Downtown Gatlinburg Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
From sharks and stingrays, to penguins and octopus, get close to a colorful collection of tropical sea creatures at this walk-through aquarium.
Gatlinburg Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Gatlinburg Convention Center during your trip to Gatlinburg. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and mountain views in this romantic area.
Gatlinburg SkyPark
Ride this historic chairlift to a lookout point that offers spectacular panoramic views of the Smoky Mountains and Gatlinburg’s townscape.
Gatlinburg Space Needle
Ride in a glass elevator to an observation tower for panoramic mountain views or enjoy comedy, magician and fireworks shows.
Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum
Get ready to be astounded by unique artifacts from all corners of the globe at this museum dedicated to astonishing people and events.
Things to do
Anakeesta - Enjoy the Magic in the Mountains
฿1,214
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Rocky Top Mountain Coaster Admission Ticket in Pigeon Forge
฿575
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Pigeon Forge: Steven Best's Unbelievable Magic Show
฿1,245
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Gatlinburg Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride
฿543
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Cash & The King: Tribute to Elvis and Johnny Cash
฿1,245
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Downtown Gatlinburg
Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
402 River Rd Gatlinburg TN
The price is ฿3,663 per night from 5 May to 6 May
฿3,663
฿4,130 total
5 May - 6 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,816 reviews)
My husband could never connect to internet. Apparently it is a big problem with a lot of people.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
539 Parkway Gatlinburg TN
The price is ฿4,653 per night from 3 May to 4 May
฿4,653
฿5,246 total
3 May - 4 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,998 reviews)
Manager Monty was extremely unprofessional Milly desk work completely unprofessional she hugged me without my permission they both mad comments no one should share with a paying guest after I complained they became very aggressively rude toward me and my family !never acknowledged us gave free drinks ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
The Greystone Lodge on the River
559 Parkway Gatlinburg TN
The price is ฿5,180 per night from 3 May to 4 May
฿5,180
฿5,840 total
3 May - 4 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Great Smoky Mountains ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (246 reviews)
The room was exceptionally clean. Towels. Sheets. All of it was clean and tidy. Complete with mini fridge and microwave. It Had a gorgeous view of the creek and nice little balcony. I really Enjoyed the covered parking located steps from the door to the hotel and another step or two to our room. ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg
Gatlinburg TN
The price is ฿1,528 per night from 3 May to 4 May
฿1,528
฿2,090 total
3 May - 4 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
6.4/10 (1,081 reviews)
Loved location . Great restaurants, activities, and Convention Center: all within easy walk. Excellent parking. Good breakfast. Comfortable bed. Otherwise, very poorly maintained. Soap dispensers empty, bathroom exhaust fan hanging by wires, tv remote does not work.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
229 East Parkway Gatlinburg TN
Fully refundable
The price is ฿4,715 per night from 11 May to 12 May
฿4,715
฿5,316 total
11 May - 12 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Great Smoky ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (247 reviews)
Great amenities and clean and spacious room in a great location.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Reagan Resorts Inn
938 Parkway Gatlinburg TN
The price is ฿1,636 per night from 17 May to 18 May
฿1,636
฿2,074 total
17 May - 18 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,690 reviews)
Beds were very, very comfortable and it was a great location right on the strip
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
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.
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Gatlinburg
Chalet Village North
Though Chalet Village North may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park.
Chalet Village
If you're spending some time in Chalet Village, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ober Mountain are top sights worth seeing.
