Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most visited national park in the country, and Gatlinburg is the perfect place to kick off a day of hiking and wildlife watching in this incredible mountain paradise.
If you'd prefer to stay in town, it's easy to spend an entire day here as well; sample the treats at one of the famous downtown fudge shops, browse the boutiques in The Village, and stop by one of the moonshine distilleries to enjoy a drink.
During the summer, Gatlinburg offers a complimentary open-air shuttle service to bring visitors up and down the downtown Parkway.