How to Get Around Gatlinburg Riding Trolleys

The color-coded trolley routes are as follows:

• Blue – East Parkway, Community Center, Rocky Top Sports World, Library, Ripley’s Aquarium, Convention Center
• Purple – North Parkway, Spur Welcome Center, Ripley’s Aquarium, Convention Center
• Yellow (April through December) – Ripley’s Aquarium to the Arts and Crafts community.

If you get on the wrong trolley, there is no worry about not getting back to where you started because all of the trolleys run in a loop. But you may have to ride longer than anticipated if you get on one going the wrong way. If you are not visiting the Arts and Crafts community, do not take the Yellow route. All of the trolleys are clearly labeled with their routes. If you’re not in a hurry and just want to ride around town to check things out, just jump on any of them!

You can view the trolley route map here.

The trolleys are also well-equipped to accommodate those with special needs, and the staff are well-trained in making sure that all of their passengers have comfortable and safe rides.

Two of the best places to park and ride are the Park N Ride lot at the Gatlinburg Welcome Center and the Mass Transit Center located at Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies. Both locations allow you to park your vehicle for free so you can board a trolley. If you want to avoid Gatlinburg traffic altogether, your best bet is the Welcome Center. If you want to drive into town first and then park, go to the Aquarium.

The hours of operation are as follows:

Jan – Feb: Sunday – Thursday 10:30AM – 6:00PM, Friday – Saturday 10:30AM – 10:00PM

Mar – April: 10:30AM – 10:00PM

May – Oct: 8:30AM – Midnight

Nov – Dec: Sunday – Thursday 10:30AM – 6:00PM, Friday – Saturday 10:30AM – 10:00PM

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