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There is a lot to do in Gatlinburg!

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Articles and News about Gatlinburg and the Great Smoky Mountains

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...

A Fresh New Flavor Next Door: Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Gatlinburg

Situated at 745 Parkway, right next to the Historic Gatlinburg Inn, Tropical Smoothie Cafe has recently opened its doors, offering a fresh and vibrant dining option for both locals and visitors. ​ Ambiance and Service The cafe's interior is notably clean and orderly,...

Daiquiri Shack & Grill – Gatlinburg Restaurant Review

Tucked away on the second floor above Parkway, Daiquiri Shack & Grill is a hidden gem in downtown Gatlinburg that delivers great food, refreshing drinks, and a breezy, laid-back atmosphere. If you’re looking for a spot to kick back with a cold daiquiri and some...
Fun Mountain – Gatlinburg’s Lost Theme Park

Fun Mountain – Gatlinburg’s Lost Theme Park

This year marks the twentieth anniversary of the closing of an attraction in Gatlinburg that most of you (except maybe those of you local to the area) probably didn't know existed - Fun Mountain. Fun Mountain is an abandoned theme park that closed in the year 2000....

Meet the Black Bears of the Great Smoky Mountains

Meet the Black Bears of the Great Smoky Mountains

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is home to the black bear, a medium-sized bear that is widely distributed throughout North America. They are omnivores (meaning they eat both plants and animals) that like to live in heavily forested areas but will approach...

The State of Gatlinburg in the Midst of the Coronavirus Outbreak

The State of Gatlinburg in the Midst of the Coronavirus Outbreak

We have been receiving many questions from concerned citizens about what is going on in Gatlinburg, and what we are doing differently, in the midst of the coronavirus outbreak. Here is where we stand. Local Response The mayors and city managers of Sevier County,...