Blue Ridge Mountains Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Shenandoah National Park featuring forest scenes, autumn colours and a sunset
Shenandoah National Park featuring mountains, forests and a waterfall
Shenandoah National Park which includes mountains and hiking or walking as well as a small group of people
Natural Bridge Virginia showing a river or creek and a garden
Blue Ridge Mountains

Where to stay in Blue Ridge Mountains

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 Pack Square and Wicked Weed Brewing.

Downtown Asheville
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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.

Chalet Village
WonderWorks featuring interior views as well as an individual male

Downtown Pigeon Forge

While visiting Downtown Pigeon Forge, you might make a stop by sights like Pigeon Forge Factory Outlet Mall and The Comedy Barn Theater.

Downtown Pigeon Forge
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The Woods

If you're spending some time in The Woods, The Woods Resort Mountain View Course and Sleepy Creek Wildlife Management Area are top sights worth seeing.

The Woods
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West Asheville

The captivating mountain views and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to West Asheville. A stop by New Belgium Brewing Company or Asheville Treetops Adventure Park might round out your trip.

West Asheville
Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

3 out of 5
402 River Rd, Gatlinburg, TN
The price is ฿4,359 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿4,359
฿4,915 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,166 reviews)
"Loved this property. Staff were helpful and friendly. Building could use an update."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
Best Western Plaza Inn

Best Western Plaza Inn

2.5 out of 5
3755 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN
The price is ฿2,599 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿2,599
฿2,918 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pigeon Forge. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,838 reviews)
"All of the staff were efficient and pleasant. They were constantly cleaning up behind guests at the complimentary breakfast, which was very good."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Best Western Plaza Inn
Wilderness at the Smokies - Stone Hill Lodge

Wilderness at the Smokies - Stone Hill Lodge

3.5 out of 5
190 Gists Creek Road, Sevierville, TN
The price is ฿3,482 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿3,482
฿4,994 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star golf resort in Sevierville. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,879 reviews)
Nice place for family vacation, but rooms are old.
"Room was good, but the water was dripping from the air conditioning outside unit, and it was very annoying and it never was fixed after our request to fix it."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Wilderness at the Smokies - Stone Hill Lodge
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Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg

Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg

3 out of 5
315 East Pkwy, Gatlinburg, TN
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and ...
6.2/10 (89 reviews)
"Very nice stay for the price. Newly renovated, simple and clean."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (42 reviews)
"This was an excellent place to stay with our family. We had an amazing Mountain View and it was easy to get to. We had a lot of great communication from the manager. It could use some simple cosmetic maintenance, but over all it’s great and we would stay again."

Reviewed on 1 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! (266 reviews)
"This villa was a great weekend get away! We enjoyed the deck and views! We would definitely stay again!! ❤️"

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

The Villas at Coosawattee River Resort
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Popular places to visit

Dollywood which includes rides and signage

Dollywood

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

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

Biltmore Estate

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

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
Shenandoah National Park featuring a river or creek and forests as well as a couple

Shenandoah National Park

Blue ridges fill your view as you gaze over the many acres of tree-covered wilderness in this peaceful Virginia park.

Shenandoah National Park
Virginia Tech University

Virginia Tech University

Enjoy the student vibe around Virginia Tech University, a top university in Blacksburg. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Virginia Tech University

Cities near Blue Ridge Mountains

Roanoke featuring heritage elements and street scenes

Roanoke

Johnson City

Johnson City

Sevierville

Sevierville

Gatlinburg showing forests and a small town or village

Gatlinburg