Downtown Cherokee
Cherokee
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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.
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 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 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.
Things to do
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Great Smoky & Cades Cove Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle
Great Smoky & Shenandoah National Park Driving Audio Tour
Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle
Great Smoky Mountains Self-Guided Scenic Drive and Audio Tour
Over the Top Tour in Oconaluftee
Top hotels in Downtown Cherokee
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
The staff is amazing! Always very friendly and helpful!! Not a fancy hotel but always clean. Also close to a lot of places in Cherokee.
Reviewed on 3 Mar, 2026
Newfound Lodge on the river
Very friendly staff beautiful scenery.
Reviewed on 16 Feb, 2026
The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg
Staff was friendly. Area was nice. They provide a shuttle that stops at several locations so it’s great that you don’t have to use your car.
Reviewed on 5 Mar, 2026
Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination
Won $1600 at the casino. Staff was lovely. Had a great time. Room was clean and bed was perfect. Just make sure if you are a non-smoker get a non-smoking room. Some rooms are for smokers and in these times that’s unusual.
Reviewed on 5 Mar, 2026
Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort
Top notch in every way!!!
Reviewed on 4 Mar, 2026
Deer Ridge Mountain Resort
Perfect , nice view
Reviewed on 27 Feb, 2026
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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.
