East Tennessee
Travel Guide
Visit East Tennessee
Where to stay in East Tennessee
Downtown Gatlinburg
While visiting Downtown Gatlinburg, you might make a stop by sights like Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.
Wears Valley
Unique features of Wears Valley include the mountain views and parks. Make a stop by Great Smoky Mountains National Park or Walker Sisters Place while you're exploring the area.
Downtown Chattanooga
Travellers to Downtown Chattanooga praise its must-see aquarium. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Tivoli Theatre and Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District.
Downtown Knoxville
Downtown Knoxville is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Bijou Theater or Tennessee Theatre.
Chalet Village
If you're spending some time in Chalet Village, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Pigeon Forge
While visiting Downtown Pigeon Forge, you might make a stop by sights like Pigeon Forge Factory Outlet Mall and The Comedy Barn Theater.
Hilton Knoxville
Stayed here for a weekend in Knoxville. Very convenient to walkable restaurants and entertainment. Property is a little on the older side but very clean and modern. The elevators are very slow, but think they were working on them.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Country Cascades Waterpark Resort
everything was perfect, it just smelled funny in the rooms.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
The Ramsey Hotel & Convention Center
The property portrays itself to be a bit more luxurious than it actually is but all in all it was a fantastic experience. The hotel looks much more modern online but in reality it feels a bit older with some modern upgrades thrown in. I'm aware that my review sounds slightly negative but I wholeheartedly ...
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg
Most comfortable bed the outside look ok but the room was nice 10 out of 10
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Deer Ridge Mountain Resort
Overall, our room in building A was great and updated. The other room we rented in building E looked exactly the same way the rooms did in 1990 literally. We were at the resort in 1990. Carpet was really dirty and whole room was worn. Not all Kitchen appliances worked
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park
Everything is great. Staff is super friendly and helpful. Only had a couple small issues, but we will definitely be staying here anytime we come back in the future.
Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025
Popular places to visit
Dollywood
This amusement park owned by country singer Dolly Parton lures fans with its roller coasters and children’s rides, museums and live music and theater shows.
University of Tennessee
Explore the campus of University of Tennessee, a top university in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Titanic Museum
Study the exhibits at Titanic Museum, a favourite museum in Pigeon Forge. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
From sharks and stingrays, to penguins and octopus, get close to a colorful collection of tropical sea creatures at this walk-through aquarium.
Island at Pigeon Forge
You can do some window-shopping at Island at Pigeon Forge during your visit to Pigeon Forge. Amble around this romantic area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Bristol Motor Speedway
Catch an event at Bristol Motor Speedway during your trip to Bristol. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
