Downtown Cherokee Travel Guide
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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 quaint 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 family-friendly 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
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Museum of the Cherokee People Admission Ticket
Great Smoky & Cades Cove Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle
Top hotels in Downtown Cherokee
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
"The rooms we spacious and clean, there is always someone there to get things you need for your room. The property was well maintained with beautiful scenery, and staff was very helpful with telling us places to visit and see!! I will definitely come back."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside
"Good for a night."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee
"It's a nice hotel in my opinion. It's not perfect, but it's clean. The staff is nice. I've stayed here a couple of times. I have only seen coffee, juice and muffins for breakfast. We usually go to Peter's for breakfast. It's very close to the hotel."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park
"The only thing that was good was the coffee and the office was too small to handle the customers that came in to get the breakfast. For the price I paid I would not stay there again."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg
"Beautiful property well kept. Saw bear everyday."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination
"Everyone was helpful and polite"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
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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.
