Gatlinburg is one of the American South's most famed getaways, located on the Tennessee border to the majestic Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The resort city, which is nestled into the foothills of the Smokies, is easily accessible from Knoxville and is known as a mecca of lively family-friendly tourist attractions, including the acclaimed Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, consistently voted as one of America's top aquariums.
Visitors can ride the Gatlinburg SkyLift to the top of Crockett Mountain for scenic views, ascend the Gatlinburg Space Needle for 360-degree observation deck views, or ride over the mountains on a two-mile aerial cable car journey up to ski resort and amusement park Ober Gatlinburg. Unique family-friendly attractions include the Hollywood Star Cars Museum, and the new Anakeesta mountaintop theme park. During the winter months, the entire city transforms into a beautiful world of lights as part of the annual Winterfest celebration. Gatlinburg Map