Appalachian Mountains Travel Guide
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Downtown Pittsburgh
Abundant dining options, interesting museums and live music are just a few top things to explore in Downtown Pittsburgh. A visit to PPG Paints Arena or Benedum Center might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Wood Street Station or Steel Plaza Station to get around town.
Big Creek
While visiting Big Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Whitman Hollow Marina and Norris Lake.
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 Knoxville
Downtown Knoxville is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Bijou Theater or Tennessee Theatre.
Downtown Chattanooga
Travellers to Downtown Chattanooga praise its must-see aquarium. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Tivoli Theatre and Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District.
Downtown Asheville
Downtown Asheville is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Pack Square and Wicked Weed Brewing.
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Clean room, nice pool area and hot tub and the view. The shower was hot with a good pressure. So my husband likes IPA beers. The event we attebded at the hotel did not have any so since we were staying we called to see what time the bar closed. The front desk staff said 1 am. We went down to the ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
The Read House Hotel
Everything was great when I visited. If I want to make a fuss about anything, the pool wasn’t heated. Room service and staff get 5 stars from me.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg
Very clean hotel with wonderful polite staff.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park
Great
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Deer Ridge Mountain Resort
Place where we stayed felt so cozy but the best part our room was the view from the balcony. My mother and me would have coffee on the balcony every morning taking in the views before we started each day.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Placemakr Downtown Pittsburgh at The Pennsylvanian
Beautiful building. Hallways are kind of beat up. They could put some effort in making the actual floors (2nd floor, 3rd floor etc) more inviting or consistent with the exterior and actual units.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
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Popular places to visit
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
America’s most visited national park offers blue mountain ridges, forested hiking trails, a variety of wildlife and bits of Southern mountain history.
Dollywood
This amusement park owned by country singer Dolly Parton lures fans with its roller coasters and children’s rides, museums and live music and theater shows.
Hersheypark
Ride roller coasters in this action-packed candy-themed park filled with thrilling water slides, child-friendly rides and opportunities to dine with actors dressed as Hershey products.
Biltmore Estate
Wander through gardens and lush grounds, tour the grand mansion and learn about the history of this opulent estate in Asheville, North Carolina.
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.
PNC Park
Root for the Pittsburgh Pirates at this iconic stadium, which blends a timeless ballpark atmosphere with modern amenities.
