Local Attractions

Great Smoky Mountains National Park straddles the border between North Carolina and Tennessee. The sprawling landscape encompasses lush forests and an abundance of wildflowers that bloom year-round. Streams, rivers and waterfalls appear along hiking routes that include a segment of the Appalachian Trail.  

Explore nature, enjoy family-friendly fun & experience magic in the mountains at Anakeesta. Experience this one-of-a-kind, outdoor adventure destination in Gatlinburg. Plan a visit. Mountain-top dining. Tree canopy walk. 

 Dollywood family amusement park is the top destination for family vacations in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. 

Sugarlands Distillery is a popular attraction where guests are invited to taste samples of award-winning spirits, take behind the-scenes tours of the production, and purchase spirits and mountain merchandise. Its authentic spirits, barn-house location, and first-class entertainment offer visitors the complete Tennessee distilling experience. 

Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies is an amazing family attraction – State of the art facilities with over 10000 exotic sea creatures in 10 themed galleries. Since 1997 Ripley’s Aquariums have thrilled millions of visitors in North America. 

Gatlinburg SkyLift transports guests from the heart of downtown Gatlinburg up 1,800 feet above sea-level to the top of Crockett Mountain where the record-breaking Gatlinburg SkyBridge located.  

Ole Smoky has been making moonshine in the Smoky Mountains ever since our great, great mawmaws and pawpaws stepped foot in them over a hundred years ago—but it wasn’t until Tennessee state law changed that we were able to legally open up our first federally licensed distillery in Gatlinburg.  

An observation tower tops Clingmans Dome, the highest point in the Smoky Mountains is one of the best places to watch the sunset! At 6,643 feet, the colors from the sunset linger for a long time. 

Feudin’ Feastin’ Family Fun – that’s the theme of the best show in town – The Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Show! Become part of the longest-running feud in history

The Island in Pigeon Forge is filled with attractions, shops, restaurants, music, and a 200-foot-tall observation wheel! The Island in Pigeon Forge is also a great performance area for bands and choral group. 

Tour this Automobile archive featuring over 45 famous film & TV cars including the General Lee & 1966 Batmobile. 

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