Appalachian Mountains Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Appalachian Mountains
North Carolina showing interior views
Atlanta featuring street scenes and a house
Foggy Bottom which includes a house, street scenes and a city
Washington Monument which includes a monument and a sunset

Where to stay in Appalachian Mountains

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Downtown Pittsburgh

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

Abundant dining options, interesting museums and live music are just a few top things to explore in Downtown Pittsburgh. A visit to PPG Paints Arena or Benedum Center might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Wood Street Station or Steel Plaza Station to get around town.

Downtown Pittsburgh
Gatlinburg featuring autumn colours and landscape views

Downtown Gatlinburg

While visiting Downtown Gatlinburg, you might make a stop by sights like Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.

Downtown Gatlinburg
Asheville

Downtown Asheville

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Downtown Asheville is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Grove Arcade and Pack Square.

Downtown Asheville
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Big Creek

While visiting Big Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Whitman Hollow Marina and Norris Lake.

Big Creek
Chattanooga showing a bridge, a city and water sports

Downtown Chattanooga

4/5(14 area reviews)

Travellers to Downtown Chattanooga praise its must-see aquarium. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Tivoli Theatre and Chattanooga Choo Choo.

Downtown Chattanooga
Knoxville showing markets

Downtown Knoxville

Downtown Knoxville is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Bijou Theater or Tennessee Theatre.

Downtown Knoxville
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown

3.5 out of 5
600 Commonwealth Pl, Pittsburgh, PA
The price is ฿5,238 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
฿5,238
฿5,971 total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,986 reviews)
"It was my first experience being there, and it was great! I will definitely go back if I’m in the area!"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Omni William Penn Hotel

Omni William Penn Hotel

4 out of 5
530 William Penn Place, Pittsburgh, PA
The price is ฿4,656 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿4,656
฿5,308 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy 3 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,609 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly and accommodating. I loved the live music in the lobby. I like how the bathrooms included full sized bottles of shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. Breakfast at The Terrace was pricy but delicious. Expedia is wrong. The breakfast buffet is $27 per person, not $23. Parking ..."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Omni William Penn Hotel
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area

Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area

2.5 out of 5
300 N Mountain Rd, Harrisburg, PA
The price is ฿1,947 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿1,947
฿2,162 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Harrisburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7/10 Good! (1,585 reviews)
"Was very clean and comfort"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
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Deer Ridge Mountain Resort

Deer Ridge Mountain Resort

2.5 out of 5
3710 Weber Rd, Gatlinburg, TN
Stay at this condo in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Popular attractions Bent Creek Golf Club and Little Pigeon River are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (53 reviews)
"Property badly needs updates, it’s definitely an older one. I’m sure the location makes it a bit more difficult to make major renovations as it’s on the side of the mountain. The view is gorgeous, and no issues getting into the area. Our unit was a two BR, with one queen and two twin beds, fine for ..."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Deer Ridge Mountain Resort
The Villas at Coosawattee River Resort

The Villas at Coosawattee River Resort

4 out of 5
634 Beaver Lake Dr, Ellijay, GA
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly villa in Ellijay. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Talona Lake and Riverside ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (268 reviews)
So Peaceful and Relaxing!
"We were only planning to stay one night on a business trip, but the Villa was so nice and relaxing that I booked two more nights for my wife, her best friend, and me to enjoy."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

The Villas at Coosawattee River Resort
stayAPT Suites Madison-Greenbrier

stayAPT Suites Madison-Greenbrier

4 out of 5
26800 Success Dr SW, Madison, AL
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Madison. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Wheeler National ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (193 reviews)
"Quiet, clean and safe. Cleaning staff very friendly and helpful. We had a small mixup with our room number but it was taken care of quickly once discovered."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

stayAPT Suites Madison-Greenbrier
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Popular places to visit

Dollywood which includes rides and signage

Dollywood

4.5/5(3 reviews)

This amusement park owned by country singer Dolly Parton lures fans with its roller coasters and children’s rides, museums and live music and theater shows.

Dollywood
Great Smoky Mountains National Park which includes tranquil scenes, a house and forests

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

5/5(15 reviews)

America’s most visited national park offers blue mountain ridges, forested hiking trails, a variety of wildlife and bits of Southern mountain history.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Hersheypark which includes a water park

Hersheypark

Ride roller coasters in this action-packed candy-themed park filled with thrilling water slides, child-friendly rides and opportunities to dine with actors dressed as Hershey products.

Hersheypark
Biltmore Estate which includes a statue or sculpture, heritage elements and interior views

Biltmore Estate

4/5(1 review)

Wander through gardens and lush grounds, tour the grand mansion and learn about the history of this opulent estate in Asheville, North Carolina.

Biltmore Estate
Harrahs Cherokee Casino

Harrahs Cherokee Casino

5/5(1 review)

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.

Harrahs Cherokee Casino
PNC Park featuring a city

PNC Park

5/5(4 reviews)

Root for the Pittsburgh Pirates at this iconic stadium, which blends a timeless ballpark atmosphere with modern amenities.

PNC Park

Things to do

Paintball in the Pocono Mountains Pennsylvania

Paintball in the Pocono Mountains Pennsylvania

฿2,127
per adult
Paintball in the Pocono Mountains Pennsylvania
10 Mile Stock Car Drive Experience at Pocono Raceway

10 Mile Stock Car Drive Experience at Pocono Raceway

฿13,069
per adult
10 Mile Stock Car Drive Experience at Pocono Raceway
20 Mile Stock Car Drive Experience at Pocono Raceway

20 Mile Stock Car Drive Experience at Pocono Raceway

฿19,620
per adult
20 Mile Stock Car Drive Experience at Pocono Raceway
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