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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...
The Day the Olympic Torch Passed by the Historic Gatlinburg Inn

The Day the Olympic Torch Passed by the Historic Gatlinburg Inn

The Centennial Olympics occurred in the summer of 1996 in Atlanta, Georgia. Over 10 thousand athletes from nearly 200 countries competed while the world watched. As is traditional for the Olympics, the Olympic torch relay carried the Olympic flame to the site of the...

European Style Double Decker Bus Tours Now in Gatlinburg

European Style Double Decker Bus Tours Now in Gatlinburg

There is a new way to get around the Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge areas that really looks like a lot of fun. Decker Double Bus Tours is a business that operates a European-style double decker bus that runs a route from Pigeon Forge to Gatlinburg and back, with many...

Meet the Ladies Who Prepare the Best Breakfast in Gatlinburg

Meet the Ladies Who Prepare the Best Breakfast in Gatlinburg

Without a doubt, one of the things that separates the Historic Gatlinburg Inn from other local hotels is our breakfast. We serve our guests what we consider the best breakfast in Gatlinburg, and it is FREE to our guests. But breakfast like this, that consists of eggs,...

Halloween Night in Gatlinburg

Halloween Night in Gatlinburg

  It was a dark, cold and rainy night in Gatlinburg...the perfect night for Halloween spookiness. The rivers ran high that day, the water cold and black. All over town, terrifying creatures lurked (click the thumbnail to view the full size image)....

Meet Room 232 at the Historic Gatlinburg Inn

In this video tour, you will get an inside look at Suite 232 (the Gold Room) at the Historic Gatlinburg Inn. As you can plainly see, this is not your typical hotel room, and this is not your typical hotel!