Downtown Cherokee Travel Guide

Cherokee

Popular places to visit

Museum of the Cherokee Indian showing interior views

Museum of the Cherokee Indian

5/5(1 review)

This remarkable site pieces together thousands of years of Cherokee Indian history through multimedia exhibits, ancient artifacts and life-size figures.

Museum of the Cherokee Indian
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Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine

You can find out about the history of Cherokee when you stop by Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine
Oconaluftee Islands Park which includes a garden and forest scenes

Oconaluftee Islands Park

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Oconaluftee Islands Park, a lovely green space in Cherokee. Amble within the natural setting or visit the casinos in this family-friendly area.

Oconaluftee Islands Park
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Cherokee Welcome Center

Enjoy the student vibe at Cherokee Welcome Center as part of your travels around Cherokee. Discover the mountain views and casinos in this family-friendly area.

Cherokee Welcome Center
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Cherokee Mountainside Theatre

You can enjoy a show at Cherokee Mountainside Theatre during your stay in Cherokee. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Cherokee Mountainside Theatre
Harrahs Cherokee Casino

Harrahs Cherokee Casino

5/5(1 review)

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

Things to do

Great Smoky & Shenandoah National Park Driving Audio Tour

Great Smoky & Shenandoah National Park Driving Audio Tour

Rp454.080
per traveller
Great Smoky & Shenandoah National Park Driving Audio Tour
Blue Ridge Parkway Bundle

Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle

Rp403.608
per traveller
Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle
Smoky Mountains National Park

Great Smoky Mountains National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

Rp269.016
per traveller
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Great Smoky & Cades Cove Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle

Great Smoky & Cades Cove Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle

Rp420.432
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Great Smoky & Cades Cove Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle
Discover the beauty, mystery, and history of America’s most visited national park on this self-guided drive through the Great Smoky Mountains.

Great Smoky Mountains Self-Guided Scenic Drive and Audio Tour

Rp251.907
per traveller
Great Smoky Mountains Self-Guided Scenic Drive and Audio Tour
Over the Top Tour in Oconaluftee

Over the Top Tour in Oconaluftee

Rp2.523.600
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Over the Top Tour in Oconaluftee
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Top hotels in Downtown Cherokee

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

2.5 out of 5
1636 Acquoni Rd Cherokee NC
Stay at this hotel in Cherokee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,917 reviews)
The stay at Great Smokies is always good. Pleasant staff, good location, clean room and good price. This trip had the added feature of seeing a couple Elk walking down the road near the motel.

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

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Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
Newfound Lodge on the river

Newfound Lodge on the river

2 out of 5
1192 Tsali Blvd Cherokee NC
The price is Rp1.158.303 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp1.158.303
Rp1.332.049 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cherokee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Harrahs Cherokee Casino and Smokey Mountain Gold & ...
7.8/10 Good! (162 reviews)
Very friendly staff beautiful scenery.

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Newfound Lodge on the river
The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

4 out of 5
705 Cherokee Orchard Road Gatlinburg TN
The price is Rp1.277.539 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
Rp1.277.539
Rp1.440.424 total
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,078 reviews)
Everything was amazing

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg
Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination

Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination

4 out of 5
777 Casino Drive Cherokee NC
The price is Rp990.407 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp990.407
Rp1.779.224 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cherokee. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,155 reviews)
Clean room, friendly staff

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination
Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort

Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort

3.5 out of 5
604 Airport Rd Gatlinburg TN
The price is Rp2.264.979 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
Rp2.264.979
Rp2.553.765 total
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free breakfast, an outdoor pool and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (682 reviews)
Location and amenities

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort
Deer Ridge Mountain Resort

Deer Ridge Mountain Resort

2.5 out of 5
3710 Weber Rd Gatlinburg TN
The price is Rp1.212.861 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp1.212.861
Rp3.165.598 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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! (191 reviews)
Perfect , nice view

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Deer Ridge Mountain Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Cherokee

Toms Branch Falls in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, North Carolina

Cranberry Falls

While there might not be top attractions in Cranberry Falls, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Soco Falls and Waterrock Knob.

Cranberry Falls

Downtown Cherokee Travel Guide