Downtown Gatlinburg
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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 beautiful waterfalls and mountain views in this romantic 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
Anakeesta - Enjoy the Magic in the Mountains
Rocky Top Mountain Coaster Admission Ticket in Pigeon Forge
Pigeon Forge: Steven Best's Unbelievable Magic Show
Cash & The King: Tribute to Elvis and Johnny Cash
Soul of Motown at Grand Majestic Theater
Gatlinburg Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride
Top hotels in Downtown Gatlinburg
Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
The pool was closed for maintenance, but we still had a great stay!
Reviewed on 10 Mar, 2026
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
Property was nice and clean
Reviewed on 10 Mar, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg
Great staff and good location
Reviewed on 10 Mar, 2026
The Wander Hotel, a Ramada by Wyndham
Was within walking distance to all shopping. Great location. Clean hotel. My keys wouldn’t work at first but took them to the office and it was fixed immediately! Decent place.
Reviewed on 10 Mar, 2026
Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown by IHG
We got there late and went to the roof top bar and they were abut to close at 10pm but they stayed open for us till about 10:45. The amazing bartender (I forget her name) even turned on the dance door for me to see it because I had asked if the dance floor lit up! Great time! Great experience! It ...
Reviewed on 8 Mar, 2026
The Greystone Lodge on the River
Great location with balcony looking at the creek and the strip. Staff was very helpful in booking an extra night at a good rate.
Reviewed on 8 Mar, 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 Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook 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 Mountain are top sights worth seeing.
