Downtown Cherokee Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

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

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 family-friendly area.

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 quaint area.

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 quaint area.

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.

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.
Things to do

Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle

Great Smoky Mountains National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

Smoky Mountain Tour: Self-Guided Drive

Great Smoky Mountains Self-Guided Scenic Drive and Audio Tour

Great Smoky & Shenandoah National Park Driving Audio Tour

Museum of the Cherokee People Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Downtown Cherokee

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
Great place to stay quiet comfortable
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee
Room 328, Found dirty clothes in no get stand, looked like cigarette burns on bathroom sink and tub and ce machine was broken.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination
The possibilities for food gere are endless, lots of top notch restaurants! Hotel was laid out nicely and kept clean by staff . They have a great music venue that brings in talent from all genres. I am definitely going back soon!
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg
Good customer service people and nice view
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Glenstone Lodge
Staff were awesome and really tried to make our stay better, which I appreciated. Unfortunately, the hotel itself is definitely due for a renovation. Our first room was not clean—the tub was heavily stained, there was hair on the wall and floor, and the toilet wouldn’t flush. We were moved to another ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Deer Ridge Mountain Resort
Was not able to reach the host with a question about the dishwasher which needed repair.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Cherokee

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 Soco Gap.
