Downtown Cherokee Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Downtown Cherokee
Downtown Cherokee

Popular places to visit

Museum of the Cherokee Indian

Museum of the Cherokee Indian

This remarkable site pieces together thousands of years of Cherokee Indian history through multimedia exhibits, ancient artifacts and life-size figures.

Museum of the Cherokee Indian
Oconaluftee Islands Park

Oconaluftee Islands Park

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Oconaluftee Islands Park, a lovely green space in Cherokee. Amble within the natural setting or visit the casinos in this quaint area.

Oconaluftee Islands Park
Harrahs Cherokee Casino

Harrahs Cherokee Casino

5/5(1 review)

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.

Harrahs Cherokee Casino
Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama

Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama

You can enjoy a show at Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama on your trip to Cherokee. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama
Soco Falls

Soco Falls

Explore the great outdoors at Soco Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Cherokee. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Soco Falls
Oconaluftee Indian Village

Oconaluftee Indian Village

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Oconaluftee Indian Village during your trip to Cherokee. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in this family-friendly area.

Oconaluftee Indian Village

Activities

Smoky Mountains National Park

Great Smoky Mountains National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

AU$24
per traveller
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Museum of the Cherokee Admission

Museum of the Cherokee People Admission Ticket

AU$23
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Museum of the Cherokee People Admission Ticket
Blue Ridge Parkway Bundle

Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle

AU$36
per traveller
Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle
Great Smoky & Cades Cove Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle

Great Smoky & Cades Cove Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle

AU$38
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Great Smoky & Cades Cove Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle
Great Smoky Mountains NP Driving Tour smartphone autoplay APP/GPS

Great Smoky Mountains NP Driving Tour smartphone autoplay APP/GPS

AU$15
per traveller
Great Smoky Mountains NP Driving Tour smartphone autoplay APP/GPS
Over the Top Tour in Oconaluftee

Over the Top Tour in Oconaluftee

AU$227
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Over the Top Tour in Oconaluftee
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Our pick of the best Downtown Cherokee Hotel Deals

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

2.5 out of 5
1636 Acquoni Rd, Cherokee, NC
The price is AU$222 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
AU$222
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cherokee. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,845 reviews)
"Clean"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
Newfound Lodge on the river

Newfound Lodge on the river

2 out of 5
1192 Tsali Blvd, Cherokee, NC
The price is AU$110 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$110
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cherokee. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Harrahs Cherokee Casino and Smokey Mountain Gold & ...
7.4/10 Good! (94 reviews)
"Clean room, beautiful view of river, friendly staff,great location ,quite atmosphere. Close areas for shopping. Close proximity to national park. We had a wonderful stay and will definitely stay at newfound lodge again."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Newfound Lodge on the river
Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee

2 out of 5
1223 Tsali Blvd, Cherokee, NC
The price is AU$122 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$122
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cherokee. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,051 reviews)
"Very convenient spot to stay in Cherokee. I took my own coffee pot from home. Brought my own snacks. They will give you extra trash bags and towels if you ask for them. Water took a little time heating up but it got there eventually. Very quite. Elevator was broken."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee
Bay Mountain Inn

Bay Mountain Inn

2.5 out of 5
1455 Acquoni Road, Cherokee, NC
The price is AU$106 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$106
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cherokee. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"The rooms were very new and clean even though the entrance right into the vanity area was small. Comfortable bed and decent breakfast. It was a great value for the $$!"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Bay Mountain Inn
Rolling Hills Lodge

Rolling Hills Lodge

2.5 out of 5
739 Tsali Blvd, Cherokee, NC
The price is AU$151 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$151
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cherokee. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Could use some updating."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Rolling Hills Lodge
Econo Lodge Cherokee Near River Park

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near River Park

2 out of 5
20 River Rd., Highway US 19, Cherokee, NC
The price is AU$140 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$140
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Cherokee. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Harrahs ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (831 reviews)
"Very safe Very convenient"

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near River Park
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Cherokee

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Cranberry Falls

While there might not be top attractions in Cranberry Falls, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Soco Falls and Waterrock Knob.

Cranberry Falls

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