The people — and the travel editors — have spoken. The best theme park in America right now, according to TripAdvisor’s 2025 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Awards, is Dollywood, in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.

Move over, Walt Disney. There's a new favorite amusement park in America. As the country heads into the "dog days of summer," Tripadvisor has released its 2025 rankings of the most popular amusement and water parks — and there was a surprise at the top of the list.

As Dollywood continues to welcome visitors for its 40th year of operation, the Pigeon Forge-based theme park has once again been recognized as one of the most popular theme parks in the world.