Guidebook
Sightseeing
Sugarlands Riding Stables “Great way to relax and see the park if you want to take a break from hiking! There are also a number of other operators - you may want to call around to see about availability and desired times.”
Location: 1409 Parkway Gatlinburg, Tennessee 37738
Phone: +1 865-436-3535
Website: sugarlandsridingstables.com
Gatlinburg Skylift Park “An open-air chairlift ride to the top of an 1,800 ft overlook with views of the smokies. Home of North America's longest pedestrian suspension bridge. You'll definitely experience the best views of the beautiful smoky mountains.”
Location: 765 Parkway Gatlinburg, Tennessee 37738
Phone: +1 865-436-4307
gatlinburgskylift.com
Smoky Mountain Riding Stables
“There are lots of riding stables and a wonderful variety of terrain throughout all the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains available for horseback riders visiting Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. You can pick a trail ride that suits all your family members, from youngest to eldest, many with guided tours and even dinners by a campfire.”
Location: 1720 East Pkwy Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Phone: (865) 436-5634
smokymountainridingstables.com
Parks & Nature
Sugarlands Visitor Center
“Great space to bring the family or for a solo sojourn. Explore local wildlife and plants in the museum and then take to the trails to find them in the forest.”
Location: 1420 Fighting Creek Gap Road Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Phone: +1 865-436-1200
Nps.gov
Clingmans Dome Visitor Center
“Visit this site to see the Smoky Mountains from a birds eye view. Absolutely worth the walk up! Do a little reading up to make sure the walk to the observation tower it for you! It's just under a mile and pretty steep, but paved.”
Location: Bryson City, NC 28713
Phone: 865-436-1200
Website: nps.gov
Cades Cove Loop Road
“The 11-mile loop road is a perfect drive when you’re looking to explore a little history and see the beautiful scenery in the Smokies. Many visitors would argue that Cades Cove is one of the most beautiful places to see in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.”
Shopping
The Island Drive
“Great place for entertainment and restaurants. They offer free parking and open daily!”
Location: Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
Tanger Outlets Sevierville
“Great bargains of name brand stores”
Location: 1645 Parkway Sevierville, TN 37862
Phone: +1 865-453-1053
tangeroutlet.com
Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community
“Series of shops and galleries of local artists along an 8-mile loop in Gatlinburg”
Location: 170 Glades Rd Gatlinburg, TN 37738
+1 865-436-6921
gatlinburgcrafts.com
Essentials + Groceries
Wal-Mart
Sam's Club
Whaley's Country Store
“Old-fashioned country store with groceries, gifts, supplies and more.”
Location: 1725 Waldens Creek Road Sevierville, Tennessee 37862
Phone: +1 865-774-0040
whaleyscountrystore.business.site
Chalet Village Market
“Neighborhood grocery to pick up small items you may have forgotten without driving all the way to the grocery store.”
Location: 875 Ski Mountain Rd Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Phone: (865) 430-2233
Publix Super Market at Valley Forge Shopping Center
“You can buy food, water or anything you'll need. It's on parkway and pretty close.”
Location: 2656 Parkway Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
Phone: 865-774-2030
publix.com
Food City
“Food City is the closest full grocery store.”
Location: 1219 East Parkway Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Phone: 865 430 3116
Foodcity.com
Entertainment & Activities
Rafting in the Smokies
“Experience whitewater rafting in Tennessee and be assured of an exciting adventure as you romp through some of our class III and class IV rapids this rafting season!”
Location: East Parkway Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Phone: 800-776-7238
Raftinginthesmokies.com
CLIMB Works Smoky Mountains - Zipline Tour
“200 acres zip lining and dirt bike riding viewing fantastic views of the Great Smoky National Park!”
Location: 155 Branam Hollow Road Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Phone: 865-325-8116
climbworks.com
Ober Gatlinburg
“Take the aerial tram to Ober Gatlinburg. Great views. Skiing in season. Ice skating, alpine slide, chairlifts, restaurants & shops. A good place to explore for a couple hours.”
Location: 1310 Ski Mountain Rd Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Obergatlinburg.com
Dollywood's Splash Country
“Year round all day rides, entertainment, rooms throughout park for autistic family members, handicap friendly scooters for rent, concerts, fireworks, splash park and special Holiday events.”
Location: 2700 Dollywood Parks Blvd Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
Phone: 800-365-5996
Dollywood.com
Dollywood Amusement Park
“Family fun all day for every age. Dollywood has quietly become one of the best theme parks in the World. They’re customer service rivals Disney’s, their rides that of Cedar Point and the prices just cant be beat for food at a theme park. Whether you’re a one year old learning to crawl or a grand parent just wanting to see shows Dollywood has something for you. Be sure to check out their festivals such as Festival of Nations, BBQ and Bluegrass and my favorite, the Harvest Festival with Luminights.”
Location: 2700 Dollywood Parks Boulevard Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
Phone: 800-365-5996
dollywood.com
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
“Best aquarium ever for all ages - truly worth the experience!”
Location: 88 River Road Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Phone: 888-240-1358
ripleyaquariums.com
Drinks & Nightlife
Ole Smoky Moonshine “Taste different moonshine flavors. Touristy on the GB strip”
Location: 903 Parkway Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Phone: +1 865-436-6995
Website: olesmoky.com
Ole Smoky Barn “Taste different moonshine flavors. At the Island shopping area”
Location: 131 The Island Dr Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
Phone: +1 865-436-6995
Website: olesmoky.com
Smoky Mountain Brewery in Gatlinburg “More like a restaurant but features their own local brews”
Location: 1004 Parkway Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Phone: +1 865-436-4200
Website: smoky-mtn-brewery.com
Smoky Mountain Brewery “More like a restaurant but features their own local brews”
Location: 2530 Parkway Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
Phone: +1 865-868-1400
Website: http://www.smoky-mtn-brewery.com/
Food Scene
Delauder's BBQ
“Our strong choice for best BBQ in the area! They moved to a brick and mortar location after starting out in a small hidden place in the Arts+Crafts area.”
Location: 680 Glades Rd Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Phone: (865) 325-8680
delaudersbbq.com
The Old Mill Restaurant
“Historic landmark that continues the milling legacy on a daily basis. There is a fantastic restaurant, shopping, and many other things to do here.”
Location: 164 Old Mill Avenue Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
Phone: 865-429-3463
old-mill.com
The Old Mill Pottery House Café & Grille
“Great food and lovely place to eat outside when weather permits. You can avoid long lines by checking in online.”
Location: 3341 Old Mill Street Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
Phone: 865-453-6002
old-mill.com
Local Goat- New American Restaurant
“Tasty Food and Beer, reasonably priced, right in the heart of all the action.”
Location: 2167 Parkway Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
Phone: 865-366-3035
localgoatpf.com
Mama's Chicken Kitchen
“Their chicken and sides are served by the plate if you want to eat with there. They also offer it by the bucket To Go if you want to take a picnic to the Smoky Mountains.”
Location: 1244 East Pkwy Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Phone: 865-412-1333
mamaschickenkitchen.com
Crockett's Breakfast Camp
“Fantastic breakfast joint in Gatlinburg!! If you want to eat here, get in line Early! From the wonderful waitress, to the fantastic food, Crockett’s was amazing. Omelets were delicious, and the coffee was good.”
Location: 1103 Parkway Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Phone: (865) 325-1403
crockettsbreakfastcamp.com
Pawpaw's Catfish Kitchen
“As close to Louisiana as you can get in east Tennessee. It's a few minutes down wears Bauer road from the heart of pigeon forge. Definitely worth the drive. And if you go, you just try their bread pudding with white chocolate sauce. Highly recommend.”
Location: 2760 Wears Valley Rd Sevierville, TN 37862
Phone: (865) 446-4978
pawpawscatfishkitchen.com
Smokies Cuban Cafe
“Come in for a quick bite of authentic Cuban food. A nice contemporary space where you can enjoy great coffee, or food that has been passed down generation after generation.”
Location: 3526 Parkway Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
Phone: (865) 365-1700
smokiescubancafe.net
Thai Basil
“This is a great spot for authentic Thai curries in the mountains!!”
Location: 530 Winfield Dunn Parkway Sevierville, Tennessee 37862
Phone: 865-453-9339
Thaibasiltn.com
Holston's Kitchen
“If you're looking for an upscale dining experience that won't break the bank, Holston's kitchen is definitely worthy contender for your vacation dinner plans.”
Location: 639 Dolly Parton Parkway Sevierville, Tennessee 37862
Phone: 865-365-4205
Holstonskitchen.com
Ski Mountain Pizza
“Pizza delivery to the Summit and on Ski Mountain. Great smoked / fried wings (CP says yes on those!). Have them on speed dial for those lazy nights on the mountaintop.”
Location: 631 Ski Mountain Rd Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Phone: (865) 325-1512
skimountainpizza.com