Blue Ridge Mountains Travel Guide
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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 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.
Wears Valley
Unique features of Wears Valley include the mountain views and parks. Make a stop by Great Smoky Mountains National Park or Walker Sisters Place while you're exploring the area.
Cherry Lake
Cherry Lake might not have many top sights, but Blue Ridge Scenic Railway and Mineral Springs Walking Trail are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Chalet Village
If you're spending some time in Chalet Village, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ober Mountain are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Pigeon Forge
While visiting Downtown Pigeon Forge, you might make a stop by sights like Island at Pigeon Forge and Pigeon Forge Factory Outlet Mall.
Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
Breakfast was nice. Room was okay but could definitely use an update. Parking was absolutely awful. The lot is very cramped with small tight spaces. Staff were kind and polite.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Country Cascades Waterpark Resort
This place was OK. The pool area / slides were were nice but the hours of the slides are a bit wonky. Our room had a weird smell to it when we first got there and it seemed a lot of things were “out of order” also it says quiet time was at 11 but we had a lot of noise around midnight that woke me ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg
Perfect stay.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park
Great place to stay. Outdoor swimming pool was heated.
Reviewed on 12 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.
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.
Shenandoah National Park
Blue ridges fill your view as you gaze over the many acres of tree-covered wilderness in this peaceful Virginia park.
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.
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