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
Enjoy the thrills at Anakeesta and see why everyone loves this theme park in Gatlinburg.
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.
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.
Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery
You can take time to visit Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery during your travels to Gatlinburg. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Rocky Top Mountain Coaster Admission Ticket in Pigeon Forge
Pigeon Forge: Steven Best's Unbelievable Magic Show
Gatlinburg Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride
Cash & The King: Tribute to Elvis and Johnny Cash
East Tennessee Off Road ATV Guided Experience
Paula Deen's Lumberjack Feud Supper Show- All You Can Eat!
Top hotels in Downtown Gatlinburg
Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
"We took a friends weekend getaway and had a great time. The hotel was clean, very conveniently located, and we absolutely loved the pool and hot tub! The only complaint we had about this hotel is the elevator situation over the weekend is insane. Trying to leave we waited atleast 10 minutes to be ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
"Traveled with family with kids. We enjoyed our stay and all the staffs were very helpful and nice. Ashraf at the front desk was very helpful with our needs and concerns. The hotel is very clean, rooms were big and beds were very comfortable. We will be staying here again in the future."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
"Loved the hotel! Clean, relaxing and everyone friendly"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Gatlinburg
"It's an aging property but still perfectly serviceable for an affordable, clean place to stay."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
The Wander Hotel, a Ramada by Wyndham
"The pool needs a serious update, the outside needs cleaning. One good thing of the place is the very good personnel who made check in easy.. Breakfast was average"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg
"Good"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in Downtown Gatlinburg
Chalet Village
If you're spending some time in Chalet Village, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ober Mountain are top sights worth seeing.
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 Anakeesta.
