East Tennessee Travel Guide
Tourist 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 Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.
Downtown Chattanooga
Travellers to Downtown Chattanooga praise its must-see aquarium. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Tivoli Theatre and Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District.
Downtown Knoxville
Downtown Knoxville is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Bijou Theater or Tennessee Theatre.
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.
Hilton Knoxville
Great breakfast, great location but poor water pressure.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
The Read House Hotel
Great location. Beautiful hotel. Wish the indoor pool was heated.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Wilderness at the Smokies – River Lodge Suites
The woman at the PAID breakfast buffet is RUDE! She should be cleaning rooms and FAR AWAY from direct customer service. Breakfast was a JOKE! I’ve had better food (and service) at a FREE CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST The rooms had been “updated” but in a very poor fashion. The bathtub faucet wasn’t even ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park
Deer Ridge Mountain Resort
Loved everything.Property, timely communication and instructions from the owner and the customer service everything excetional.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg
Room was nice, good parking, all I can really say it’s just sketch. There’s never any worker at the front desk, the only reason I got into my hotel is because some dude went up to us and gave us a number to get into the room. There was a hole in the roof of our showers. The beds are pretty nice. ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Popular places to visit
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
Make time to visit the sea creatures you'll find at Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, and find out why this is a popular attraction in Gatlinburg. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Island at Pigeon Forge
When you visit Island at Pigeon Forge, a popular shopping spot in Pigeon Forge, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home. Amble around this romantic area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Titanic Museum
Study the exhibits at Titanic Museum, a favourite museum in Pigeon Forge. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
University of Tennessee
Explore the campus of University of Tennessee, a top university in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge
Learn about the events happening in LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge during your trip to Pigeon Forge. Amble around this romantic area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Ruby Falls
Explore the great outdoors at Ruby Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Chattanooga. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's beautiful waterfalls.
- Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
- Titanic Museum
- LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge
- Ruby Falls
- Wilderness at the Smokies
- Hamilton Place Mall
- Anakeesta
- Bristol Motor Speedway
- Cades Cove
- Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District
- Gatlinburg Convention Center
- Dollywood's Splash Country
- Neyland Stadium
- Thompson–Boling Arena
- Gatlinburg SkyPark
- Soaky Mountain Waterpark
- Knoxville Zoo
- Lookout Mountain Incline Railway
- Douglas Lake
- East Tennessee State University
- University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
