Downtown Gatlinburg
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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.
Gatlinburg 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
Rocky Top Mountain Coaster Admission Ticket in Pigeon Forge
Gatlinburg Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride
Pigeon Forge: Steven Best's Unbelievable Magic Show
Cash & The King: Tribute to Elvis and Johnny Cash
Pigion Forge: Elvis and Johnny Cash Tribute Show Ticket
Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride
Top hotels in Downtown Gatlinburg
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
Awesome
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026
Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
Great location.
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026
River Edge Inn
Nice rooms and clean
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026
The Greystone Lodge on the River
It’s not the prettiest place to stay BUT you are SmackDab in the center location !! Across the street is the chair lift to the top; and there’s restaurants and souvenir shops on both sides. Breakfast was eggs and bacon and biscuit with gravy. The rooms are really warm if you need them to be.
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg
Our annual stay for the ETSBOA was everything we needed it to be. We always choose this comfy hotel close to EVERYTHING. With a great breakfast and clean safe rooms. Plus free parking as a bonus to guests. Housekeeping kept us stocked with clean towels. And with teenagers that’s an extra bonus for ...
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
Easy check in. Room and hotel was well kept. Really enjoyed the restaurant and rooftop views
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026
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 Anakeesta 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 Mountain are top sights worth seeing.
