East Tennessee Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in East Tennessee
Downtown Gatlinburg
While visiting Downtown Gatlinburg, you might make a stop by sights like Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Gatlinburg SkyPark.
Wears Valley
Unique features of Wears Valley include the mountain views and parks. Make a stop by Great Smoky Mountains National Park or Walker Sisters Place while you're exploring the area.
Downtown Knoxville
Downtown Knoxville is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Bijou Theater or Tennessee Theatre.
Downtown Chattanooga
Travellers to Downtown Chattanooga praise its must-see aquarium. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Tivoli Theatre and Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District.
Chalet Village
If you're spending some time in Chalet Village, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ober Mountain are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Pigeon Forge
While visiting Downtown Pigeon Forge, you might make a stop by sights like Pigeon Forge Factory Outlet Mall and The Comedy Barn Theater.
Hilton Garden Inn Pigeon Forge
Hotel and room was very nice!
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
The Read House Hotel
Excellent Hotel
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg
The welcome cookies are delicious. The room and facilities were clean and well stocked. Would definitely return.
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Deer Ridge Mountain Resort
Amazing 😍
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park
Very good
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg
We were there for the Christmas Lights Parade and the hotel was right on the route and we were able to borrow chairs for front row seats The room was spacious with up to date appliances
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Popular places to visit
Dollywood
This amusement park owned by country singer Dolly Parton lures fans with its roller coasters and children’s rides, museums and live music and theater shows.
University of Tennessee
Explore the campus of University of Tennessee, a top university in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Island at Pigeon Forge
You can do some window-shopping at Island at Pigeon Forge during your visit to Pigeon Forge. Amble around this romantic area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
From sharks and stingrays, to penguins and octopus, get close to a colorful collection of tropical sea creatures at this walk-through aquarium.
LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge
Learn about the events happening in LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge during your trip to Pigeon Forge. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Titanic Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Titanic Museum in Pigeon Forge. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
