Downtown Cherokee Travel Guide
Cherokee
Visit Downtown Cherokee
Popular places to visit

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.

Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine
You can find out about the history of Cherokee when you stop by Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

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 family-friendly area.

Cherokee Welcome Center
Enjoy the student vibe at Cherokee Welcome Center as part of your travels around Cherokee. Discover the mountain views and casinos in this family-friendly area.

Cherokee Mountainside Theatre
You can enjoy a show at Cherokee Mountainside Theatre during your stay in Cherokee. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Harrahs Cherokee Casino
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.
Things to do

Great Smoky Mountains National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

Great Smoky & Shenandoah National Park Driving Audio Tour

Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle

Gatlinburg Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride

Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride
Top hotels in Downtown Cherokee

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
Staff is wonderful!! Rooms are clean.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Newfound Lodge on the river
Everything was okay
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg
We did not make it to the place got snowed out on the mountain but the hotel quickly said they would give me a refund even though I booked it saying no refund they where understanding and checked on us after we didn’t show up when we thought we would be there thank you top service
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination
Very nice hotel to
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown
Todo muy bien,personal muy amable,la limpieza del hotel increíble.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Deer Ridge Mountain Resort
Had a really great stay. I highly recommend it and would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Cherokee

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 Tube World.

