Downtown Gatlinburg
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
East Tennessee Off Road ATV Guided Experience
Top hotels in Downtown Gatlinburg
Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
This hotel is a hidden gym in my humble opinion. It would fall under the category of outdated for some, but that just added to the charm for me. I will start with my only negative critique, the parking was absolutely atrocious. It was ample, but tight. But once we got parked and made our way in we ...
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
The front desk staff during the day are rude and not helpful at all.
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
Hard to imagine a better place to stay while in Gatlinburg. The rooms are fantastic. The showers are bigger than some closets, and have a three-nozzle setup that's amazing. The rooms also have balconies that have wonderful views of the surrounding area. The hotel property has a really nice bar, an ...
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg
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Reviewed on May 16, 2026
The Greystone Lodge on the River
Older style hotel but clean and friendly staff. Very central
Reviewed on May 16, 2026
Reagan Resorts Inn
Everything about the room was amazing and the showers and jacuzzi had perfect pressure & temperature
Reviewed on May 15, 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 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 Mountain are top sights worth seeing.
