Downtown Gatlinburg Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Gatlinburg Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Gatlinburg Convention Center during your trip to Gatlinburg. Discover the mountain views and beautiful waterfalls in this family-friendly area.
SkyPark
Ride this historic chairlift to a lookout point that offers spectacular panoramic views of the Smoky Mountains and Gatlinburg’s townscape.
Gatlinburg Space Needle
Ride in a glass elevator to an observation tower for panoramic mountain views or enjoy comedy, magician and fireworks shows.
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.
Things to do
Rocky Top Mountain Coaster Admission Ticket in Pigeon Forge
Cash & The King: Tribute to Elvis and Johnny Cash
Outdoor Gravity Park Zorbing Admission Ticket in Pigeon Forge
Grand American Opry at Grand Majestic Theater
Pigeon Forge: Outdoor Gravity Park Zorbing Experience
Top hotels in Downtown Gatlinburg
Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
Nice stay at Downtown!
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
Very enjoyable hotel. Clean, great pool area and location.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
The Greystone Lodge on the River
Thrilled we were able to get a room without a great deal of notice. Everything was super easy to get settled and out for dinner.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
River Terrace Resort & Convention Center
The room I chose online was NOT the one I got. I was sufficient for my needs but not what I booked. Not worth the nightly rate I was charged.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg
Our room was large with a nice large bathroom. Bed was comfortable. Our stay was great. I would have liked to have a coffee pot in the room during cooler months
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
River Edge Inn
Great parking and easy access to the national park.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Gatlinburg
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 Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park.
Chalet Village
If you're spending some time in Chalet Village, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park are top sights worth seeing.
