Downtown Gatlinburg Travel Guide

Gatlinburg

A panoramic view of downtown Gatlinburg, Tennessee
A panoramic view of downtown Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Gatlinburg TN Very breathtaking view from the Tennessee/North Carolina border @newfoundgaproad
Anakeesta tree canopy walk next to Smoky Mountain National Park in Gatlinburg Tennessee.
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Popular places to visit

Ripley\'s Aquarium of the Smokies featuring interior views and marine life as well as a large group of people

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.

Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
Tree Bridge

Anakeesta

Bring your family to Anakeesta and enjoy this exciting theme park in Gatlinburg.

Anakeesta
BH8WH6 AJD63859, Gatlinburg, TN, Tennessee, Gatlinburg Convention Center. Image shot 2009. Exact date unknown.

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 Convention Center
Gatlinburg Sky Lift featuring forests and a gondola

Gatlinburg SkyPark

Ride this historic chairlift to a lookout point that offers spectacular panoramic views of the Smoky Mountains and Gatlinburg’s townscape.

Gatlinburg SkyPark
Gatlinburg Space Needle

Gatlinburg Space Needle

Ride in a glass elevator to an observation tower for panoramic mountain views or enjoy comedy, magician and fireworks shows.

Gatlinburg Space Needle
Ripley\'s Believe It Or Not Museum which includes interior views

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.

Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Things to do

Rocky Top Mountain Coaster Admission Ticket in Pigeon Forge

Rocky Top Mountain Coaster Admission Ticket in Pigeon Forge

Rp302.742
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rocky Top Mountain Coaster Admission Ticket in Pigeon Forge
Two legends. One stage. One unforgettable night—Elvis & Johnny Cash live in spirit at Cash & The King

Cash & The King: Tribute to Elvis and Johnny Cash

Rp655.941
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Cash & The King: Tribute to Elvis and Johnny Cash
Great Smoky & Shenandoah National Park Driving Audio Tour

Great Smoky & Shenandoah National Park Driving Audio Tour

Rp453.945
per traveller
Great Smoky & Shenandoah National Park Driving Audio Tour
Cades Cove Sightseeing Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Cades Cove: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Rp252.117
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Cades Cove: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Crave Golf Club, Pigeon Forge

Crave Golf Club - Two Courses of Mini Golf

Rp372.709
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Crave Golf Club - Two Courses of Mini Golf
Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride

Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride

Rp285.923
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride
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Top hotels in Downtown Gatlinburg

Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

4 out of 5
539 Parkway Gatlinburg TN
The price is Rp1.795.853 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
Rp1.795.853
Rp2.024.904 total
3 Feb - 4 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,037 reviews)
Top tier hotel!!

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

3 out of 5
402 River Rd Gatlinburg TN
The price is Rp1.646.314 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
Rp1.646.314
Rp1.856.218 total
29 Jan - 30 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,616 reviews)
Room was great clean comfortable, only problem tub drain was stop up but maintance came quickly and fixed.

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
River Edge Inn

River Edge Inn

2 out of 5
665 River Rd Gatlinburg TN
Stay at this hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Loved this place, would stay again.

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

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River Edge Inn
The Greystone Lodge on the River

The Greystone Lodge on the River

2.5 out of 5
559 Parkway Gatlinburg TN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.314.990 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
Rp2.314.990
Rp2.610.151 total
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Dollywood are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (145 reviews)
Clean and homie

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

The Greystone Lodge on the River
Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg

Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg

2.5 out of 5
Gatlinburg TN
The price is Rp769.651 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
Rp769.651
Rp1.056.840 total
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
6.2/10 (1,012 reviews)
Great location

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg
Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

3 out of 5
635 River Road Gatlinburg TN
The price is Rp1.537.735 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
Rp1.537.735
Rp1.733.797 total
3 Feb - 4 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Location, location and location. The location is excellent 3 min walk to Ober mountain and 5 min walk to Skypark, also very close to Howard's restaurant and Cherokee Grille, awesome dinning options. Hotel staff is extremely friendly and always available to help and give local tips to explore the ...

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Gatlinburg

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Chalet Village North

Though Chalet Village North may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook.

Chalet Village North
Photo taken from Ober Gatlinburg, such a beautiful place.

Chalet Village

If you're spending some time in Chalet Village, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ober Mountain are top sights worth seeing.

Chalet Village

Downtown Gatlinburg Travel Guide