Downtown Gatlinburg Travel Guide
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Visit Downtown Gatlinburg
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.

Gatlinburg 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

Pigeon Forge: Steven Best's Unbelievable Magic Show

Grand American Opry at Grand Majestic Theater

East Tennessee Off Road ATV Guided Experience

Pigeon Forge: Country Tonite Show Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Downtown Gatlinburg

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
"Room was very clean upon arrival we got the romantic suite . Was very nice . The location is perfect it’s actually the best hotel to go to walk around gatlinburg it’s right in the middle of everything which we loved we never took our car anywhere. I’ll definitely stay here again !"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
"great placeto stay. Excellent new rooms. Great topl floor bar."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
"We had a wonderful stay at Margaritaville Resort in Gatlinburg. The rooms were so clean and smelled fresh. The staff were friendly and courteous. We enjoyed the hot tub while there. I liked how it was tucked away."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg
"Great location but a little dated. My ac was very noisy"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026

The Greystone Lodge on the River
"The location of the property makes it ideal for walking around Gatlinburg. The staff was helpful and friendly!"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Reagan Resorts Inn
"Nicely renovated and good place on the strip parking can be a little tight but didn’t have a problem"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
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 Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook.

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

