleigh, North Carolina
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16 attraction reviews
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39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We didn't know what to expect, but the ride was fun, and when we got to the top there was snow tubing!! The kids had so much fun. For warmer weather there are water slides and some other kind of mountain sliding that looked pretty fun.

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