East Tennessee Travel Guide
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Where to stay in East Tennessee
Downtown Gatlinburg
While visiting Downtown Gatlinburg, you might make a stop by sights like Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Gatlinburg SkyPark.
Wears Valley
Unique features of Wears Valley include the mountain views and parks. Make a stop by Great Smoky Mountains National Park or Walker Sisters Place while you're exploring the area.
Downtown Chattanooga
Travellers to Downtown Chattanooga praise its must-see aquarium. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by On The Glory Land Road and Tivoli Theatre.
Downtown Knoxville
Downtown Knoxville is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Bijou Theater or Tennessee Theatre.
Chalet Village
If you're spending some time in Chalet Village, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ober Mountain are top sights worth seeing.
Big Creek
While visiting Big Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Whitman Hollow Marina and Norris Lake.
Hilton Garden Inn Pigeon Forge
We came here with the family, the week before Christmas. It was perfect! We were in the middle of everything. This is a great location for everything.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
The Read House Hotel
Everything! The staff was absolutely amazing, very professional and friendly. Our room was beautiful and spotless.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg
The location was great. It had nice views. The front desk staff was pleasant and friendly. There were some staff members from the restaurant that could have been friendlier. The breakfast was only convenient but it was not good. I'm still trying to debate whether it was worth paying for it. The pool ...
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Deer Ridge Mountain Resort
Beautiful view from our balcony and the community deck. The kids enjoyed the pool. Our unit (D302) was clean but in desperate need of updating (couch was broken, fans wobbled, paint peeling, etc). It worked well as a home base after a long day of adventures. We loved that the property was away from ...
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park
Excellent
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg
The room was spacious and clean. The bed was comfortable.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Popular places to visit
Dollywood
This amusement park owned by country singer Dolly Parton lures fans with its roller coasters and children’s rides, museums and live music and theater shows.
University of Tennessee
Explore the campus of University of Tennessee, a top university in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Island at Pigeon Forge
You can do some window-shopping at Island at Pigeon Forge during your visit to Pigeon Forge. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
From sharks and stingrays, to penguins and octopus, get close to a colorful collection of tropical sea creatures at this walk-through aquarium.
LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge
Learn about the events happening in LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge during your trip to Pigeon Forge. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Titanic Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Titanic Museum in Pigeon Forge. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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