Things to Do in the Smokies

  • Cades Cove

    Cades Cove is a scenic valley located in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Tennessee. Known for its 11-mile loop road, it offers visitors a chance to see historic 1800s buildings, abundant wildlife (including black bears and deer), and beautiful mountain views. The area provides opportunities for hiking, biking, and wildlife viewing

  • Goats on the roof of the smoky mountains

    Goats on the Roof is a unique tourist attraction in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, where live goats actually live and play on the roof of the building. It's a quirky shopping and entertainment destination where visitors can feed the goats using a pulley system that sends food up to them on the roof. Be sure to check out the coaster for an exciting journey through the hills of Tennessee at speeds just under 30mph and with a view that can’t be seen anywhere else in town.

  • Gatlinburg Bridge

    The Gatlinburg SkyBridge is North America's longest pedestrian suspension bridge, stretching 680 feet across a valley in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. The bridge sits at a height of 140 feet and features a glass-bottom observation area in the middle where visitors can see through to the ground below. Visitors reach the bridge by taking the SkyLift chairlift up the mountain, where they can enjoy panoramic views of the Great Smoky Mountains and downtown Gatlinburg.

  • Dollywood

    Dollywood is a popular theme park owned by country music legend Dolly Parton. The park features a mix of thrilling roller coasters, traditional crafts and cultural demonstrations celebrating Appalachian heritage and live music shows. Known for its family-friendly atmosphere, the park also offers Southern cuisine, shopping, and glimpses into the area's mountain culture, all while showcasing the warm hospitality that Dolly Parton is famous for.

  • Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

    Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies is a world-class aquarium featuring over 10,000 exotic sea creatures in 350 different species. Its main attractions include a 340-foot underwater tunnel with a moving glide path, where visitors can see sharks and other marine life swimming overhead, and interactive experiences like touching rays and horseshoe crabs.

  • Tanger Outlets Sevierville

    Tanger Outlets in Sevierville, Tennessee, is a large outdoor shopping center featuring over 100 brand-name and designer outlet stores offering discounted prices. The mall includes popular retailers like Nike, Coach, Michael Kors, and North Face, among many others.