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 Grove Arcade and Pack Square.

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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Foxfire Estates

Though Foxfire Estates may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sugar Creek Raceway and Blue Ridge Scenic Railway.

Foxfire Estates
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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 French Broad River might round out your trip.

West Asheville
Country Cascades Waterpark Resort

Country Cascades Waterpark Resort

3.5 out of 5
204 Sharon Dr, Pigeon Forge, TN
The price is ฿2,844 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
฿2,844
฿3,192 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Pigeon Forge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,299 reviews)
Great stay for any age.
"This was the perfect little getaway. We did not even have to leave the facilities if we didn’t want to they had everything and although we had our 20 month old granddaughter, she had a blast playing and hopping in the water and if we would’ve had a 15 year-old and anywhere in between they would’ve ..."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Country Cascades Waterpark Resort
Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville by IHG

Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1 Resort Dr, Asheville, NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,028 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿3,028
฿3,421 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star golf hotel in Asheville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,018 reviews)
"Concierge staff make up for dated look of property and grounds. Junior suite was clean and spacey."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville by IHG
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort

4 out of 5
777 Casino Drive, Cherokee, NC
The price is ฿1,903 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿1,903
฿3,334 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cherokee. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,062 reviews)
"Check in staff were super helpful. Amazing resort."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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! (82 reviews)
"We loved the cozy rustic look of our condo. It was very clean had everything we needed for our stay and the view was breath taking!"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Deer Ridge Mountain Resort
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 (95 reviews)
"Good place"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg
Swiss Mountain Village

Swiss Mountain Village

3 out of 5
2324 Flat Top Rd, Blowing Rock, NC
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Blowing Rock. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Popular attractions Tweetsie Railroad and Moses Cone Manor are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (92 reviews)
"Thank you! We’ll be back!"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Swiss Mountain Village
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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