Discover the best of Gatlinburg, Tennessee—a lively mountain town known for its breathtaking views, fun attractions, southern dining, and easy access to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This guide highlights top things to do, great places to ...
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Things to Do in Gatlinburg
Gatlinburg offers outdoor adventures, family-friendly attractions, and scenic mountain views.
Walk the longest pedestrian suspension bridge in North America.
Gatlinburg SkyPark
Mountaintop adventure park with treetop walks, ziplines, coasters, and views. Beautiful in all seasons.
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Top-rated aquarium with a shark tunnel and interactive exhibits.
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
Perfect starting point for park hikes like Laurel Falls.
Visitor Centers - Great Smoky Mountains
Year-round fun with alpine slides, skiing in winter, and a scenic aerial tramway.
Ober Mountain
See famous cars from TV and movies, including the Batmobile and Fast & Furious favorites.
Hollywood Star Cars Museum
Quirky stop featuring more than 20,000 salt and pepper shaker sets from around the world.
Salt & Pepper Shaker Museum
Places to Stay in Gatlinburg
From mountaintop cabins to downtown resorts, Gatlinburg has accommodations for every travel style.
Fun tropical vibes in downtown.
Welcome to Margaritaville Resort | Gatlinburg, Tennessee Hotel
Panoramic Smoky Mountain views and an indoor water-slide pool.
Park Vista DoubleTree Hotel in Gatlinburg, TN
Luxurious cabins with hot tubs and private decks.
Gatlinburg Falls Resort
This Gatlinburg hotel is located less than 100 yards from the entrance of The Great Smoky Mountain National Park.
Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg
Cozy, budget-friendly stay near downtown attractions.
River Edge Inn - Gatlinburg
Family-friendly hotel with easy access to attractions and complimentary breakfast.
Downtown Gatlinburg, TN Hotel With Indoor Pool | Holiday Inn Express ...
Affordable rooms with balconies offering river views.
Baymont by Wyndham Gatlinburg On The River
Comfortable lodge with a rustic feel, located near the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Bearskin Lodge
Cozy lodge-style rooms with fireplaces and balconies overlooking a creek.
Old Creek Lodge
Places to Eat in Gatlinburg
Gatlinburg is known for southern comfort food, mountain barbecue, and iconic breakfast spots.
Famous breakfast destination since 1960.
Pancake Pantry
Romantic riverside steakhouse with hand-cut steaks.
The Peddler Steakhouse
Upscale mountain lodge dining experience.
Cherokee Grill and Steakhouse
Classic homemade taffy and fudge stop.
Ole Smoky Candy Kitchen
A local favorite since 1975, known for fresh rainbow trout dishes.
Smoky Mountain Trout House
Charming lunch spot inspired by Austrian tea rooms, famous for homemade soups and unique sandwiches.
