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About Gatlinburg

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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

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...
A Walk Through a Smoky Mountain Controlled Burn

A Walk Through a Smoky Mountain Controlled Burn

A controlled burn is the act of purposely setting fire to a portion of a forest in order to improve its health. It seems counter-intuitive to burn something down to make it healthier, but it is a proven method for ridding forests of debris, reduce insect populations...

Gatlinburg Brewing Company – Restaurant Review

Gatlinburg Brewing Company – Restaurant Review

Right at the intersection in Gatlinburg where Parkway splits off toward East Parkway sits one of Gatlinburg's hidden gems for dining and drink - the Gatlinburg Brewing Company. This odd little round-shaped building is a great place to grab a beer or chow down on some...

Meet Room 384, a Spacious Third Floor Getaway

Meet Room 384, a Spacious Third Floor Getaway

Every room at the Historic Gatlinburg Inn is unique, a function of this being a historic hotel that has been added to over the years, with an emphasis on never losing its' authenticity. This is the last of Gatlinburg's original hotels, and it is our intention to...