Articles and News about Gatlinburg and the Great Smoky Mountains
Glass House Gatlinburg: Coffee Shop or Children’s Boutique? Both!
Right in the middle of downtown Gatlinburg, inside Reagan Terrace Mall, Glass House is one of those places that makes you stop and look twice. Part of that comes from what it offers, and part of it comes from the building itself. The structure is almost entirely...
Thanksgiving Week in Gatlinburg – a Guide for Guests of the Historic Gatlinburg Inn
Thanksgiving in Gatlinburg is something special. The mountains feel a little cozier, the lights shine a little brighter, and the whole town comes alive with holiday excitement. If you are staying with us at the Historic Gatlinburg Inn, here are some of the best things...
Where to Go for a Fright in Gatlinburg: Haunted Houses, Ghost Tours & Graveyard Legends
October brings a special kind of energy to Gatlinburg. The mountain air turns crisp, pumpkins line the Parkway, and a whisper of mystery seems to drift through town. Whether you love haunted houses, ghost stories, or the kind of eerie silence that makes you glance...
Experience the Heart of Songwriting at the 2025 Gatlinburg Songwriters Festival
On August 15 and 16, 2025, the Historic Gatlinburg Inn will host the Gatlinburg Songwriters Festival, an intimate, soul stirring celebration of songcraft in the Great Smoky Mountains. Surrounded by moss clad ridges and postcard perfect mountain views, this boutique...
Barbecue with a View: A Visit to Myron Mixon BBQ in Gatlinburg
Looking for barbecue and a balcony view in downtown Gatlinburg? You don’t have to go far. Just across the Parkway from the Historic Gatlinburg Inn sits Myron Mixon BBQ, a restaurant carrying the name of one of the most well-known figures in the world of competitive...
Blue Moose Burgers & Wings: Gatlinburg’s Newest Must-Try Spot for Burgers, Wings & Good Vibes
If you’ve been walking the Parkway and wondering what that new burger-and-wing joint is next to all the Gatlinburg action, let us save you the suspense: Blue Moose Burgers & Wings is officially open—and it's a winner. This place isn’t just a tourist trap with a...
Where the Mountains Meet the Music: A Songwriter’s Haven at the Historic Gatlinburg Inn
There’s something about the Smoky Mountains that stirs the soul. Maybe it’s the way the morning fog rolls down the ridges like a slow dance. Maybe it’s the rustle of the wind through the trees, or the hush that settles over town as dusk drapes the peaks in blue....
Taco Trail: Gatlinburg’s New Go-To for Bowls, Brews, and Burritos
If you’ve been strolling through downtown Gatlinburg lately, you may have noticed a new kid on the block—Taco Trail, one of the town’s freshest dining additions. Just a short walk down Parkway from the Historic Gatlinburg Inn, this bright and modern taco joint is...
Pizza Rio: Brazilian-Inspired Pizza with a Gatlinburg River View
If you’re staying at the Historic Gatlinburg Inn and find yourself craving pizza—but not just any pizza—take a stroll down Parkway toward the entrance of town (in the Pigeon Forge direction) and prepare yourself for a delicious surprise. Pizza Rio isn’t your typical...