Things to Do in Gatlinburg, TN

  • Our list of the best things to do in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, features the top 213 nearby activities — including 102 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Gatlinburg, TN has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Water Activities, Amusement, and Outdoor Places.
  • The results below include the top 38 things to do within the city of Gatlinburg, TN , followed by 174 popular activities in nearby cities, including Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, Townsend, Cherokee, Bryson City, Hartford, Dandridge, Cosby, Maryville, Kodak, Walland, Oneida and Maggie Valley
  • Our list of the best things to do in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, features the top 213 nearby activities — including 102 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Gatlinburg, TN has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Water Activities, Amusement, and Outdoor Places.
  • The results below include the top 38 things to do within the city of Gatlinburg, TN , followed by 174 popular activities in nearby cities, including Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, Townsend, Cherokee, Bryson City, Hartford, Dandridge, Cosby, Maryville, Kodak, Walland, Oneida and Maggie Valley
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13.4 Miles
96% 80 votes
Waterfalls Great Smoky Mountains, Townsend, TN MoreLess Info
Located in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Spruce Flats Falls draws in spectators for its natural, multilevel waterfall. The falls are accessible by a short trail that leads visitors up a hill and by vistas.
13.7 Miles
89% 53 votes
Bridges Old State Highway 73 & Depot Avenue, Townsend, TN MoreLess Info
Visitors will enjoy a walk across the Dark Island Swinging Bridge. Venture across to take in the scenic view from the top, or check out the tubers floating the river below.
14.7 Miles
68% 101 votes
Flea Markets 1907 Winfield Dunn Pkwy, Sevierville, TN 37876 MoreLess Info
A family attraction in the Smoky Mountains, Flea Traders Paradise Mall and Flea Market offers an array of vendors and products. In between shopping, there is an onsite café where breakfast, lunch and snacks can be enjoyed.
14.9 Miles
At Scenic Helicopter Tours, guests can take a scenic helicopter trip over the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. During the trip, the guide narrates the history sites like Clingmans Dome and Cades Cove.
15.1 Miles
98% 89 votes
115

Our Place

Bookstores Highway 321 at Cricket Hollow Road, Cosby, TN 37722 MoreLess Info
The small independent bookstore known as Our Place is very popular in the area. It specializes in new, used, and rare books in addition to organic coffees and Smoky Mountain souvenirs.
15.2 Miles
- 0 votes
Tubing 7219 E Lamar Alexander Parkway, Townsend, TN 37882 MoreLess Info
River Rage Tubing offers all-day innertube rentals for visitors to float the steady natural current of the Little River. The rental rate includes a shuttle to the put-in point, as well as barbecue dinner and soft drink at day's end.
15.3 Miles
62% 193 votes
Horseback Riding 1650 Providence Road, Sevierville, TN MoreLess Info
Beginners and experienced riders can be accommodated at Douglas Lakeview Stables which welcomes families and couples. Trail rides through the area provide breathtaking mountain views, the serene waters of Douglas Lake, and lush greenery.
15.4 Miles
97% 1206 votes
Caverns & Caves 825 Cavern Rd., Townsend, TN 37882 MoreLess Info
Tuckaleechee Caverns opened in 1953 as a destination for people to explore the beauty that lies beneath the Smoky Mountains. The one mile guided tour includes stunning rock formations, underground waterfalls, and crystal clear streams.
15.8 Miles
93% 1838 votes
Specialty Shops 2320 Winfield Dunn Parkway, Sevierville, TN 37876 MoreLess Info
Founded in the early 1970's, Smoky Mountain Knife Works, is far more than a large, retail knife outlet. Visitors can watch knives being made, explore the knife museum, see demonstrations and much more, this is an outdoor enthusiasts dream.
15.8 Miles
91% 188 votes
Horseback Riding 505 Old Cades Cove Road, Townsend, TN 37882 MoreLess Info
Enjoy the spectacular Smoky Mountains on horseback by visiting Davy Crockett Riding Stables. This family owned stable was founded in 1962 and features 15 miles of mountain trails with breath-taking views.
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