Eastern Tennessee Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

driving by overlooks along blue ridge parkway
driving by overlooks along blue ridge parkway
Sunset above the clouds
Great hike!
Point Park has epic views of Chattanooga and the surrounding area. Tons of hiking trails and history.

Where to stay in Eastern Tennessee

Fall at Honey Creek Loop Trail at Big South Fork National Recreation Area in central Tennessee

Big Creek

While visiting Big Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Whitman Hollow Marina and Norris Lake.

Big Creek
A panoramic view of downtown Gatlinburg, Tennessee

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
Downtown Knoxville Tennessee Drone Skyline Aerial

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.

Downtown Knoxville
Panorama Of Narrow Bridge Crosing Thunderhead Prong In Great Smoky Mountains.

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.

Wears Valley
chattanooga skyline with blue hour and sunset

Downtown Chattanooga

4/5(14 area reviews)

Travellers to Downtown Chattanooga praise its must-see aquarium. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by On The Glory Land Road and Tivoli Theatre.

Downtown Chattanooga
Photo taken from Ober Gatlinburg, such a beautiful place.

Chalet Village

If you're spending some time in Chalet Village, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ober Mountain are top sights worth seeing.

Chalet Village
Comfort Inn & Suites Knoxville West

Comfort Inn & Suites Knoxville West

2.5 out of 5
7737 Kingston Pike Knoxville TN
The price is 2.192.781 ₫ per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
2.192.781 ₫
2.592.963 ₫ total
4 Mar - 5 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (966 reviews)
Old & outdated smells of mildew & mold growing in bathroom

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Comfort Inn & Suites Knoxville West
The Read House Hotel

The Read House Hotel

4 out of 5
107 West Martin Luther King Blvd Chattanooga TN
The price is 2.640.197 ₫ per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
2.640.197 ₫
3.196.996 ₫ total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chattanooga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,374 reviews)
Loved it great for a quick family getaway

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

The Read House Hotel
Best Western Plaza Inn

Best Western Plaza Inn

2.5 out of 5
3755 Parkway Pigeon Forge TN
The price is 1.926.989 ₫ per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
1.926.989 ₫
2.163.074 ₫ total
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pigeon Forge. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,235 reviews)
We were pleased with everything. Rooms were clean, staff was helpful. My grandson was disappointed there was no kiddie pool. Condition of the premises was good. It is an older hotel but has been maintained well. Carlos & Aneshia were very helpful & accommodating at checkin. Breakfast was good. Some ...

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Best Western Plaza Inn
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.
Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park

Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park

4 out of 5
Gatlinburg TN
Stay at this spa hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,157 reviews)
Very nice place , very clean , there is good secury , shuttle buses inside primeses , this is a top notched hotel!

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park
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 Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Popular attractions Bent Creek Golf Club and Little Pigeon River are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (191 reviews)
Perfect , nice view

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Deer Ridge Mountain Resort
Viewpoint Condominiums

Viewpoint Condominiums

3.5 out of 5
448 Day Springs Rd Pigeon Forge TN
Stay at this apartment in Pigeon Forge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and meeting facilities. Popular attractions Dollywood and Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (266 reviews)
The bed room doors would not close and stay close

Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

Viewpoint Condominiums
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.

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