Coming to the mountains? Stay in the mountains. Gatlinburg is in the heart of the Smokies, packed with fun-filled things to see and do four seasons long. Voted "Best Mountain Getaway" and "Best Mountain Destination" by Southern Living and AAA readers.
Things to do in Gatlinburg
Christus Gardens
Acclaimed as America's #1 Religious Attraction, Christus Gardens has been a Gatlinburg attraction for over 40 years. Life sized dioramas depict the Life of Christ with life-like wax figures and painstaking detail to costuming and staging. A Biblical coin collection and other museum quality artifacts make this a most unique and interesting attraction for all ages. Call (865) 436-5155 for more information.
510 River Road, Gatlinburg, TN
Ober Gatlinburg: Aerial Tramway
One of America's Largest Aerial Tramway departs regularly from downtown Gatlinburg, going directly to the Ski Resort and Amusement Park. The two 120 passenger counter balanced cars provide an experience for all ages, from the young to the young at heart. Call (865) 436-5423 for more information.
1001 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
Yes, believe it or not, there are sharks in the smokies, and coral, and jelly fish and even a giant octopus, all moving swimmingly along at the new Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies! Opened in summer of 2000, this 100,000-square foot facility is destined to become a favorite regional attraction. Call (865) 430-8848 for more information.
88 River Rd. Gatlinburg, TN, Gatlinburg, TN
Ripley's Believe It or not Museum
A museum filled with some of the most incredible collections of the odd and unusual. Three floors of artifacts and relics from around the world. Call (865) 436-5096 for more information.
800 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN
Ripley's Moving Theater
A triple play for Ripley's, a rocking and rolling movie experience and we didn't mention music! An advanced simulator theater that puts you in the center of the action, seeing, feeling...it gets all the senses moving along with the show on the screen. Call (865) 436-9763 for more information.
904 Parkway. Gatlinburg, TN, Gatlinburg, TN