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.
Things to do
Cash & The King: Tribute to Elvis and Johnny Cash
Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride
Paula Deen's Lumberjack Feud Supper Show- All You Can Eat!
Soul of Motown at Grand Majestic Theater
Gatlinburg Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride
Impossibilities Magic Show in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
Top hotels in Downtown Gatlinburg
Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
Beautiful views, great staff!
Reviewed on 2 Nov, 2025
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
Everything was perfect
Reviewed on 3 Nov, 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg
This is my third time staying at this hotel. The staff is always amazingly sweet. They always do their best to get me an early check-in and always welcome our late checkout.
Reviewed on 31 Oct, 2025
The Greystone Lodge on the River
Room was spotless and the view from the river was the best
Reviewed on 5 Nov, 2025
River Terrace Resort & Convention Center
Parking was great staff were amazing
Reviewed on 1 Nov, 2025
River Edge Inn
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Reviewed on 4 Nov, 2025
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 Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park.
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.
