Blue Ridge Mountains

Travel Guide

Shenandoah National Park featuring forests, mountains and a sunset
Shenandoah National Park which includes mountains, forest scenes and a cascade
Shenandoah National Park featuring mountains and hiking or walking as well as a small group of people
Natural Bridge Virginia featuring a park and a river or creek
Doyles River Falls

Where to stay in Blue Ridge Mountains

Gatlinburg showing landscape views and autumn leaves

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.

Downtown Gatlinburg
Asheville

Downtown Asheville

4.5/5(969 area reviews)

Travelers to Downtown Asheville praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Pack Square and Wicked Weed Brewing.

Downtown Asheville
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Chalet Village

4.5/5(46 area reviews)

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.

Chalet Village
WonderWorks which includes interior views as well as an individual male

Downtown Pigeon Forge

If you're spending some time in Downtown Pigeon Forge, Island at Pigeon Forge and Pigeon Forge Factory Outlet Mall are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Pigeon Forge
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The Woods

If you're spending some time in The Woods, The Woods Resort Mountain View Course and The Woods Resort Stony Lick Course are top sights worth seeing.

The Woods
I search for interesting businesses in the middle of nowhere. Hole is in an isolated area of the go to city of Asheville,NC. Go here for your donuts.

West Asheville

The picture-perfect mountain views and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to West Asheville. A stop by New Belgium Brewing Company or Asheville Treetops Adventure Park might round out your trip.

West Asheville
Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

3 out of 5
402 River Rd, Gatlinburg, TN
The price is ₩186,384 per night from Aug 13 to Aug 14
₩186,384
₩210,151 total
Aug 13 - Aug 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,175 reviews)
"Elevators are a big issue only problem we had"

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort

4 out of 5
777 Casino Drive, Cherokee, NC
The price is ₩117,680 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
₩117,680
₩183,501 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cherokee. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,998 reviews)
"Had a great time at Whiskey myers concert, arena was set up perfectly."

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort
The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

4 out of 5
705 Cherokee Orchard Road, Gatlinburg, TN
The price is ₩140,626 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
₩140,626
₩158,556 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,780 reviews)
"stunning views, great pool and service, comfortable beds and pillows"

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg
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Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg

Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg

3 out of 5
315 East Pkwy, Gatlinburg, TN
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and ...
6.2/10 (89 reviews)
"Very nice stay for the price. Newly renovated, simple and clean."

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg
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 WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Bent Creek Golf Club and Little Pigeon River are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (41 reviews)
"Room clean and well equipped."

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Deer Ridge Mountain Resort
Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park

Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park

4 out of 5
Gatlinburg
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,096 reviews)
"The property was great. It felt like a decently modern cabin in the woods. The people working there are absolutely amazing. Super friendly and curteous. The location is quite easy to find, it is quite steep up the hill. Every hotel we stay I try to give a review based on 3 things. 1. Hospitality, ..."

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park
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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.

Popular places to visit

Dollywood which includes signage and rides

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.

Dollywood
Great Smoky Mountains National Park featuring tranquil scenes, a house and forest scenes

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.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Biltmore Estate featuring a park, a statue or sculpture and interior views

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.

Biltmore Estate
Harrahs Cherokee Casino

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.

Harrahs Cherokee Casino
Shenandoah National Park showing a river or creek and forests as well as a couple

Shenandoah National Park

Blue ridges fill your view as you gaze over the many acres of tree-covered wilderness in this peaceful Virginia park.

Shenandoah National Park
Virginia Tech University

Virginia Tech University

Enjoy the collegiate vibe around Virginia Tech University, a top college in Blacksburg. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Virginia Tech University

Cities near Blue Ridge Mountains

Roanoke showing street scenes and heritage elements

Roanoke

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Lenoir

Photo by Jennifer Fesperman

Black Mountain

Photo by Jessie Lewis

Shippensburg