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Dollywood Reclaims Top U.S. Theme Park Title, Unseating Disney Again

Eugene Naughton credited the award to authentic guest reviews that reflect the warmth and service of Dollywood’s hosts

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Overview

  • Dollywood earned the No. 1 spot in TripAdvisor’s 2025 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Awards for the third time in four years
  • Disney’s Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios placed second and fourth, respectively, while Universal and Legoland ranked lower
  • The park also achieved No. 11 globally, making it the only North American theme park in TripAdvisor’s international top 15
  • Naughton described the recognition as humbling because it was based on real reviews from visitors
  • Dollywood’s focus on immersive attractions, Southern hospitality and continuous innovation underpins its sustained industry leadership