- 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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.