Things to do in Gatlinburg

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Pigeon Forge: French Broad River Helicopter Tour

Pigeon Forge: French Broad River Helicopter Tour

Activity duration is 4 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 21 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$53 per adult
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Pigeon Forge: Country Tonite Show Admission Ticket

Pigeon Forge: Country Tonite Show Admission Ticket

Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 17 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$58 per adult
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Attractions

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Rocky Top Mountain Coaster Admission Ticket in Pigeon Forge

Rocky Top Mountain Coaster Admission Ticket in Pigeon Forge

Activity duration is 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 39 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$23 per adult
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Pigeon Forge: French Broad River Helicopter Tour

Pigeon Forge: French Broad River Helicopter Tour

Activity duration is 4 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 21 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$53 per adult
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Gatlinburg Ghost Tours: Gilded Age Graves and Ghouls

Gatlinburg Ghost Tours: Gilded Age Graves and Ghouls

Activity duration is 1 hour
8.4 out of 10 with 5 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$35 per adult
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What to do in Gatlinburg

Popular places to visit

Ripley\'s Aquarium of the Smokies which includes marine life and interior views as well as a large group of people

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.

Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
Ober Mountain

Ober Mountain

Bring the children to Ober Mountain and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Gatlinburg. Wander the riverfront or discover the beautiful waterfalls in this romantic area.

Ober Mountain
Anakeesta

Anakeesta

Bring your family to Anakeesta and enjoy this exciting theme park in Gatlinburg.

Anakeesta
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters

Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters

Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters is just one of the places to see in Gatlinburg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or discover the beautiful waterfalls in this romantic area.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters
Gatlinburg Convention Center

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 Convention Center
Gatlinburg Sky Lift featuring forests and a gondola

Gatlinburg SkyPark

Ride this historic chairlift to a lookout point that offers spectacular panoramic views of the Smoky Mountains and Gatlinburg’s townscape.

Gatlinburg SkyPark
Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park

Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park

Take the family on an outing to Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park during your trip to Gatlinburg. Discover the mountain views and beautiful waterfalls in this romantic area.

Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park
Gatlinburg Space Needle

Gatlinburg Space Needle

Ride in a glass elevator to an observation tower for panoramic mountain views or enjoy comedy, magician and fireworks shows.

Gatlinburg Space Needle
Ripley\'s Believe It Or Not Museum showing interior views

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.

Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum

Areas of Gatlinburg

Gatlinburg showing autumn colours and landscape views

Downtown Gatlinburg

While visiting Downtown Gatlinburg, you might make a stop by sights like Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Gatlinburg SkyPark.

Downtown Gatlinburg
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Chalet Village

If you're spending some time in Chalet Village, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ober Mountain are top sights worth seeing.

Chalet Village
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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 North

 

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Frequently asked questions

Is Gatlinburg worth visiting?
Renowned for its family-friendly attractions and golfing, discovering awesome things to do in Gatlinburg is easy. Remember to add Anakeesta to your itinerary when here.
How do I spend a day in Gatlinburg?
Once you've visited top attractions like Anakeesta and Laurel Falls, spend some time discovering Gatlinburg's shopping and dining scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Gatlinburg?
The top tourist attraction in Gatlinburg is Anakeesta, so be sure to include it on your sightseeing itinerary.
Is three days enough to stay in Gatlinburg?
You can easily enjoy leading attractions like Anakeesta, Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail and Laurel Falls with a three-day break in Gatlinburg. On average, most travellers book three days here. There's plenty to explore nearby too, so stay a bit longer and head to Pigeon Forge.
Is Gatlinburg a walkable city?
With exciting neighbourhoods and leading sights within walking distance of the city centre, Gatlinburg is a great place to discover on foot. Have fun wandering between Anakeesta and Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail. Then take a stroll through Chalet Village, located 3 kilometres from downtown, and Chalet Village North, which is about 2 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Gatlinburg with kids?
If you are after attractions and activities for all ages, have a look at these excellent ideas for what to do in Gatlinburg with kids.

What to do in Gatlinburg for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food connoisseur or fan of nature, there are lots of things to do in Gatlinburg for adults including Sugarlands Distilling Company and Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters.
Are there free things to do in Gatlinburg?
One of the top ways to discover free things to do in Gatlinburg is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider views on cool neighbourhoods, parks and other hotspots you can visit without getting your cash out. Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail is one spot that doesn't have an entrance fee.

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