---
title: Alcatraz East Crime Museum
slug: alcatraz-east-crime-museum-pigeon-forge
type: attraction
sub_type: museums
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/alcatraz-east-crime-museum-pigeon-forge
city: Pigeon Forge
state: TN
country: US
address: 2757 Parkway
geo:
  lat: 35.80145
  lng: -83.57188
duration: up to 3 hrs
cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T16:49:51.779Z
price_from:
  amount: 28.95
  currency: USD
  unit: per_adult
availability: InStock
rating:
  value: 4.5
  count: 76
  scale: 5
ticket_options:
  - group: Other Options
    options:
      - name: General Admission
        price: 27.95
        regular_price: 30.95
        savings: 3
        ticket_types:
          - name: Adult (13-60 yrs)
            min_age: 13
            max_age: 60
          - name: Child (8-12 yrs)
            min_age: 8
            max_age: 12
          - name: Child (0-7 yrs)
            min_age: 0
            max_age: 7
          - name: Senior (61+ yrs)
            min_age: 61
---
## Overview

Discover the history of American crime at Alcatraz East Crime Museum in Pigeon Forge. This expansive museum features over 500 artifacts from notorious crimes, criminals, and prisons such as Alcatraz, with five hands-on galleries covering crime scene investigation, forensic science, and crime in pop culture.

## What's Included
- Admission to Alcatraz East Crime Museum
- Access to over 500 authentic artifacts
- Entry to five unique galleries: History of American Crime, Consequences of Crime, CSI, Crime Fighting, Counterfeit & Pop Culture
- Access to all temporary exhibits included with every ticket

## What's Not Included
- Food and meals (the museum sells drinks and snacks but does not have an eating facility)

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## Ticket Options

- **General Admission** — $27.95 (regularly $30.95, save $3.00)
  Experience Alcatraz East Crime Museum in Pigeon Forge, TN. With over 100 interactive exhibits, there is sure to be something for every crime junkie out there.
  - Adult (13-60 yrs)
  - Child (8-12 yrs)
  - Child (0-7 yrs)
  - Senior (61+ yrs)

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## Good to Know
- Located at the entrance to The Island in Pigeon Forge
- Additional parking behind the building and at The Island
- Plan to spend 2 to 3 hours or more if you're a crime buff
- Open 365 days a year
- Lockers available for rent on a first come, first served basis
- The museum offers an in-depth look at American crime history beyond just the Alcatraz penitentiary
- Look for famous exhibits including the O.J. Simpson chase Bronco, John Dillinger’s death mask, Al Capone’s rosary, a submachine gun from the movie Scarface, and Ted Bundy’s VW Beetle

## Cancellation Policy
Free Changes & Cancellations – See details upon selection.

## FAQs

### What are the Alcatraz Pigeon Forge hours of operation?
The Alcatraz Museum Pigeon Forge is open 365 days a year from 10:00 am to 9:00 pm Sunday-Thursday and 10:00 am to 10:00 pm Friday-Saturday. Hours are subject to change based on seasonality or events.

### How long should we stay in the museum?
Guests should allow about 2 to 3 hours to complete the entire museum.

### Is there somewhere to buy food and/or beverages at the museum?
The museum sells drinks and snacks but does not have an eating facility. The museum is located at The Island, so there are many places nearby to grab a snack or meal.

### Is Alcatraz East Crime Museum appropriate for children?
The museum is appropriate for all ages but contains mature content. Measures have been taken to ensure a pleasant experience for both children and adults.

## Reviews

> "Alcatraz museum is worth it"
> — Nathan Brockwell, June 2026

> "Amazed"
> — Georgina Martinez, February 2026

> "Awesome Experience!"
> — Shannon Sauro, December 2025

> "great history"
> — Katrina Roush, November 2025

> "Too much to see! 1) Get there early and 2) eat before you go in. It takes a really good long time to go through it, and you'll be starving before you get done there."
> — Deborah Thomas, October 2025

> "Fantastic visit! Give yourself lots of time and there is much to see and read."
> — Tiffany Gibbons, October 2025

> "Alcatraz. There is lots of reading to learn"
> — Misty Pierce, October 2025

> "So much info!"
> — Mallorie E., June 2025