Things to do in the Gatlinburg, TN area?

I live about an hour from Gatlinburg and we've been going there on day trips forever as well as overnighters. There are tons of things to do that are inexpensive or that don't cost money. If you love the outdoors/nature, there are several hiking trails in the area. A short easy child-friendly trail (handicap assessible and paved) is Sugarlands Nature Walk past Sugarland's Visitor's Center. The Visitor's Center has a museum, a nice nature trail, and a gift shop. Cades Cove is a lengthy drive, past Gatlinburg but it is a wonderful place to visit. Breathtaking views, old cabins, homesteads, and churches to explore, lots of wild life, more trails. For a day trip, lots of families and church groups will bicycle the loop in Cades Cove. Roaring Fork Motor Trail is good, see all the sights of the Smokies from the comfort of your car...stop at overlooks and waterfalls. If you want a more challengeing hike, Grotto Falls off the Motor trail has some beautiful falls you can actually walk behind. If you like quaint little shops and less crowds got to the Arts & Crafts community. Tons of shops and galleries. Have a great trip!

Fun-Filled Attractions:

Everything from an aquarium with the largest underwater tunnel, a ski resort with year round ice skating, interesting museums, go cart racing, miniature golf, and much more.

Dining:

Gatlinburg restaurants hold a myriad of dining choices that offer everything from down-home cookin' to eclectic recipes from around the world.

Shopping:

All along the Parkway and side streets, you'll find Gatlinburg shopping treasures in village-style stores reminiscent of days when shopping was a leisurely yet exciting time!

Special Events:

As the Gateway to the Smoky Mountains, Gatlinburg has something special to offer its visitors no matter the time of year.

Services & Information:

Although Gatlinburg visitors mostly want to know about all the fun stuff, there are numerous other hometown businesses and services that you just may need as well while in town! Real estate, car rentals, auto mechanics, banking, groceries, gas stations, churches, and doctors or dentist: all the creature comforts you depend upon at home can also be found in Gatlinburg.

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Ripley's Davy Crockett Mini-Golf

188 Pkwy, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738

Hillbilly Golf in Gatlinburg

340 Pkwy, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738

Camp Thunder Fun Center

542 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738

FunQuest Family Entertainment Center

440 Highway 72, Collierville TN (near Gatlinburg)

Fort Fun Family Entertainment

716 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738

Space Needle and Family Fun Center

115 Historic Nature Trail, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738

Old Gatlinburg Golf & Game

208 Reagan Dr, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738

Ober Gatlinburg (Ice Skating)

1001 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738

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go to the aquarium or go walking the stripes its really fun down there try a long corn dog there good have fun !!! TENNESSEE ROCKS!!!!!!!