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.
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 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 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.
Top hotels in Downtown Cherokee
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
"Good location. Pool was closed. Room clean."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Quality Inn Cherokee Riverside
"Housekeeping came into my room, took the loose change (dollars) I left on the table, but didn't do anything else for me."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee
"Nice 2-3 star place but very very bad WiFi and no phone service when in the room!"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Newfound Lodge on the river
"I loved that it was close to everything. My husband and I loved sitting on the balcony watching the water. We'll definitely go back."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park
"Great location, within walking distance of the visitor center and the trout stream. Breakfast is minimal, you might want to go out for breakfast. The lady at the front desk is genuine Cherokee, she taught me a couple of native words."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg
"It was a nice place to stay. Better than I thought since it's right in the midle of everything. I would definitely stay there again."
Reviewed on 29 May 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 Waterrock Knob.
