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.
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.
Cataloochee Valley
Spot elk and visit historic buildings while camping, driving and hiking in the tranquil countryside of the Great Smoky Mountains.
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
3 - 3.5 HR Smoky Mtn. Cherokee Eco Elk Safari Jeep Adventure
Blue Ridge Mtns Hiking Tour with the areas top rated trail expert
Great Smoky Mountains Self-Guided Scenic Drive and Audio Tour
Great Smoky & Cades Cove Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle
Great Smoky & Shenandoah National Park Driving Audio Tour
Our pick of the best Downtown Waynesville Hotel Deals
Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination
I know that for security reasons in the casino they ask a lot about your age and your ID, but at the entrance they already have officers asking for ID to let you in,otherwise you can’t enter. I don’t understand why they need to ask me a thousand times inside the casino. I know I look young, but if ...
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
The first Inn I visit and was excellent!
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Riverfront Cabin, Mountain Views, Fishing, and Hiking!
The WiFi kept going in and out and some stink bugs. But overall great place!
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
Very pristine. There was always staff cleaning common areas. View on River is outstanding. Staff helpful. Third time I have stayed and will stay next visit.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Cherokee Grand Hotel
4/19/26. The stay was great and very comfortable. Will come back!
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
Not a good breakfast needs more protein
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Waynesville
Frog Level
Frog Level might not have many top sights, but Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Queen's Farm Stables are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Hazelwood
When in Hazelwood, you can plan a visit to Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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 Queen's Farm Stables.
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.
Ridgewood Estates
When in Ridgewood Estates, you can plan a visit to Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Balsam Spa, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Ivy Hills
While there might not be top attractions in Ivy Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Queen's Farm Stables and Lake Junaluska Golf Course.
