Downtown Gatlinburg Travel 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 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.
Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery
You can take time to visit Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery during your travels to Gatlinburg. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Paula Deen's Lumberjack Feud Supper Show- All You Can Eat!
Soul of Motown at Grand Majestic Theater
East Tennessee Off Road ATV Guided Experience
Top hotels in Downtown Gatlinburg
Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
"The property was clean and the majority of the staff were friendly. The only issue I had was on the last night at 9 pm I was called to move my vehicle (Kia Sorento EX) the employee said smaller vehicles had to park on the second level and I had to move. That would not have been an issue except I ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
"The view from the balconies and pool overlooking the strip were great!"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
"We had a wonderful time! Very clean, great staff and delicious food!"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Reagan Resorts Inn
"Wonerful staff, great location, loved the king room. Already booked another trip!"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg
"I loved the personnel who worked at the property. Everyone gave us down home type of care."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
The Greystone Lodge on the River
"This is a very nice hotel and I liked how I drove into a garage and my floor was right there. No need for an elevator or anything. Just very congested at time with the Ripley's Aquarium next door. Lots and lots of traffic and people, but lots to do within walking distance. Nice hotel, loved the balcony ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Gatlinburg
Chalet Village
If you're spending some time in Chalet Village, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ober Mountain are top sights worth seeing.
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.