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Welcome to Your Gatlinburg Guide to Attractions, Dining, and Shopping

Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a returning guest, Gatlinburg offers a vibrant mix of attractions, dining experiences, unique shopping, and local flavor. Use this directory to make the most of your stay in the heart of the Smoky Mountains!

• Anakeesta
  Award-winning mountaintop adventure park with treetop skywalks, mountain coasters, ziplining, gardens, and panoramic views of the Smokies[3][19].
• Gatlin’s Mini Golf & Escape Games
  Area’s largest miniature golf destination—offering 45 holes of fun, escape rooms, laser tag, and more for all ages[5][13].
• Gatlinburg SkyPark & SkyBridge
  Ride the yellow chairlift to the mountaintop and cross the record-setting SkyBridge, the longest pedestrian suspension bridge in North America[2][10][18].
• Great Smoky Mountains National Park
  Over 800 miles of hiking trails, waterfalls, wildlife viewing, and scenic drives. The park entrance is just minutes from downtown Gatlinburg.
• Ober Mountain Aerial Tramway & Amusement Park
  Iconic tramway to a mountaintop park with skiing, snow tubing, ice skating, and more, year-round[4][12].
• Gatlinburg Space Needle
  Ride a glass elevator 400 feet up for 360-degree views of the city and mountains.
• Ole Smoky Distillery & Sugarlands Distilling Company
  Sample authentic Tennessee moonshine and take a behind-the-scenes tour at these renowned local distilleries.
• Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies
  Explore thousands of aquatic creatures, interactive exhibits, and a moving walkway through a shark lagoon[1][9].
• Ripley’s Attractions:
  • Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium
  • Ripley’s Haunted Adventure
  • Ripley’s Mirror Maze
  • Ripley’s Moving Theater
  • Ripley’s Davy Crockett Mini-Golf

• Bennett’s Pit Bar-B-Que
• Blue Moose Burgers & Wings
• Boudicca’s Celtic Pub
• Best Italian Cafe & Pizzeria
• Burg Steakhouse
• Cherokee Grill and Steakhouse
• Cliff Top Restaurant at Anakeesta
• Cumberland Jack’s LeConte Kitchen
• Crockett’s Breakfast Camp
• The Greenbrier Restaurant
• Lil’ Black Bear Café
• LeConte Tapas & Grill
• Log Cabin Pancake House
• Myron Mixon’s BBQ
• No Way Jose’s Cantina
• Ole Red
• Pancake Pantry
• The Park Grill
• The Peddler Steakhouse
• Split Rail Eats
• Smith & Son Corner Kitchen
• Tennessee Jed’s

Unique Boutiques & Malls

The Village Shops

Step into a European-inspired enclave with 27 unique boutiques, eateries, and attractions. Don’t miss the Donut Friar, The Day Hiker, Candle Cottage, and more.

Mountain Mall

Rustic, multi-level indoor mall featuring local artisans, candy shops, and unique gifts. Located across from Ripley’s Aquarium.

Reagan Terrace Mall

Open-air shopping center with souvenirs, boutiques, and family-friendly attractions.

The Glades Arts & Crafts Community

A historic 8-mile loop with over 100 local artists and craftsmen. A must-visit for handmade goods and Appalachian heritage.

Other Shopping Spots

• Baskins Square Mall: Boutiques, galleries, and eateries on the Parkway.
• Shops at Carousel Gardens: Unique shopping and dining at stoplight #3.
• Parkway Strip: Dozens of specialty shops and souvenir stores.

Candy, Ice Cream & Milkshake Shops

• Aunt Mahalia’s Candies
• Chocolate Monkey
• The Crazy Mason Milkshake Bar
• Kilwins
• Mad Dog’s Creamery & Donuts
• Ole Smoky Candy Kitchen
• Sugar Baby Sweet Shop
• Sweet!
• The Village Cafe & Creamery
• Glades Homemade Candies & Ice Cream

• Cliff Top at Anakeesta
• Three Jimmy’s Good Time Eatery
• Seasonal Street Performances & Festivals
• Smoky Mountain Brewery
• Ole Smoky Moonshine Holler
• Ole Red Gatlinburg
• Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina
• Jason Aldean’s Kitchen + Rooftop Bar
• Shamrock’s Lounge & Bar

Distilleries and Wineries

• Ole Smoky Distillery
• Sugarlands Distilling Company
• Tennessee Homemade Wines
• Tennessee Cider Company
• Smokin’ Banjo
• Old Mountain Wine Company

The Gatlinburg Wine Trail

For the ultimate tasting experience, check out the Gatlinburg Wine Trail! Visit five local wineries and cideries, get your passport stamped at each stop, and receive a free souvenir when you complete the trail. The $10 VIP pass includes tastings at all locations and is a much better value than paying individually. You’ll enjoy over 40 different wines and ciders while exploring Gatlinburg’s best local flavors!

Enjoy your stay at the Historic Gatlinburg Inn and make the most of everything Gatlinburg has to offer!

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