East Tennessee, TN
Travel Guide





Visit East Tennessee
Where to stay in East Tennessee

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

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

Downtown Chattanooga
A noteworthy feature of Downtown Chattanooga is its must-see aquarium. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out On The Glory Land Road and Tivoli Theatre.

Downtown Knoxville
Downtown Knoxville boasts a central business district, World's Fair Park, and historical buildings like the Bijou Theatre. Explore the University of Tennessee campus and enjoy the lively Market Square.

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.

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

The Read House Hotel
Yes and we’re in vacation so didn’t need workspace
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026

Country Cascades Waterpark Resort
Staff are very friendly, hotel it’s closed to all fun activities and restaurants.
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
Pool was closed. Other than that we had a Great stay.
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park
Fue una experiencia maravillosa para nosotros el hotel está estupendo un conford y limpieza y un servicio excelente sin duda volveremos el próximo año. Muchas gracias por todo su cariño. Y atención. Gracias
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026

Deer Ridge Mountain Resort
We lived our stay here and will hopefully be returning next year! Kids loved the heated indoor pool we loved the views of the Smokey Mountains from the balcony.
Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026

Deer Ridge Mountain Resort by Jackson Mountain Rentals
The place was very clean and the perfect location to downtown Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. The views were spectacular and we even had a bear sighting!
Reviewed on Nov 9, 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.

Island at Pigeon Forge
You can enjoy retail therapy at Island at Pigeon Forge during your visit to Pigeon Forge. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theater scene.

University of Tennessee
Explore the campus of University of Tennessee, a top college in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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.

Titanic Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Titanic Museum in Pigeon Forge. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Ruby Falls
Explore the great outdoors at Ruby Falls and enjoy the beautiful waterfalls during your trip to Chattanooga. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.




