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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.

Gatlinburg Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in 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 21 Jul 2025

Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

River Edge Inn
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Gatlinburg
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Gatlinburg

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
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.