Downtown Gatlinburg Travel Guide

Gatlinburg

A panoramic view of downtown Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Downtown Gatlinburg
Downtown Gatlinburg
Downtown Gatlinburg
Downtown Gatlinburg

Popular places to visit

Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

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
Tree Bridge

Anakeesta

Bring your family to Anakeesta and enjoy this exciting theme park in Gatlinburg.

Anakeesta
BH8WH6 AJD63859, Gatlinburg, TN, Tennessee, Gatlinburg Convention Center. Image shot 2009. Exact date unknown.

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 Convention Center
Gatlinburg SkyPark

Gatlinburg SkyPark

5/5(1 review)

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

Gatlinburg SkyPark
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

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

Top hotels in Downtown Gatlinburg

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

3 out of 5
402 River Rd Gatlinburg TN
The price is ₹10,532 per night from 19 May to 20 May
₹10,532
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,837 reviews)
Room was clean, staff very nice & good at their job, they had a nice breakfast every morning. Very nice place to stay, next to the stream and walking distance to downtown.

Reviewed on 9 May 2026

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg

4 out of 5
539 Parkway Gatlinburg TN
The price is ₹17,772 per night from 28 May to 29 May
₹17,772
per night
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this spa hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,012 reviews)
The resort was excellent, going back in the fall.

Reviewed on 7 May 2026

Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG

3.5 out of 5
229 East Parkway Gatlinburg TN
The price is ₹15,684 per night from 17 May to 18 May
₹15,684
per night
17 May - 18 May
Stay at this hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Great Smoky ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (264 reviews)
Needs a better chef and menu

Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg

Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg

2.5 out of 5
Gatlinburg TN
The price is ₹5,237 per night from 12 May to 13 May
₹5,237
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
6.4/10 (1,089 reviews)
Very peaceful stay!

Reviewed on 7 May 2026

Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg
The Greystone Lodge on the River

The Greystone Lodge on the River

2.5 out of 5
559 Parkway Gatlinburg TN
The price is ₹16,055 per night from 11 May to 12 May
₹16,055
per night
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Great Smoky Mountains ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (253 reviews)
We will definitely stay there again. We loved it!!

Reviewed on 3 May 2026

The Greystone Lodge on the River
Reagan Resorts Inn

Reagan Resorts Inn

2 out of 5
938 Parkway Gatlinburg TN
The price is ₹3,873 per night from 12 May to 13 May
₹3,873
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,708 reviews)
Clean, comfortable room.

Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Reagan Resorts Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Gatlinburg

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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.

Chalet Village North
Chalet Village

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

Downtown Gatlinburg Travel Guide