Appalachian Mountains Travel Guide
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Downtown Pittsburgh
Abundant dining options, interesting museums and live music are just a few top things to explore in Downtown Pittsburgh. A visit to Benedum Center or Heinz Hall might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Wood Street Station or Steel Plaza Station to get around town.
Downtown Gatlinburg
While visiting Downtown Gatlinburg, you might make a stop by sights like Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Gatlinburg SkyPark.
Downtown Asheville
Downtown Asheville is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Grove Arcade and Pack Square.
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 Chattanooga
Travellers to Downtown Chattanooga praise its must-see aquarium. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by On The Glory Land Road and Tivoli Theatre.
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.
Hilton Garden Inn Pigeon Forge
We came here with the family, the week before Christmas. It was perfect! We were in the middle of everything. This is a great location for everything.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
The Read House Hotel
Great!
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg
Friendly and responsive staff was awesome to experience. Unfortunately the pool and hot tub could have been more clean and the temperature of the “hot” tub was more of a warm tub.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Deer Ridge Mountain Resort
Beautiful view from our balcony and the community deck. The kids enjoyed the pool. Our unit (D302) was clean but in desperate need of updating (couch was broken, fans wobbled, paint peeling, etc). It worked well as a home base after a long day of adventures. We loved that the property was away from ...
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park
Excellent
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Smoketree Lodge
Clean rooms, plenty of space for 2 adults and 1 kid. Indoor pool and rec area was clean. Game room was neat amd spacious.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
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Popular places to visit
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
America’s most visited national park offers blue mountain ridges, forested hiking trails, a variety of wildlife and bits of Southern mountain history.
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.
Harrahs Cherokee Casino
Why not roll the dice by visiting Harrahs Cherokee Casino where you can enjoy the games and entertainment of this top casino in Cherokee? Discover the mountain views and casinos in this quaint area.
Biltmore Estate
Wander through gardens and lush grounds, tour the grand mansion and learn about the history of this opulent estate in Asheville, North Carolina.
Hersheypark
Ride roller coasters in this action-packed candy-themed park filled with thrilling water slides, child-friendly rides and opportunities to dine with actors dressed as Hershey products.
Hunter Mountain
Hit the slopes at Hunter Mountain, a top ski area in Hunter. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.
Things to do
Paintball in the Pocono Mountains Pennsylvania
