Things to do in Great Smoky Mountains
Popular picks: Hike to Clingmans Dome for panoramic views. · Explore the Cades Cove Loop Road. · Visit the Oconaluftee Visitor Center. · Enjoy the scenic drive along Newfound Gap Road. · Camp at one of the park's campgrounds. · Take a guided ranger tour to learn about the park's ecology. · Visit the historic buildings in Cades Cove. · Go wildlife watching for bears and deer. · Explore the Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail. · Take part in a photography workshop in the park.
The Old Mill Pottery House Cafe & Grille$$4.7Classic Southern comfort food served on handcrafted local pottery in Pigeon Forge
Abrams FallsFree4.6A powerful waterfall hike nestled within Cades Cove's scenic landscape
Baskins Creek FallsFree4.6Discover a scenic, hidden waterfall along a rugged mountain hike
Cataract FallsFree4.6A serene, easily accessible waterfall hidden near Sugarlands Visitor Center.
Dolly Parton's Stampede$$4.6Enjoy equestrian stunts, music, and a hearty Southern feast in Pigeon Forge.
Dollywood$$4.6Experience thrilling coasters and Southern hospitality in the Great Smoky Mountains.
ElkmontFree4.6Explore historic resort cabins and scenic mountain trails in Elkmont.
Emerald Village$$4.6Uncover sparkling gemstones and rich mining history near Blue Ridge Parkway
Gatlinburg Arts and Crafts Community$4.6Discover authentic Appalachian handcrafts along a scenic eight mile mountain loop
Gatlinburg SkyLift Park$$4.6Take a scenic chairlift ride to panoramic Great Smoky Mountain views
Laurel Falls TrailFree4.6Explore a popular paved trail leading to a scenic 80-foot waterfall
Mysterious Mansion$$4.6Step inside Gatlinburg's classic Victorian haunted mansion for terrifying spooky surprises.
Old Mill$$4.6Historic 1830 gristmill dining and shopping hub in Pigeon Forge Tennessee
Pigeon Forge Community CenterFree4.6A spacious community facility offering recreation, fitness, swimming, and bowling.
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies$$4.6Explore thousands of fascinating marine species in downtown Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Smoky Mountain Knife Works$4.6Explore the world's largest knife showroom packed with cutlery, gear, and displays
The Titanic Museum Attraction$$4.6Step aboard an immersive ship shaped museum filled with historic Titanic artifacts
Sevierville Convention Center$$4.5Premier multi-purpose event venue situated near the Great Smoky Mountains
The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad$$4.5Scenic vintage train excursions through Western North Carolina's stunning mountain countryside
The Lumberjack Feud Show$$4.5Experience thrilling lumberjack competitions and family entertainment in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
The Track$$4.5Action-packed family fun with elevated go-kart tracks and arcade entertainment
Gatlinburg Space Needle$$4.4Enjoy panoramic views of Gatlinburg and the Great Smoky Mountains.
Pigeon Forge SnowFree4.4Enjoy indoor snow tubing and winter play all year round
The Sevierville Golf Club$$4.4Play scenic mountain golf at this premier Great Smoky Mountains facility
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