Gatlinburg, Tennessee Where the mountains come alive. From world-class theme parks to misty hiking trails, moonshine distilleries to mountain wine trails — the Smokies have something worth remembering. Explore below Filter All Theme Parks Outdoors Spirits & Wine Top Experiences 6 picks  Theme Park Dollywood Dolly Parton's award-winning theme park in Pigeon Forge delivers world-class roller coasters, Appalachian craft festivals, cinnamon bread worth the trip alone, and shows that'll stick with you for years. Plan a full day — you'll need it. 4.6 Pigeon Forge · Open daily 10am Plan your visit →  Adventure Park Anakeesta Ride the gondola up to this ridge-top park above downtown Gatlinburg for sweeping Smoky Mountain views, treetop canopy walks, mountain coasters, and live music over drinks at sunset. The Astra Lumina night experience is a don't-miss after dark. 4.2 576 Parkway · Open daily 9am Plan your visit →  Outdoors Cades Cove A serene valley encircled by peaks, Cades Cove is the best spot in the Smokies for wildlife. Black bears, white-tailed deer, and wild turkey are regular sightings along the 11-mile loop road. Go early — the fog through the valley at sunrise is something else entirely. 4.7 Great Smoky Mountains NP · Free Get directions →  Hiking Grotto Falls Trail One of the most rewarding hikes in the Smokies — this 3-mile round trip through old-growth hemlock ends at the only waterfall in the park you can walk behind. Moderate difficulty, stunning scenery the whole way, and wildlife sightings are common. Snag a parking reservation ahead of time. 4.8 3 mi round trip · Moderate Trail info →  Spirits Ole Smoky Distillery The Holler sits right on the Gatlinburg Parkway and is equal parts distillery, live music venue, and tasting room. Eight samples for $8, knowledgeable bartenders, and flavors ranging from classic white lightning to peach and apple pie moonshine. Book a tour to go behind the stills. 4.7 903 Parkway · Open until 11pm Plan your visit →  Wine Trail Gatlinburg Wine Trail Wander between several locally-owned wineries and tasting rooms right in town. The region specializes in fruit wines, meads, and ciders made from local apples and berries — you won't find these flavors anywhere else. Watermelon wine and crisp apple cider are fan favorites. Perfect for a slow afternoon. 5.0 Multiple stops · Open daily 10am Explore the trail →  The Great Smoky Mountains 800 miles of trail.
Zero admission fee. Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most visited national park in the country — and one of the only ones that's completely free to enter. Hike to waterfalls, spot black bears, drive scenic roads, and breathe the cleanest air in the East. Explore the park Gatlinburg, Tennessee · Great Smoky Mountains · All experiences subject to seasonal hours and availability.