Visit Gatlinburg
An outdoor haven with park access, pancakes, arts and crafts, and fun for the whole family
Gatlinburg Activities: Gateway to the Smoky Mountains
On the Little Pigeon River and base of Mount Le Conte, Gatlinburg offers a fun mountain getaway — one that can connect you to the Sugarlands Visitor Center in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. (Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and quiet Townsend are among the popular entrances in Tennessee.) Experience Gatlinburg via 19th-century replica trolleys, available from April to December, with seasonal service in the winter.
Families should spend a day in Downtown Gatlinburg, visiting quaint shops offering fudge and crafts, eating breakfast-for-dinner in pancake houses and seeing attractions like Ober Mountain. Adults can indulge in live music shows and moonshine tastings, a popular activity for couples in Gatlinburg. There are even pet-friendly places to go. Whatever your interests, remember that as a AAA member, you can enjoy exclusive discounts on top-rated hotels, savings on rental cars and free expert travel planning from a AAA Travel Agent when planning your trip to Gatlinburg.
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