Gatlinburg Tennessee Attractions

Gatlinburg is one of three main cities in Sevier County, Tennessee, a tourism-based area that attracts 11-13 million annual visitors. Gatlinburg attractions include Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the nation's most visited; Dollywood theme park; Ober Gatlinburg ski resort; Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies; major outlet malls; and many, many restaurants, theaters and other tourist venues. The rolling hills on the outskirts of the city, form a most resplendent backdrop for photography. Take as many beautiful snapshots from your personal camera to capture the beautiful moments spent together on your honeymoon in Gatlinburg. Another popular Gatlinburg attraction is the romantic honeymoon cabins, in which you enjoy seclusion with your new bride. The Arts and Crafts Heritage Days begin in late September and early October, showcasing those still practicing the old ways, introducing families to traditional arts like spinning, weaving and candlemaking.

If your taste buds are an important part of Gatlinburg vacation, you might want to check out either the Taste of Autumn event in late September that shows off the best the region’s hottest restaurants have to offer. If you like spice in your life, then check out or the annual Chili Cook-Off, which has taken place for nearly two decades at the kickoff of the winter season in early November. Other popular Gatlinburg attractions include the Festival of Trees in late November, which finds the town’s tallest trees decorated for Christmas, and the Veteran’s Day Celebration, a touching patriotic salute to America’s military heroes. Pick your Gatlinburg Attraction