Visit Downtown Gatlinburg
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 beautiful waterfalls and mountain views in this romantic 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

Cash & The King: Tribute to Elvis and Johnny Cash

Paula Deen's Lumberjack Feud Christmas Supper Show- All You Can Eat!

Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride

Cades Cove: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Gatlinburg

Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
Clean room, good amenities
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
Perfect location to walk everywhere!
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

River Edge Inn
The room was very clean. The staff was very polite and gave us great suggestions for dinner.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

The Greystone Lodge on the River
Best staff
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg
Location was great
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg
Decent room
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
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 Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook.

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






