Appalachian Mountains Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Appalachian Mountains
North Carolina showing interior views
Atlanta featuring street scenes and a house
Foggy Bottom which includes a house, street scenes and a city
Washington Monument which includes a monument and a sunset

Where to stay in Appalachian Mountains

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Downtown Pittsburgh

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

Abundant dining options, interesting museums and live music are just a few top things to explore in Downtown Pittsburgh. A visit to PPG Paints Arena or Benedum Center 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 Pittsburgh
Gatlinburg featuring autumn colours and landscape views

Downtown Gatlinburg

While visiting Downtown Gatlinburg, you might make a stop by sights like Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.

Downtown Gatlinburg
Asheville

Downtown Asheville

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Downtown Asheville is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Pack Square and Wicked Weed Brewing.

Downtown Asheville
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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.

Wears Valley
Chattanooga showing a bridge, a city and water sports

Downtown Chattanooga

4/5(14 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Chattanooga
Knoxville showing markets

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 Knoxville
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown

3.5 out of 5
600 Commonwealth Pl, Pittsburgh, PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.817.366 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
Rp2.817.366
Rp3.211.797 total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,016 reviews)
"Have stayed here a couple of times and excellent service both times. The only issue we had both times is with the pool towels. They are not restocked enough. I went first thing yesterday morning and there were no towels, my daughters went in evening one night and no towels."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Country Cascades Waterpark Resort

Country Cascades Waterpark Resort

3.5 out of 5
204 Sharon Dr, Pigeon Forge, TN
The price is Rp1.593.824 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
Rp1.593.824
Rp1.789.068 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Pigeon Forge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,276 reviews)
"Oh this is by far my favorite place to stay in Tennessee. The hotel has this amazing smell for starters! The rooms are awesome the staff were friendly!! I want to go back and stay again!! I hated leaving! The Waterpark is so awesome kids had a blast it was such a great time to end the day they had ..."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Country Cascades Waterpark Resort
Creekstone Inn

Creekstone Inn

2 out of 5
4034 S River Rd, Pigeon Forge, TN
The price is Rp1.630.718 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
Rp1.630.718
Rp1.830.481 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Pigeon Forge. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,735 reviews)
"Room was old but clean. I would stay again."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Creekstone Inn
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Deer Ridge Mountain Resort

Deer Ridge Mountain Resort

2.5 out of 5
3710 Weber Rd, Gatlinburg, TN
Stay at this condo in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Popular attractions Bent Creek Golf Club and Little Pigeon River are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (92 reviews)
Comfortable but needs some TLC.
"Parking was easy and secure. Kitchen was lacking hot pads and a large skillet. Could have used an extra tea towel and dish rag or at least a dish drying rack. There was only one chair on the balcony in a unit for 4 people. A nail was sticking up on the threshold of the queen bedroom just about tore ..."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Deer Ridge Mountain Resort
stayAPT Suites Madison-Greenbrier

stayAPT Suites Madison-Greenbrier

4 out of 5
26800 Success Dr SW, Madison, AL
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Madison. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Wheeler National ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (214 reviews)
"Love everything about this hotel, clean rooms, spacious"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

stayAPT Suites Madison-Greenbrier
Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg

Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg

3 out of 5
315 East Pkwy, Gatlinburg, TN
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and ...
6.2/10 (95 reviews)
"Good place"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg
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Popular places to visit

Dollywood which includes rides and signage

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.

Dollywood
Great Smoky Mountains National Park which includes tranquil scenes, a house and forests

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.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Hersheypark which includes a water park

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.

Hersheypark
Biltmore Estate which includes a statue or sculpture, heritage elements and interior views

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.

Biltmore Estate
Harrahs Cherokee Casino

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.

Harrahs Cherokee Casino
PNC Park featuring a city

PNC Park

Root for the Pittsburgh Pirates at this iconic stadium, which blends a timeless ballpark atmosphere with modern amenities.

PNC Park

Things to do

10 Mile Stock Car Drive Experience at Pocono Raceway

10 Mile Stock Car Drive Experience at Pocono Raceway

Rp6.571.530
per adult
10 Mile Stock Car Drive Experience at Pocono Raceway
Drive NASCAR style Stock Cars At Pocono Raceway!

60 Mile Stock Car Drive Experience at Pocono Raceway

Rp27.982.530
per adult
60 Mile Stock Car Drive Experience at Pocono Raceway
20 Mile Stock Car Drive Experience at Pocono Raceway

20 Mile Stock Car Drive Experience at Pocono Raceway

Rp9.865.530
per adult
20 Mile Stock Car Drive Experience at Pocono Raceway
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