Downtown Cherokee Travel Guide
Cherokee
Visit Downtown Cherokee
Popular places to visit
Museum of the Cherokee Indian
This remarkable site pieces together thousands of years of Cherokee Indian history through multimedia exhibits, ancient artifacts and life-size figures.
Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine
You can find out about the history of Cherokee when you stop by Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Oconaluftee Islands Park
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Oconaluftee Islands Park, a lovely green space in Cherokee. Amble within the natural setting or visit the casinos in this quaint area.
Cherokee Welcome Center
Enjoy the student vibe at Cherokee Welcome Center as part of your travels around Cherokee. Discover the mountain views and casinos in this quaint area.
Cherokee Mountainside Theatre
You can enjoy a show at Cherokee Mountainside Theatre during your stay in Cherokee. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.
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.
Things to do
Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle
Great Smoky Mountains Self-Guided Scenic Drive and Audio Tour
Smoky Mountain Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Museum of the Cherokee People Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Downtown Cherokee
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
Very clean and great staff
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee
Great place, very helpful staff
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg
This hotel has it all! Great views, restaurants, pool with slide, trolley shuttle to downtown and the hotel itself has an interesting architecture. I was curious how the room would look with it being a round hotel, and they were super roomy. All around a great place to stay on a Gatlinburg trip. ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination
Would not recommend! I reserved a non smoking room. When I arrived they gave me a smoking room. I was told nothing could be done. It was overpriced and my reservation was not accurate. They also did not have hot water. Very disappointing stay
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Glenstone Lodge
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Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Deer Ridge Mountain Resort
Overall we had a nice experience. The view is amazing so that alone was worth it. It could have been cleaner and better maintained. We had both closet doors in our place broken (barely dangling on), and there was not the basic pantry items stocked that we are at least used to having when we stay ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Cherokee
Cranberry Falls
While there might not be top attractions in Cranberry Falls, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Soco Falls and Waterrock Knob.
