Appalachian Mountains Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Appalachian Mountains
North Carolina which includes interior views
Atlanta showing a house and street scenes
Foggy Bottom featuring a city, a house and street scenes
Washington Monument showing a sunset and a monument

Where to stay in Appalachian Mountains

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Downtown Pittsburgh

Abundant dining options, interesting museums and live music are just a few top things to explore in Downtown Pittsburgh. A visit to PPG Paints Arena or Allegheny County Courthouse might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Wood Street Station or Steel Plaza Station to get around town.

Downtown Pittsburgh
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Big Creek

While visiting Big Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Whitman Hollow Marina and Norris Lake.

Big Creek
Gatlinburg featuring autumn leaves and landscape views

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
Asheville

Downtown Asheville

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Downtown Asheville is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Pack Square and Wicked Weed Brewing.

Downtown Asheville
Chattanooga showing a river or creek, a city and water sports

Downtown Chattanooga

4/5(4 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Chattanooga
Knoxville which includes markets

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.

Downtown Knoxville
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown

3.5 out of 5
600 Commonwealth Pl, Pittsburgh, PA
The price is NZ$226 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$226
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Pittsburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,934 reviews)
Great location, helpful desk
"Nice facility in a perfect location. Very busy. Clean. Some issues with the room, but the staff very well accomodated us with a room change. The bar/lounge is shabby, but rest of the building is nice."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Grand Smokies Resort Lodge

Grand Smokies Resort Lodge

2.5 out of 5
2385 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN
The price is NZ$167 per night from 24 July to 25 July
NZ$167
24 July - 25 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Pigeon Forge. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Titanic Museum and Island at Pigeon Forge are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (833 reviews)
"The king room we had was good sized and clean. We liked the balcony except for the a/c unit exhaust blew hot air onto the balcony. We didn't like the inconvenience of having to wait until 8 am to eat breakfast at the Buffet Restaurant next door. But the price was very affordable for the hotel. We ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Grand Smokies Resort Lodge
The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

4 out of 5
705 Cherokee Orchard Road, Gatlinburg, TN
The price is NZ$215 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
NZ$215
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,750 reviews)
"Wonderful stay"

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg
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Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg

Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg

3 out of 5
315 East Pkwy, Gatlinburg, TN
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and ...
6.2/10 (85 reviews)
"Very nice stay for the price. Newly renovated, simple and clean."

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg
Deer Ridge Mountain Resort

Deer Ridge Mountain Resort

2.5 out of 5
3710 Weber Rd, Gatlinburg, TN
Stay at this condo in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Bent Creek Golf Club and Little Pigeon River are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (35 reviews)
"The unit is A104 was exceptionally clean.. the view was absolutely beautiful. The communication was very quick and accurate between myself and the property management company. The area with the pool was well maintained and we enjoyed it very much. Only complaint or I guess suggestion I would have. ..."

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

Deer Ridge Mountain Resort
stayAPT Suites Madison-Greenbrier

stayAPT Suites Madison-Greenbrier

4 out of 5
26800 Success Dr SW, Madison, AL
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Madison. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Wheeler National ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (172 reviews)
"Large new rooms with laundry onsite"

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

stayAPT Suites Madison-Greenbrier
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Popular places to visit

Great Smoky Mountains National Park featuring forest scenes, a house and tranquil scenes

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

America’s most visited national park offers blue mountain ridges, forested hiking trails, a variety of wildlife and bits of Southern mountain history.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Dollywood showing rides and signage

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.

Dollywood
Hersheypark featuring a water park

Hersheypark

Ride roller coasters in this action-packed candy-themed park filled with thrilling water slides, child-friendly rides and opportunities to dine with actors dressed as Hershey products.

Hersheypark
Biltmore Estate which includes heritage elements, interior views and a statue or sculpture

Biltmore Estate

Wander through gardens and lush grounds, tour the grand mansion and learn about the history of this opulent estate in Asheville, North Carolina.

Biltmore Estate
Harrahs Cherokee Casino

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.

Harrahs Cherokee Casino
PNC Park which includes a city

PNC Park

Root for the Pittsburgh Pirates at this iconic stadium, which blends a timeless ballpark atmosphere with modern amenities.

PNC Park

Activities

Paintball in the Pocono Mountains Pennsylvania

Paintball in the Pocono Mountains Pennsylvania

NZ$108
per adult
Paintball in the Pocono Mountains Pennsylvania
Pocono Paintball Day Trip from NYC

Pocono Paintball Day Trip from NYC

NZ$250
per adult
Pocono Paintball Day Trip from NYC
10 Mile Stock Car Drive Experience at Pocono Raceway

10 Mile Stock Car Drive Experience at Pocono Raceway

NZ$661
per adult
10 Mile Stock Car Drive Experience at Pocono Raceway
20 Mile Stock Car Drive Experience at Pocono Raceway

20 Mile Stock Car Drive Experience at Pocono Raceway

NZ$998
per adult
20 Mile Stock Car Drive Experience at Pocono Raceway
Drive NASCAR style Stock Cars At Pocono Raceway!

60 Mile Stock Car Drive Experience at Pocono Raceway

NZ$2,832
per adult
60 Mile Stock Car Drive Experience at Pocono Raceway
80 Mile Stock Car Drive Experience at Pocono Raceway

80 Mile Stock Car Drive Experience at Pocono Raceway

NZ$3,832
per adult
80 Mile Stock Car Drive Experience at Pocono Raceway
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