Guidebook for Gatlinburg
Food Scene
Recently voted #4 on Yelps 50 Top BBQ Joints in the US! Amazing pulled pork, brisket, and ribs. They tend to sell out early, sometimes as early as 2pm on weekends, so order plenty. It reheats perfectly!
50 locals recommend
Delauder's BBQ
1875 East PkwyRecently voted #4 on Yelps 50 Top BBQ Joints in the US! Amazing pulled pork, brisket, and ribs. They tend to sell out early, sometimes as early as 2pm on weekends, so order plenty. It reheats perfectly!
Glades Soda Fountain
601 Glades RdIce cream, shakes, and old fashioned malts!
Donut Friar
634 ParkwayAmazing donuts and croissants
Three Jimmy's Good Time Eatery
1359 East ParkwayGreat patio area, diverse menu, nearby
Parks & Nature
Easily accessible and suitable for everyone. Nice meandering walk along the river, just inside the National Park boundary.
33 locals recommend
Gatlinburg Trail Trailhead
916 River RdEasily accessible and suitable for everyone. Nice meandering walk along the river, just inside the National Park boundary.
Self driving tour, just inside the National Park boundaries. See historic cabins, wildlife (hopefully a bear!), and beautiful views. We love to take a drive on this in the early evening because its less crowded and you have a good chance of seeing wildlife. There are also many trailheads along the route, but be sure to plan your hike ahead of time and be prepared (water, map, etc).
192 locals recommend
Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail
Roaring Fork Motor Nature TrailSelf driving tour, just inside the National Park boundaries. See historic cabins, wildlife (hopefully a bear!), and beautiful views. We love to take a drive on this in the early evening because its less crowded and you have a good chance of seeing wildlife. There are also many trailheads along the route, but be sure to plan your hike ahead of time and be prepared (water, map, etc).
Roughly and hour drive from the cabin, this popular self driving tour is a must for GSMNP enthusiasts. Its an 11 mile, one way loop, that offers the best opportunities to see the native wildlife such as deer, bear, fox, turkeys, and more. Several historic churches and cabins are along the way as well. We recommend stopping at the beginning to purchase a $1 guide book. When finishing the loop, turn right toward the campground and park ranger station to get to the general store and have an ice cream cone or snack! There's also a great picnic area along the river with charcoal grills that you may use. Allow a minimum of 4 hours (2 hours getting there and back and 2 hours to tour).
761 locals recommend
Cades Cove
Roughly and hour drive from the cabin, this popular self driving tour is a must for GSMNP enthusiasts. Its an 11 mile, one way loop, that offers the best opportunities to see the native wildlife such as deer, bear, fox, turkeys, and more. Several historic churches and cabins are along the way as well. We recommend stopping at the beginning to purchase a $1 guide book. When finishing the loop, turn right toward the campground and park ranger station to get to the general store and have an ice cream cone or snack! There's also a great picnic area along the river with charcoal grills that you may use. Allow a minimum of 4 hours (2 hours getting there and back and 2 hours to tour).
Clingmans Dome
Amazing views of the GSMNP
Entertainment & Activities
Shopping, entertainment, restaurants, sights! The Island has it all! Jimmy Buffetts Margaritaville, Paula Deens Family Kitchen, Ole Smoky Distillery, are a few of our favorites.
369 locals recommend
The Island Dr
The Island DriveShopping, entertainment, restaurants, sights! The Island has it all! Jimmy Buffetts Margaritaville, Paula Deens Family Kitchen, Ole Smoky Distillery, are a few of our favorites.
Shopping
Tanger Outlets Sevierville
1645 Parkway