Question: things to do in gatlinburg and pigeon forge for free?
Answer: Patriot Park. This is a great place to visit when you're looking for a picnic location or just a spot to take a walk outside and enjoy the scenery. ... 
The Island in Pigeon Forge. ... 
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park. ... 
Sugarlands Visitor Center. ... 
Cades Cove. ... 
Newfound Gap Road. ... 
Gatlinburg Arts and Crafts Community.