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Pigeon Forge: French Broad River Helicopter Tour

Pigeon Forge: French Broad River Helicopter Tour

Activity duration is 4 minutes
9.4 out of 10 with 19 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥6,199 per adult
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Paula Deen's Lumberjack Feud Supper Show- All You Can Eat!

Paula Deen's Lumberjack Feud Supper Show- All You Can Eat!

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
8.2 out of 10 with 21 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥9,310 per adult
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Smoky Mountain Tour: Self-Guided Drive

Smoky Mountain Tour: Self-Guided Drive

Activity duration is 365 days
7.6 out of 10 with 18 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥2,569 per traveler
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Rocky Top Mountain Coaster Admission Ticket in Pigeon Forge

Rocky Top Mountain Coaster Admission Ticket in Pigeon Forge

Activity duration is 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 36 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥2,721 per adult
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Pigeon Forge: French Broad River Helicopter Tour

Pigeon Forge: French Broad River Helicopter Tour

Activity duration is 4 minutes
9.4 out of 10 with 19 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥6,199 per adult
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What to do in Gatlinburg

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Ripley\'s Aquarium of the Smokies which includes interior views and marine life as well as a large group of people

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.

Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters

Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters

Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters is just one of the places to see in Gatlinburg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters
Small but pretty waterfall

Anakeesta

Bring the kiddos to Anakeesta and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Gatlinburg.

Anakeesta
Gatlinburg Convention Center

Gatlinburg Convention Center

Learn about the events happening at Gatlinburg Convention Center during your trip to Gatlinburg. Discover the mountain views and beautiful waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

Gatlinburg Convention Center
Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park featuring a garden

Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park

Take the family on an outing to Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park during your trip to Gatlinburg. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and mountain views in this romantic area.

Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park
Gatlinburg Sky Lift featuring forests and a gondola

SkyPark

Ride this historic chairlift to a lookout point that offers spectacular panoramic views of the Smoky Mountains and Gatlinburg’s townscape.

SkyPark
Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park

Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park

Bring the family to Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Gatlinburg. Wander the riverfront or discover the beautiful waterfalls in this romantic area.

Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park
Gatlinburg Space Needle

Gatlinburg Space Needle

Ride in a glass elevator to an observation tower for panoramic mountain views or enjoy comedy, magician and fireworks shows.

Gatlinburg Space Needle
Ripley\'s Believe It Or Not Museum showing interior views

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.

Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Gatlinburg

Gatlinburg showing landscape views and autumn leaves

Downtown Gatlinburg

While visiting Downtown Gatlinburg, you might make a stop by sights like Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.

Downtown Gatlinburg
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Chalet Village

4.5/5(46 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Chalet Village, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park are top sights worth seeing.

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Chalet Village North

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

While Chalet Village North isn't home to many top sights, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Chalet Village North

Popular day trips from Gatlinburg

Gatlinburg - Pigeon Forge

Sevierville

Great Smoky Mountain Wheel

Pigeon Forge

Townsend which includes a house, tranquil scenes and forests

Townsend

Robbinsville

Robbinsville

Dillsboro

Cherokee

Frequently asked questions

Is Gatlinburg worth visiting?
Renowned for its family-friendly attractions and golfing, discovering awesome things to do in Gatlinburg is easy. Remember to add Anakeesta to your itinerary when here.
How do I spend a day in Gatlinburg?
Once you've visited top attractions like Anakeesta and Laurel Falls, spend some time discovering Gatlinburg's shopping and dining scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Gatlinburg?
The top tourist attraction in Gatlinburg is Anakeesta, so be sure to include it on your sightseeing itinerary.
Is three days enough to stay in Gatlinburg?
You can easily enjoy leading attractions like Anakeesta, Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail and Laurel Falls with a three-day break in Gatlinburg. On average, most travelers book three days here. There's plenty to explore nearby too, so stay a bit longer and head to Pigeon Forge.
Is Gatlinburg a walkable city?
With exciting neighborhoods and leading sights within walking distance of the city center, Gatlinburg is a great place to discover on foot. Have fun wandering between Anakeesta and Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail. Then take a stroll through Chalet Village, located 3 kilometers from downtown, and Chalet Village North, which is about 2 kilometers away.
What are some activities to do in Gatlinburg with kids?
If you are after attractions and activities for all ages, have a look at these excellent ideas for what to do in Gatlinburg with kids.

What to do in Gatlinburg for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food connoisseur or fan of nature, there are lots of things to do in Gatlinburg for adults including Sugarlands Distilling Company and Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters.
Are there free things to do in Gatlinburg?
One of the top ways to discover free things to do in Gatlinburg is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider views on cool neighborhoods, parks and other hotspots you can visit without getting your cash out. Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail is one spot that doesn't have an entrance fee.