Local Attractions
ADVENTURE ABOUNDS IN THE SMOKIES
Dollywood
Share some simple, good, old-fashioned fun with the family at Dollywood. With the Smokies' best rides, shows, crafts and charming atmosphere, you're just a short distance from guaranteed wholesome family fun - but a long way from today's hassles.
Whitewater rafting
If you’re looking for a wet and wild adventure with friends, family or a group through the Smoky Mountains, the thrilling rapids of the Pigeon River Gorge will leave you soaking wet and smiling from ear to ear. Experience the Great Smoky Mountains in a whole new way, with panoramic views of ancient mountains and beautiful forest.
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Dolly Parton’s Stampede Dinner attraction
The Dolly Parton Stampede Dinner Attraction is one of the best places to eat in the Smokies! Enjoy the cast of 250 including 32 fabulous horses. Relive the glory, pageantry and, romance of the 1800s with authentic antebellum costumes and elaborate architecture as a backdrop.
biltmore house
The Biltmore Estate consists of the House, Gardens and Winery. With its 390-foot facade, the House has more than 11 million bricks, 250 rooms, 65 fireplaces, 43 bathrooms, 34 bedrooms, and three kitchens, all of which are contained in over four acres of floor space. The Biltmore Estate Winery produces more than 50,000 cases of wine per year and although it is one of the newest wineries, it is the most visited winery in the United States and has won over 100 awards in its first decade.
Forbidden Caverns
Visit one of America’s most spectacular caves! The Forbidden Caverns provide you with an entertaining and educational tour past sparkling formations, towering natural chimneys, numerous grottos and a crystal-clear stream.
Hiking in the smokies
Spend a day, or three exploring the vast natural beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains in Eastern Tennessee. With more than 800 miles of trails meandering throughout Great Smoky Mountain park, including 71 miles of the Appalachian Trail, the Smokies are widely recognized as one of the top hiking destinations in the east.
Winter Activities at Ober Gatlinburg
A mountain of fun for the whole family: make it a day at Ober Gatlinburg. There is much to do for all ages at Tennessee’s #1 skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing destination.