What do beer and fame have in common? World records of course! No trip to the Smokies is complete without a visit to the world-famous Guinness Book of World Records Museum.
Guinness World of Records Museum Overview
- The Guinness World of Records Museum features hundreds of amazing exhibits from the famous Guinness Book of World Records and the new Guinness Primetime television show. There's an incredible line-up of fascinating displays of feats, facts and records. This is unparalleled entertainment that is suitable for the entire family!
- You will see dramatic recreations come to life at the all new and expanded Guinness World of Records. Wouldn't you like to go deep into a cave and see natural wonders, board the Ark with Noah and the animals or go to the circus to meet unusual and exotic people?
- You will witness breathtaking wonders of nature and check out authentic memorabilia from celebrity record holders including the famous Elvis "Hound Dog" boat. Why not compare your height to the world's tallest man or see the most expensive car ever?
- For all of the generations of "Batman" fans, The Batmobile is kept in the Bat Cave at the museum. All of the displays are designed to amaze, astound, delight and enlighten. The best fact is that everything you see has really happened. It is unbelievable!
Guinness World of Records Museum History
- The idea behind the Guinness Book of World Records came from the managing director of Guinness Brewing in Ireland. He was unable to settle a dispute between friends over what was the fastest game bird in Europe. Sipping a pint he soon realized that countless disagreements over similar questions must be taking place all over the British Isles especially in pubs where Guinness products were sold. Therefore he decided to publish The Guinness Book of World Records in 1955 to help settle some of the arguments. The first American edition was published in 1956. The book quickly became a best seller and holds the all time sales record for a copyrighted book.
- The Guinness World of Records Museum in Gatlinburg first opened its doors in 1978 and is the oldest Guinness museum still in operation. A major renovation was completed in 1994 and annual updates and additions keep the museum current.
Now is your chance to witness the amazing displays and get the chance to surprise your friends with amazing facts when you return home from your vacation in the Smokies!
