Downtown Gatlinburg Travel Guide

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Downtown Gatlinburg
Downtown Gatlinburg
Downtown Gatlinburg
Downtown Gatlinburg

Popular places to visit

Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

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 beautiful waterfalls and mountain views in this romantic area.

Gatlinburg Convention Center
Gatlinburg SkyPark

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
Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery

Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery

You can take time to visit Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery during your travels to Gatlinburg. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this romantic area.

Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery
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

Things to do

Rocky Top Mountain Coaster Admission Ticket in Pigeon Forge

Rocky Top Mountain Coaster Admission Ticket in Pigeon Forge

฿559
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rocky Top Mountain Coaster Admission Ticket in Pigeon Forge
Gatlinburg: Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride

Gatlinburg Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride

฿528
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Gatlinburg Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride
Pigeon Forge: Steven Best's Unbelievable Magic Show

Pigeon Forge: Steven Best's Unbelievable Magic Show

฿1,211
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Pigeon Forge: Steven Best's Unbelievable Magic Show
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

฿1,211
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

฿1,242
per traveller
Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Pigeon Forge
Gatlinburg: Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies & Combo Ticket

Gatlinburg: Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies & Combo Ticket

฿1,387
per adult
Gatlinburg: Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies & Combo Ticket
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Top hotels in Downtown Gatlinburg

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

3 out of 5
402 River Rd Gatlinburg TN
The price is ฿4,421 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
฿4,421
฿4,985 total
30 Mar - 31 Mar
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! (2,700 reviews)
the location is great!! paper thin walls, low water pressure, same breakfast menu EVERY day - (that got old), parking garage and fee - ridiculous but the location was perfect

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

4 out of 5
539 Parkway Gatlinburg TN
The price is ฿5,015 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
฿5,015
฿5,654 total
12 Apr - 13 Apr
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! (2,010 reviews)
Just to the upscale place I planned t stay in. It wasn’t.

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg

3 out of 5
635 River Road Gatlinburg TN
The price is ฿4,222 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
฿4,222
฿4,761 total
27 Apr - 28 Apr
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! (1,002 reviews)
Everything was flawless, we will stay again.

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg
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 ฿2,789 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
฿2,789
฿3,145 total
27 Apr - 28 Apr
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! (1,141 reviews)
Clean room and convenience to strip

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

The Wander Hotel, a Ramada by Wyndham
The Greystone Lodge on the River

The Greystone Lodge on the River

2.5 out of 5
559 Parkway Gatlinburg TN
The price is ฿5,836 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
฿5,836
฿6,580 total
26 Apr - 27 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Dollywood are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (183 reviews)
Parking was nice

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

The Greystone Lodge on the River
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 ฿4,748 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
฿4,748
฿5,353 total
19 Apr - 20 Apr
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! (171 reviews)
Clean rooms, friendly staff, outdoor pool was wonderful, rooftop view was amazing. Will definitely return.

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
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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 Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park.

Chalet Village North
Chalet Village

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