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 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
Cash & The King: Tribute to Elvis and Johnny Cash
Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride
Soul of Motown at Grand Majestic Theater
Gatlinburg Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride
Impossibilities Magic Show in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
Pigeon Forge: Steven Best's Unbelievable Magic Show
Top hotels in Downtown Gatlinburg
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
Everything was amazing. Staff was welcoming, and the room was clean
Reviewed on 20 Dec, 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Gatlinburg
The room was very clean and the staff was friendly
Reviewed on 17 Dec, 2025
The Greystone Lodge on the River
The staff is wonderful. The rooms are clean and good sized. We always enjoy our stay here.
Reviewed on 18 Dec, 2025
Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
Great breakfast, staff and location
Reviewed on 20 Dec, 2025
River Terrace Resort & Convention Center
Bed comfortable great customer services right in the heart of everything will definitely visit again
Reviewed on 15 Dec, 2025
River Edge Inn
The room was clean and a newer bed. Great size. Had to turn down the heat. Never got cold. Close to Ober and great dining.
Reviewed on 22 Dec, 2025
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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.
