Downtown Waynesville, NC
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Popular places to visit

Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
Learn about the events happening at 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.
Things to do

Great Smoky & Cades Cove Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle

Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle

3 - 3.5 HR Smoky Mtn. Cherokee Eco Elk Safari Jeep Adventure

Great Smoky Mountains Self-Guided Scenic Drive and Audio Tour

Blue Ridge Mtns Hiking Tour with the areas top rated trail expert

Half-Day Hike with Long Range Views from Asheville
Downtown Waynesville Hotel Deals

Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination
Had to be put in smoking room, but all good.
Reviewed on May 8, 2026

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
Clean room and safe area.
Reviewed on May 8, 2026

Riverfront Cabin, Mountain Views, Fishing, and Hiking!
No tv or internet most of the time.
Reviewed on Apr 23, 2026

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
Everything was good except for the people at the hotel having a car convention. They were very loud until at least 10:45pm. The hotel staff got them to quiet down the 2nd night after 8pm and it was better.
Reviewed on May 7, 2026

Cherokee Grand Hotel
Nice place to stay close to the casino. We will stay again.
Reviewed on May 4, 2026

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
Room was very clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Downtown Waynesville

Frog Level
Though Frog Level might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Queen's Farm Stables.

Hazelwood
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hazelwood and surrounding area, you can visit Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance.

Fairway Hills
Fairway Hills might not have many top sights, but Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Waynesville Recreation Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Apple Creek Acres
When in Apple Creek Acres, you can plan a visit to Queen's Farm Stables and Lake Junaluska Golf Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ridgewood Estates
While Ridgewood Estates isn't home to many top sights, Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Waynesville Recreation Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

Ivy Hills
When in Ivy Hills, you can plan a visit to Queen's Farm Stables and Lake Junaluska Golf Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
