Appalachian Mountains Travel Guide
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Downtown Pittsburgh
Abundant dining options, interesting museums and live music are just a few top things to explore in Downtown Pittsburgh. A visit to PPG Paints Arena or Benedum Center might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Wood Street Station or Steel Plaza Station to get around town.
Big Creek
While visiting Big Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Whitman Hollow Marina and Norris Lake.
Downtown Gatlinburg
While visiting Downtown Gatlinburg, you might make a stop by sights like Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.
Downtown Chattanooga
Travellers to Downtown Chattanooga praise its must-see aquarium. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Tivoli Theatre and Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District.
Downtown Asheville
Downtown Asheville is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Pack Square and Wicked Weed Brewing.
Downtown Knoxville
Downtown Knoxville is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Bijou Theater or Tennessee Theatre.
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
The Breakfast was amazing, fast, and perfectly done service was great and every person was helpful and nice the room could have been cleaner
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
The Read House Hotel
A Beautiful historical Hotel. Good drinks & friendly staff at their bar. The doorman, check-in staff & valet was well run & professional. Comfy beds, water pressure awesome in the shower, nice layout. Couldn’t get in the steak restaurant due to a buy out.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
The Nittany Lion Inn
Expensive. But lovely
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park
Food was great, water Park was closed for 2 of our 3 full days. View was incredible, but room needs some deep cleaning and an update. Bed was extremely uncomfortable, pillows were terrible and sheets were like sandpaper. Worst sleep I've had on vacation.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Deer Ridge Mountain Resort
This was a great place to stay for our first time in Gatlinburg. The pool and hot tub were great!
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
!!Skyline LOVER'S Retreat!!! Sprawling Mtn Views!! Hottub!! Passion Suite!!
John was an amazing host and communicated promtply to any questions we had. The cabin was absolutely perfect for me and my wife for our getaway week. Off the beaten path a bit like we wanted and so very peaceful. All the little details in the cabin were a nice touch, and it had many essentials in ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Popular places to visit
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
America’s most visited national park offers blue mountain ridges, forested hiking trails, a variety of wildlife and bits of Southern mountain history.
Dollywood
This amusement park owned by country singer Dolly Parton lures fans with its roller coasters and children’s rides, museums and live music and theater shows.
Hersheypark
Ride roller coasters in this action-packed candy-themed park filled with thrilling water slides, child-friendly rides and opportunities to dine with actors dressed as Hershey products.
Biltmore Estate
Wander through gardens and lush grounds, tour the grand mansion and learn about the history of this opulent estate in Asheville, North Carolina.
Harrahs Cherokee Casino
Why not roll the dice by visiting Harrahs Cherokee Casino where you can enjoy the games and entertainment of this top casino in Cherokee? Discover the mountain views and casinos in this quaint area.
PNC Park
Root for the Pittsburgh Pirates at this iconic stadium, which blends a timeless ballpark atmosphere with modern amenities.
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