Downtown Gatlinburg Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Gatlinburg
Popular places to visit
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.
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 SkyPark
Ride this historic chairlift to a lookout point that offers spectacular panoramic views of the Smoky Mountains and Gatlinburg’s townscape.
Gatlinburg Space Needle
Ride in a glass elevator to an observation tower for panoramic mountain views or enjoy comedy, magician and fireworks shows.
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.
Activities
Rocky Top Mountain Coaster Admission Ticket in Pigeon Forge
Gatlinburg Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride
Pigeon Forge: Steven Best's Unbelievable Magic Show
Cash & The King: Tribute to Elvis and Johnny Cash
Pigeon Forge: Elvis and Johnny Cash Tribute Show Ticket
Our pick of the best Downtown Gatlinburg Hotel Deals
Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
"The location was wonderful with lots of stuff in walking distance. The creek outside was very pretty. Property was clean and staff was very polite and helpful."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
"This is what Gatlinburg needs! New, fresh, clean, fun, and comfortable. 5 star setting with the mountains views! I was tired of the old ran down hotels in Gatlinburg. This is where I’m staying for future visits."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
"This was a wonderful place to stay and had everything you needed (including a day spa) so you don't have to leave. If you want to leave, you can walk to everything ~ Great location!"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Quality Inn Creekside - Downtown Gatlinburg
"The rooma were dirty, there were bugs, and the bedding was not washed"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
The Greystone Lodge on the River
"The location of the property makes it ideal for walking around Gatlinburg. The staff was helpful and friendly!"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Reagan Resorts Inn
"Over all the service and staff were super nice and friendly. The room needed to be updated and air conditioning was either freezing or hot there wasn’t an in between."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Gatlinburg
Chalet Village North
Though Chalet Village North may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park and Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook.
Chalet Village
If you're spending some time in Chalet Village, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ober Mountain are top sights worth seeing.
