East Tennessee

Travel Guide

The longest swinging bridge in America. This bridge, is known as America's Bridge to Prosperity.

🇺🇸 Only in #Tennessee 👊

Heights might not be your thing, but the bridge is safe, sturdy and has amazing views. This swinging bridges have long been used in the Appalachian Mountains for folks to get from one mountain to another in the shortest amount of time. 😎
Sunset above the clouds
Great hike!
Point Park has epic views of Chattanooga and the surrounding area. Tons of hiking trails and history.
Ice cold. Beautiful scene.

Where to stay in East Tennessee

Fall at Honey Creek Loop Trail at Big South Fork National Recreation Area in central Tennessee

Big Creek

While visiting Big Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Whitman Hollow Marina and Norris Lake.

Big Creek
A panoramic view of downtown Gatlinburg, Tennessee

Downtown Gatlinburg

While visiting Downtown Gatlinburg, you might make a stop by sights like Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Gatlinburg SkyPark.

Downtown Gatlinburg
chattanooga skyline with blue hour and sunset

Downtown Chattanooga

4/5(14 area reviews)

Travellers to Downtown Chattanooga praise its must-see aquarium. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by On The Glory Land Road and Tivoli Theatre.

Downtown Chattanooga
Downtown Knoxville Tennessee Drone Skyline Aerial

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.

Downtown Knoxville
Panorama Of Narrow Bridge Crosing Thunderhead Prong In Great Smoky Mountains.

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.

Wears Valley
Photo taken from Ober Gatlinburg, such a beautiful place.

Chalet Village

If you're spending some time in Chalet Village, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ober Mountain are top sights worth seeing.

Chalet Village
The Read House Hotel

The Read House Hotel

4 out of 5
107 West Martin Luther King Blvd Chattanooga TN
The price is HK$1,110 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
HK$1,110
HK$1,388 total
24 Mar - 25 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,379 reviews)
Clean and welcoming. The staff was excellent as well. I would highly recommend.

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

The Read House Hotel
Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

3 out of 5
402 River Rd Gatlinburg TN
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,669 reviews)
This place isn't terrible but there are a few things that need improvement. The shower turned into a bath quickly because the drain was stopped up. The toilet was lopsided because of what appeared to be broken tile underneath. The mini fridge was hot the first day of our stay, then froze our items ...

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
Country Cascades Waterpark Resort

Country Cascades Waterpark Resort

3.5 out of 5
204 Sharon Dr Pigeon Forge TN
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Pigeon Forge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,431 reviews)
Enjoyable, clean, friendly staff.

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Country Cascades Waterpark Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park

Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park

4 out of 5
Gatlinburg TN
Stay at this spa hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,164 reviews)
Clean room and friendly staff.

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park
Deer Ridge Mountain Resort

Deer Ridge Mountain Resort

2.5 out of 5
3710 Weber Rd Gatlinburg TN
Stay at this condo in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Popular attractions Bent Creek Golf Club and Little Pigeon River are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (196 reviews)
I am giving this a lower review for a few reasons, the mattresses were so uncomfortable and the bed frame in the main bedroom rattled like a bunch of chains every single time you would move. Living room furniture was also pretty uncomfortable. Finally the first night we were there, there were strong ...

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Deer Ridge Mountain Resort
Luxe Waterfront Mtn Views Bowling Pool Pickleball

Luxe Waterfront Mtn Views Bowling Pool Pickleball

Sevierville TN
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Sevierville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a water park. Popular attractions Ober Mountain and Next To Heaven ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (32 reviews)
The host was very welcoming. We had a last minute issue come up and they were very responsive and worked with us on our scheduling.

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Luxe Waterfront Mtn Views Bowling Pool Pickleball
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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