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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.

Anakeesta
Bring the kiddos to Anakeesta and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Gatlinburg.

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

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

Gatlinburg Ghosts of The Smokies Most Haunted Tour

Gatlinburg Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride

Gatlinburg Ghost Tours: Gilded Age Graves and Ghouls

The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures in Gatlinburg

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Great Smoky Mountains

Pigeon Forge: Sights of the Smokies Guided Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Gatlinburg

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg
Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025

River Edge Inn
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Bearskin Lodge on the River
Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Gatlinburg
Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Gatlinburg

Chalet Village North
While Chalet Village North isn't home to many top sights, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

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