Downtown Gatlinburg Travel Guide

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A panoramic view of downtown Gatlinburg, Tennessee
A panoramic view of downtown Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Gatlinburg TN Very breathtaking view from the Tennessee/North Carolina border @newfoundgaproad
Anakeesta tree canopy walk next to Smoky Mountain National Park in Gatlinburg Tennessee.
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Popular places to visit

Ripley\'s Aquarium of the Smokies featuring interior views and marine life as well as a large group of people

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.

Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
Tree Bridge

Anakeesta

Bring your family to Anakeesta and enjoy this exciting theme park in Gatlinburg.

Anakeesta
BH8WH6 AJD63859, Gatlinburg, TN, Tennessee, Gatlinburg Convention Center. Image shot 2009. Exact date unknown.

Gatlinburg Convention Center

Learn about the events happening in Gatlinburg Convention Center during your trip to Gatlinburg. Discover the mountain views and beautiful waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

Gatlinburg Convention Center
Gatlinburg Sky Lift featuring forests and a gondola

Gatlinburg SkyPark

Ride this historic chairlift to a lookout point that offers spectacular panoramic views of the Smoky Mountains and Gatlinburg’s townscape.

Gatlinburg SkyPark
Gatlinburg Space Needle

Gatlinburg Space Needle

Ride in a glass elevator to an observation tower for panoramic mountain views or enjoy comedy, magician and fireworks shows.

Gatlinburg Space Needle
Ripley\'s Believe It Or Not Museum which includes interior views

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.

Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Things to do

Enjoy the Magic in the Mountains of Beautiful Anakeesta

Anakeesta - Enjoy the Magic in the Mountains

฿1,230
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Anakeesta - Enjoy the Magic in the Mountains
Rocky Top Mountain Coaster Admission Ticket in Pigeon Forge

Rocky Top Mountain Coaster Admission Ticket in Pigeon Forge

฿573
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rocky Top Mountain Coaster Admission Ticket in Pigeon Forge
Pigeon Forge: Steven Best's Unbelievable Magic Show

Pigeon Forge: Steven Best's Unbelievable Magic Show

฿1,242
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Pigeon Forge: Steven Best's Unbelievable Magic Show
Gatlinburg: Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride

Gatlinburg Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride

฿541
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Gatlinburg Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride
Two legends. One stage. One unforgettable night—Elvis & Johnny Cash live in spirit at Cash & The King

Cash & The King: Tribute to Elvis and Johnny Cash

฿1,242
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Cash & The King: Tribute to Elvis and Johnny Cash
Bar and seating area inside the Hard Rock Cafe Pigeon Forge Tennessee

Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Pigeon Forge

฿1,274
per traveller
Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Pigeon Forge
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Top hotels in Downtown Gatlinburg

Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

4 out of 5
539 Parkway Gatlinburg TN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,547 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
฿4,547
฿5,127 total
9 Mar - 10 Mar
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. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (2,049 reviews)
This is a outstanding place to stay can’t wait to return it’s our go to place from now on very clean and the staff was friendly went out of there way to make sure we was welcome

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

3 out of 5
402 River Rd Gatlinburg TN
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! (2,659 reviews)
Great location. Terrific view!!

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

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Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

3 out of 5
635 River Road Gatlinburg TN
The price is ฿3,930 per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
฿3,930
฿4,432 total
19 Mar - 20 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
Great location. Amazing service, very clean. My only complaint is the pool is too cold.

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg
Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

3.5 out of 5
229 East Parkway Gatlinburg TN
The price is ฿4,172 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
฿4,172
฿4,704 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Great Smoky Mountains National Park and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (134 reviews)
Brand new and perfect 👌

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
River Edge Inn

River Edge Inn

2 out of 5
665 River Rd Gatlinburg TN
Stay at this hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Clean rooms. Pleasant staff. Close to everything!

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

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River Edge Inn
The Wander Hotel, a Ramada by Wyndham

The Wander Hotel, a Ramada by Wyndham

2.5 out of 5
929 PARKWAY Gatlinburg TN
The price is ฿1,355 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
฿1,355
฿1,527 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,101 reviews)
Yes. Skypark is 5 minutes away and pretty good food option near by.

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

The Wander Hotel, a Ramada by Wyndham
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Gatlinburg

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Chalet Village North

Though Chalet Village North may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park.

Chalet Village North
Photo taken from Ober Gatlinburg, such a beautiful place.

Chalet Village

If you're spending some time in Chalet Village, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ober Mountain are top sights worth seeing.

Chalet Village

Downtown Gatlinburg Travel Guide