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Smoky Mountain Getaway
We have miles of hiking trails in the mountains and tons of dining, attractions, shopping, and arts and crafts in town. Make Gatlinburg your basecamp for adventure. When you visit our beautiful mountain town, we ask that you visit responsibly, practice social distancing and enjoy the Smoky Mountains safely.
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Things To Do
Gatlinburg is home to the story worth telling. From the fish you once caught that was “this big” to the tall tales of endless pancakes, every trip here is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Go on a hike with your date. Take a seat on a skylift with the kids....
Great Smoky Mountains
Cascading waterfalls, roaming wildlife and a view that stretches out over 500,000 acres – this is the country’s most-visited national park. Vacationers often start in Gatlinburg and make their way to one of the park’s famous paths where they can find...
Shopping
There’s Shopping—and Then, There’s Shopping Bring your best walking shoes. In between all the hiking, dining, and sightseeing, you’ll want to squeeze in an afternoon or two for that most-treasured American pastime: shopping. Browse galleries with...
First Independence Day Parade in the Nation
Gatlinburg’s award-winning Fourth of July Midnight Parade will step off at 12:01 a.m. on Monday, July 4. The parade steps off at the intersection of...
Learn MoreGatlinburg's Fireworks Finale
Join the celebration in downtown Gatlinburg to mark our nation’s “Independence Day” with a spectacular 20-minute firework show starting at 11:00 p.m....
Learn MoreMonsters on the Mountain
The time has finally come to prepare for our journey back to the Smoky Mountains and we are happy to invite you along for the ride. We are excited to...
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What wonders await in Gatlinburg this spring?
Spring is on the horizon and the Mountains are Calling! If you’ve been itching to get out of the house and do some serious exploring all within...
Read MoreMost Searched Attractions in Gatlinburg
Declared “The Best Mountain Town in the South” by Southern Living Readers, Gatlinburg has everything you need for a memorable vacation...
Read MoreTrail Spotlight in the Smoky Mountains
With over 800 miles of trails to travel in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, there’s an endless array of winding pathways, panoramic views,...
Read MoreSpring Wildflowers in the Smoky Mountains
With over 1600 species of flowering plants, there is certainly no shortage of opportunities to discover why Great Smoky Mountains National Park is...
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