Downtown Gatlinburg Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.

Gatlinburg SkyPark
Ride this historic chairlift to a lookout point that offers spectacular panoramic views of the Smoky Mountains and Gatlinburg’s townscape.

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 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.
Activities

Gatlinburg Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride

Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride

Cash & The King: Tribute to Elvis and Johnny Cash

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

Impossibilities Magic Show in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Pigeon Forge: Soul of Motown Show at Grand Majestic Theater
Our pick of the best Downtown Gatlinburg Hotel Deals

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
great location, friendly staff.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025

Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
Great little weekend getaway to relax.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025

The Greystone Lodge on the River
Clean room attended daily with surplus towels. Great location for walking to attractions.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg
Beautiful place!
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025

River Terrace Resort & Convention Center
Love it
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025

River Edge Inn
Our 6 day stay was great!
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
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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 Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park.

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






