GATLINBURG, TENNESSEE

Attractions

Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies - a major attraction between the two major sections of downtown Gatlinburg and often the site of many of the city's events, the Aquarium is a must see for all visitors in Gatlinburg featuring hundreds of exotic sea creatures, dozens of interactive exhibits, an underwater tunnel, videos and more!

Sweet Fanny Adams Theater - Proclaimed a "National Historical Treasure", the theater has premiered over 50 original musical comedy productions since opening in 1977. Two original comedy Shows are presented on alternating nights throughout the season. It's 2 hours of hilarious fun, lively music, top-notch performers and lots of audience participation.

Ripley's Haunted Adventure - One of the scariest attractions in East Tennessee, visitors are required to hold on to one another for safety as they navigate through the demonic maze. All kinds of creeps and corporeal threats lurk in the darkness and if you make out, you'll definitely be coming back to Ripley's Haunted Adventure. Great for summer and fall!

Hollywood Wax Museum - Grab your camera and get into the action with your favorite stars! From Lucille Ball to Lucy Liu, James Dean to Johnny Depp and Elvis to Will Smith, you can join the A-listers and take pictures that will make the best postcards from Gatlinburg. The spotlight is on you as you sing karaoke with pop divas, ride aboard the Titanic, encounter Frankenstein and Freddy, step into the Winner's Circle with NASCAR champions and even put on a wedding dress and marry a star!

Ober Gatlinburg - Ober Gatlinburg is a year-round amusement park and ski resort with something exciting for everyone. Experience the thrill of a lifetime as you ride down the 1800 foot twin track Alpine Slide or relax as the Chairlift takes you to awe-inspiring views and spectacular photo opportunities of the Smoky Mountains. Ice skate in any season at the massive climate-controlled indoor arena. Take the Aerial Tram from Downtown to a mountain of fun!

Christ in the Smokies - In the center of Gatlinburg, Tennessee, at Christ in the Smokies Museum & Gardens (located on the former Christus Gardens property) you will have the remarkable experience of walking through a Biblical world of 2000 years ago, seeing life-size, lifelike representations of important scenes from the life of Jesus Christ.

Gatlinburg Golf Course - As challenging as it is beautiful, Gatlinburg's Golf Course features one of the most dramatic golf holes in America known as "Ski Hi." With a vertical drop of 200 feet from tee to green, golfers say the 12th Hole and the scenic beauty of the course is the reason they keep coming back year after year! The 18-hole professional course is located 6 miles from downtown Gatlinburg on Dollywood Lane in Pigeon Forge.

Gatlinburg Arts and Crafts Community - Visit the historic Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Community, which has been designated a historic pathway on the Tennessee Arts and Crafts Trail by the governor of Tennessee. It is the largest group of independent artisans in North America. Since its inception in 1937, the Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Community has grown to encompass more than 120 studios, galleries and shops, as well as restaurants, cafes and a tearoom, in its eight-mile loop, located three miles east of downtown Gatlinburg along East Parkway (Hwy. 321 North).

Guinness World of Records Museum - The Guinness World of Records Museum features hundreds of astounding exhibits from the famous Guinness Book of World Records. There is an incredible line-up of feats, facts and records in an amazing display of unparalleled fun. Go deep into a cave to see natural wonders, board the Ark with Noah and the animals, come to the circus to meet unusual people.
 

Restaurants

Alamo Steakhouse - Located on the East Parkway in Gatlinburg (you can't miss it!), The Alamo Steakhouse Restaurant is the perfect dinner setting, for anything from an intimate dinner for two to a big family dinner, including private seating to accommodate large groups. The atmosphere is perfect for all ages and our large dining room is suitable for groups up to 50.

Bennett's BBQ - Located behind the Ober Gatlinburg aerial tramway in downtown Gatlinburg, Bennett's BBQ will satisfy your hunger at any time of the day! With ribs, steak, and chicken, an extensive salad bar, and an in-season Good Morning! breakfast bar, there is something here for everyone. Dine-in, take-out, child's menu, and catering services available from the award-winning taste of Bennett's. Enjoy beer, wine, or your favorite cocktails in KJ's Saloon at the Gatlinburg location.

Greenbrier Restaurant - Hidden away on a hillside above Gatlinburg, this historic log cabin, built in 1939, offers a relaxed atmosphere for an unforgettable dining experience. As you look out at our woodland view through floor to ceiling windows, relax and enjoy tasty appetizers, succulent prime rib, mountain trout and our own specialties.
 

Best Italian - They don't call it The Best for nothing! Long held as a favorite Italian restaurant for repeat visitors and locals alike, The Best Italian features some of the best pizza and pastas you'll find in Gatlinburg downtown along with plenty of other highbrow Italian dishes and our famous Garlic rolls! Located on the Parkway in the Elks Lodge complex.

Pancake Pantry - Gatlinburg's premier pancake house sits on the parkway in plain, easy view right in front of the entrance to The Village. The Pancake Pantry is an institution in Gatlinburg, having served thousands and thousands of satisfied customers for decades with a rich variety of pancakes and many other breakfast items. Don't leave Gatlinburg without a breakfast stop at the Pancake Pantry!

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. - One of Gatlinburg's new favorite hang-out spots, Bubba Gump is a great place for a mid-evening drink, sandwich, or just a whole big plate full of seafood and shrimp! Come for the Fresh Catch Specials and have one of the best shrimp dinners of your life, only at Bubba Gimp Shrimp!

Smoky Mountain Brewery - Not quite sure what you want? Got a whole group full of people who all want different things? Come to the Smoky Mountain Brewery where just about everything is on the menu. Get burgers and fries, pizza, wings, lobster tail, plenty of drinks and live entertainment plus half-off prices on some nights. Come to the restaurant where everyone can get what they want to eat at Smoky Mountain Brewery!

Howard's Restaurant - ...Is one of the oldest restaurants in town, having been established in 1946 and going strong ever since. No restaurant stays open for such a long time without offering great dishes with Hand Cut Steaks, Gourmet Burgers, all kinds of Chicken, Fresh Mountain Trout and traditional southern entrees. Located on the Parkway near Elk's Lodge.