Appalachian Mountains
Travel Guide
Visit Appalachian Mountains
Where to stay in Appalachian Mountains
Big Creek
While visiting Big Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Whitman Hollow Marina and Norris Lake.
Downtown Pittsburgh
Discover the urban downtown center, home to historic sites like Point State Park and the Cultural District. Enjoy diverse shopping options and easy access to public transportation, including the "T" light rail and bus networks.
Downtown Gatlinburg
While visiting Downtown Gatlinburg, you might make a stop by sights like Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Gatlinburg SkyPark.
Timberline
If you're spending some time in Timberline, Timberline Four Season Resort and Canaan Valley are top sights worth seeing.
Cherry Lake
While Cherry Lake isn't home to many top sights, Blue Ridge Scenic Railway and Sugar Creek Raceway are some notable places to visit nearby.
Downtown Asheville
Travelers to Downtown Asheville praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Grove Arcade and Pack Square.
The Read House Hotel
We had a great stay at the hotel. The only improvements I would suggest are. 1) the shower head was surprisingly bad - really hard to shower with such little water flow. 2) would have been nice to have a microwave in the room but we survived without it. and 3) there was no obvious place to hang up ...
Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026
The Nittany Lion Inn
I’ve stayed here twice and enjoyed my stay each time. Check in staff was a little short with me but this was the first time it happened. The hotel is mostly run my students and they do a great job.
Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Huntsville Research Park
Clean and suited my needs for a quick business trip. Solo female traveler and felt safe.
Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026
Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park
Very nice place , very clean , there is good secury , shuttle buses inside primeses , this is a top notched hotel!
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026
Deer Ridge Mountain Resort
Perfect , nice view
Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026
The Highlands at Sugar
I only checked two boxes for the search filters, kitchen and fireplace. I did not learn until I called the property to let them know I would be checking in after hours, halfway through my 6 hr drive to the property, that the fireplace was not working. I double-checked the original posting, and there ...
Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026
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.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
America’s most visited national park offers blue mountain ridges, forested hiking trails, a variety of wildlife and bits of Southern mountain history.
Hersheypark
Ride roller coasters in this action-packed candy-themed park filled with thrilling water slides, child-friendly rides and opportunities to dine with actors dressed as Hershey products.
Harrahs Cherokee Casino
Why not roll the dice by visiting Harrahs Cherokee Casino where you can enjoy the games and entertainment of this top casino in Cherokee? Discover the mountain views and casinos in this quaint area.
PNC Park
Root for the Pittsburgh Pirates at this iconic stadium, which blends a timeless ballpark atmosphere with modern amenities.
Biltmore Estate
Wander through gardens and lush grounds, tour the grand mansion and learn about the history of this opulent estate in Asheville, North Carolina.
