East Tennessee Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in East Tennessee
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.
Wears Valley
Unique features of Wears Valley include the mountain views and parks. Make a stop by Great Smoky Mountains National Park or Walker Sisters Place while you're exploring the area.
Downtown Chattanooga
Travellers to Downtown Chattanooga praise its must-see aquarium. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Tivoli Theatre and Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District.
Downtown Knoxville
Downtown Knoxville is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Bijou Theater or Tennessee Theatre.
Chalet Village
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.
Downtown Pigeon Forge
While visiting Downtown Pigeon Forge, you might make a stop by sights like Pigeon Forge Factory Outlet Mall and The Comedy Barn Theater.
Country Cascades Waterpark Resort
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
The Read House Hotel
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Deer Ridge Mountain Resort
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park
Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025
Popular places to visit
Dollywood
This amusement park owned by country singer Dolly Parton lures fans with its roller coasters and children’s rides, museums and live music and theater shows.
University of Tennessee
Explore the campus of University of Tennessee, a top university in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Titanic Museum
Study the exhibits at Titanic Museum, a favourite museum in Pigeon Forge. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Island at Pigeon Forge
You can do some window-shopping at Island at Pigeon Forge during your visit to Pigeon Forge. Amble around this romantic area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Bristol Motor Speedway
Catch an event at Bristol Motor Speedway during your trip to Bristol. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
- Dollywood
- Great Smoky Mountains National Park
- Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
- Island at Pigeon Forge
- Ruby Falls
- Cades Cove
- Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction
- LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge
- Chattanooga Convention Center
- Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park
- SkyPark
- Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park
- Douglas Lake
- Turkey Creek Shopping Center
- Knoxville Convention Center
- Gatlinburg Space Needle
- Hatfield and McCoy Dinner Show
