Downtown Waynesville Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Waynesville
Popular places to visit
Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
Learn about the events happening in Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center during your trip to Waynesville. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Cataloochee Valley
Spot elk and visit historic buildings while camping, driving and hiking in the tranquil countryside of the Great Smoky Mountains.
Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance
Explore the great outdoors at Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance, a lovely green space in Waynesville. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area or enjoy its golf courses.
LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography
You can spend time exploring the galleries in LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography during your trip to Waynesville. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or seek out the golf courses.
Lake Junaluska Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Waynesville at Lake Junaluska Golf Course. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Queen's Farm Stables
Meet the animals who live at Queen's Farm Stables during your travels in Waynesville. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area or seek out the golf courses.
Activities
Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle
Great Smoky & Cades Cove Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle
Great Smoky Mountains Self-Guided Scenic Drive and Audio Tour
Over the Top Tour in Oconaluftee
Great Smoky & Shenandoah National Park Driving Audio Tour
Our pick of the best Downtown Waynesville Hotel Deals
Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
"The front office lady was so super nice, great recommendation about places to eat! I did not use the pool but the area was very clean looking! The room was very clean. Yes may be a little dated but super clean and the beds and pillows were so comfy! Vending machine out front had good and very affordable ..."
Reviewed on 4 June 2026
Cherokee Grand Hotel
"Friendly helpful staff….fair price"
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
"Excellent service by front desk staff. Young lady who handled breakfast very friendly and on point. Cody of maintenance very friendly. Very relaxed environment."
Reviewed on 5 June 2026
Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
"Very Clean rooms and staff was really nice. I wish breakfast hours went a little longer on the weekends but other than that it’s fantastic hotel. Close to casino truly walking distance."
Reviewed on 5 June 2026
Jonathan Creek Inn and Villas
"Great location to ride from, directly across from the best place in The Valley to eat breakfast (Joey’s). Jonathan’s Creek was a great stay for us and 3 more couples. Great sitting area out back by the creek too, very peaceful setting. Check in staff and housekeeping personnel were on point as well. ..."
Reviewed on 4 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Waynesville
Fairway Hills
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Fairway Hills and surrounding area, you can visit Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Pigeon River.
Ivy Hills
While there might not be top attractions in Ivy Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Wheels Through Time Museum.
Apple Creek Acres
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Apple Creek Acres and surrounding area, you can visit Wheels Through Time Museum and Maggie Valley Festival Grounds.
Hemphill Heights
While there might not be top attractions in Hemphill Heights, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cataloochee Ski Area and Wheels Through Time Museum.
Mountain Springs
While there might not be top attractions in Mountain Springs, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cataloochee Ski Area and Maggie Valley Festival Grounds.
