Downtown Cherokee Travel Guide

Cherokee

Popular places to visit

Museum of the Cherokee Indian

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.

Museum of the Cherokee Indian
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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.

Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine
Oconaluftee Islands Park

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.

Oconaluftee Islands Park
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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 Welcome Center
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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.

Cherokee Mountainside Theatre
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

Things to do

Blue Ridge Parkway Bundle

Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle

฿769
per traveller
Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle
Discover the beauty, mystery, and history of America’s most visited national park on this self-guided drive through the Great Smoky Mountains.

Great Smoky Mountains Self-Guided Scenic Drive and Audio Tour

฿479
per traveller
Great Smoky Mountains Self-Guided Scenic Drive and Audio Tour
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Self Driving Tour

Smoky Mountain Tour: Self-Guided Drive

฿488
per traveller
82% of travellers recommend
Smoky Mountain Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

Great Smoky Mountains National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

฿511
per traveller
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Museum of the Cherokee People Admission Ticket

Museum of the Cherokee People Admission Ticket

฿479
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Museum of the Cherokee People Admission Ticket
Clingmans Dome Self-Guided Walking Tour

Clingmans Dome Self-Guided Walking Tour

฿287
per traveller
Clingmans Dome Self-Guided Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown Cherokee

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

2.5 out of 5
1636 Acquoni Rd Cherokee NC
The price is ฿2,192 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
฿2,192
฿2,521 total
31 May - 1 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cherokee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,919 reviews)
Everything was awesome! Room was so clean and the bed was awesome! The shower was amazing. The location was fabulous…close to the casino, downtown, and right beside the walking trail. We will be back!

Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

2 out of 5
1223 Tsali Blvd Cherokee NC
The price is ฿2,436 per night from 19 May to 20 May
฿2,436
฿2,801 total
19 May - 20 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cherokee. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,070 reviews)
Great place, very helpful staff

Reviewed on 7 May 2026

Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee
The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

4 out of 5
705 Cherokee Orchard Road Gatlinburg TN
The price is ฿4,414 per night from 14 May to 15 May
฿4,414
฿4,977 total
14 May - 15 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,234 reviews)
Everything was well maintain and in great condition

Reviewed on 10 May 2026

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg
Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination

Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination

4 out of 5
777 Casino Drive Cherokee NC
The price is ฿1,710 per night from 26 May to 27 May
฿1,710
฿3,194 total
26 May - 27 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,309 reviews)
Great stay!

Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination
Deer Ridge Mountain Resort

Deer Ridge Mountain Resort

3 out of 5
3710 Weber Rd Gatlinburg TN
The price is ฿2,326 per night from 12 May to 13 May
฿2,326
฿6,072 total
12 May - 13 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Bent Creek Golf Club and Little Pigeon River ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (244 reviews)
No washer and dryer and a lot smaller than it looks in the pictures but all in all nice and quiet. TV satellite didn't work most of the time during our visit but we didn't need TV anyway and we were up in the mountains!

Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Deer Ridge Mountain Resort
Glenstone Lodge

Glenstone Lodge

3.5 out of 5
504 Historic Nature Trl Gatlinburg TN
The price is ฿2,724 per night from 14 May to 15 May
฿2,724
฿3,071 total
14 May - 15 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,465 reviews)
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Reviewed on 9 May 2026

Glenstone Lodge
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Cherokee

Toms Branch Falls in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, North Carolina

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.

Cranberry Falls

Downtown Cherokee Travel Guide