Free & Cheap Things to Do in Gatlinburg, TN

  • The list below includes 150 free or cheap things to do in or near Gatlinburg, Tennessee, including 79 different types of inexpensive activities like Specialty Museums, Rafting, Arcades and Family Fun Center.
  • From Great Smokey Mountains National Park to Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Gatlinburg and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Sevierville, Townsend, Bryson City and Cherokee.
  • The list below includes 150 free or cheap things to do in or near Gatlinburg, Tennessee, including 79 different types of inexpensive activities like Specialty Museums, Rafting, Arcades and Family Fun Center.
  • From Great Smokey Mountains National Park to Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Gatlinburg and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Sevierville, Townsend, Bryson City and Cherokee.
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47.4 Miles
62% 456 votes
Waterfalls Highlands, NC MoreLess Info
Bridal Falls is a 120-foot waterfall in Nantahala National Forest that is visible from Highway US 64. In the winter, the waterfall can freeze to form a solid column of ice.
47.4 Miles
98% 323 votes
Mountains Whiteside Mountain Rd, Highlands, NC 28717 MoreLess Info
Whiteside Mountain is a mountain that offers a National Recreation Trail along 700-foot cliffs. Depending on visibility, hikers can see Blue Ridge Escarpment, Chattooga River headwaters, Highlands and Cashiers, and northern South Carolina.
47.6 Miles
94% 33 votes
Playgrounds 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC 28717 MoreLess Info
The Village Green features outdoor entertainment throughout the year. On top of that, visitors can enjoy beautiful gardens, picnics, and walking through paths that lead through wetlands, a forest glade, and grassy lawns.
47.6 Miles
91% 43 votes
Farmers Markets Hwy 64 East, Cashiers, NC 28717 MoreLess Info
Specializing in fresh produce, most of it local, the Cashiers Farmers Market is a quaint and picturesque shopping destination. There is also a barbecue restaurant located on the side of the building for more immediate dining needs.
47.6 Miles
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Art Gallery 104 Hwy 107 S, Cashiers, NC 28717 MoreLess Info
Opened in 1991, John Collette Fine Art is a local art gallery that displays a number of works from both local and national artists. In addition to selling artwork, the gallery also offers hanging and framing services to its customers.
47.7 Miles
88% 113 votes
Children's Museums 461 W Outer Dr, Oak Ridge, TN 37830 MoreLess Info
A wide range of exhibits are on display at the Children's Museum of Oak Ridge, including arrangements for the rainforest, model trains, 1800s Appalachia, world cultures, and birds. Hands-on activities and interactive options are the focus throughout most of the museum.
48.6 Miles
97% 79 votes
Arts Centers 323 Franklin Road, Highlands, NC MoreLess Info
Located in Highlands, North Carolina, the Bascom is a six-acre campus and visual arts facility. Opportunities are available for artists through educational and residency opportunities and featured events. An 87-foot covered bridge greets visitors at the entrance.
48.7 Miles
92% 153 votes
Waterfalls Hwy 106,, Highlands, NC MoreLess Info
The tall, majestic Glen Falls are among North Carolina's most beautiful waterfalls. The fall, wide falls are a favorite subject for nature photographers and are free to visit. Visitors must wear high-traction shoes and refrain from attempting to cross the falls on foot.
48.8 Miles
100% 4 votes
Art Gallery 137 Main Street, Highlands, NC 28741 MoreLess Info
John Collette Fine Arts is a gallery featuring Mr. Collette's own works, as well of those of local and national artists. In addition to the paintings and sculpture on display, they also offer custom home art lighting and framing services.
48.9 Miles
93% 28 votes
Specialty Museums 210 South Main Street, Greeneville, TN 37743 MoreLess Info
City Garage Car Museum is popular among auto enthusiasts. A diverse collection of cars is on display, including a 1914 Ford Brass T Model. Open Wednesday through Saturday, and ages 10 and under are free.
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