Downtown Gatlinburg Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Gatlinburg
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 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.
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
Cash & The King: Tribute to Elvis and Johnny Cash
Pigeon Forge: Steven Best's Unbelievable Magic Show
Soul of Motown at Grand Majestic Theater
Pigeon Forge: Laser Tag and Gel Blasters Arena
Our pick of the best Downtown Gatlinburg Hotel Deals
Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
"Room was mostly clean--we did notice that the carpet didn't appear to be vacuumed well in the room. Carpeting in the hallways was definitely worn and it smelled musty on the 8th floor. Bathroom appeared to be clean for us. We didn't ask for housekeeping during our short stay. Breakfast was just ok. ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
"great placeto stay. Excellent new rooms. Great topl floor bar."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
"We had a wonderful stay at Margaritaville Resort in Gatlinburg. The rooms were so clean and smelled fresh. The staff were friendly and courteous. We enjoyed the hot tub while there. I liked how it was tucked away."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg
"Stayed for 2 days had to get 3 keys they stopped working after one use and to walk a blick everytime to get a new key was so ridiculous as we were in the hill top that road was to steep the room was clean and the shower was nice but the key problem just kinda ruined it all at my age I should never ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
The Greystone Lodge on the River
"The location of the property makes it ideal for walking around Gatlinburg. The staff was helpful and friendly!"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Reagan Resorts Inn
"Perfect for 2 nights in heart of Gatlinburg"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
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 Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook.
Chalet Village
If you're spending some time in Chalet Village, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ober Mountain are top sights worth seeing.
