Downtown Gatlinburg Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Gatlinburg SkyPark
Ride this historic chairlift to a lookout point that offers spectacular panoramic views of the Smoky Mountains and Gatlinburg’s townscape.
Gatlinburg Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Gatlinburg Convention Center during your trip to Gatlinburg. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and mountain views in this romantic area.
Gatlinburg Space Needle
Ride in a glass elevator to an observation tower for panoramic mountain views or enjoy comedy, magician and fireworks shows.
Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum
Get ready to be astounded by unique artifacts from all corners of the globe at this museum dedicated to astonishing people and events.
Things to do
Rocky Top Mountain Coaster Admission Ticket in Pigeon Forge
Cash & The King: Tribute to Elvis and Johnny Cash
Outdoor Gravity Park Zorbing Admission Ticket in Pigeon Forge
Grand American Opry at Grand Majestic Theater
Pigeon Forge: Outdoor Gravity Park Zorbing Experience
Top hotels in Downtown Gatlinburg
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
All of the above. 4th time staying there. Love it. Fins Up
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
great location, friendly staff.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
The Greystone Lodge on the River
Rooms were very clean. Staff was very friendly. Vuilding had cute fire tables outside. This was our first time but def not pur last
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg
Beautiful place!
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
River Edge Inn
👍
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
River Terrace Resort & Convention Center
Love it
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Gatlinburg
Chalet Village North
Though Chalet Village North may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook.
Chalet Village
If you're spending some time in Chalet Village, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park are top sights worth seeing.
