Visit Downtown Waynesville
Popular places to visit

Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
Learn about the events happening at Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center during your trip to Waynesville. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Cataloochee Valley
Spot elk and visit historic buildings while camping, driving and hiking in the tranquil countryside of the Great Smoky Mountains.
LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography
You can spend time exploring the galleries in LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography during your trip to Waynesville. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront, or seek out the golf courses.
Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance
Explore the great outdoors at Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance, a lovely green space in Waynesville. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area, or enjoy its golf courses.
Lake Junaluska Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Waynesville at Lake Junaluska Golf Course. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Smoky Mountain Jumphouse
Catch an event at Smoky Mountain Jumphouse, and enjoy other activities in Waynesville such as golfing. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Downtown Waynesville Hotel Deals

Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination
Clean Room Pleasant staff Quiet room quick elevators indoor pool. All around Great stay.
Reviewed on 2025/11/19

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
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Reviewed on 2025/11/18

Cherokee Grand Hotel
Staff was friendly & helpful. Room was perfect. Location, close to Casino.
Reviewed on 2025/11/20

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG
I enjoyed my stay, nice walk to the Casino and store
Reviewed on 2025/11/16

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
Yes the room was spotless and the customer service was excellent
Reviewed on 2025/11/20

Newfound Lodge on the river
Nice view from balcony rooms are clean, only two problems, no decent chairs to sit in and the toilet is extremely low. Other than that, it was a good place to stay.
Reviewed on 2025/11/11
Other neighborhoods around Downtown Waynesville

Frog Level
Though Frog Level might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Balsam Spa and Lake Junaluska Golf Course.

Hazelwood
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hazelwood and surrounding area, you can visit Balsam Spa and Lake Junaluska Golf Course.

Apple Creek Acres
When in Apple Creek Acres, you can plan a visit to Queen's Farm Stables and Wheels Through Time Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ridgewood Estates
While Ridgewood Estates isn't home to many top sights, Balsam Spa and Lake Junaluska Golf Course are some notable places to visit nearby.

Crestview Pointe
While Crestview Pointe might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Balsam Spa.

Countryside Acres
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Countryside Acres and surrounding area, you can visit Queen's Farm Stables and Wheels Through Time Museum.
Downtown Waynesville, NC
- LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography
- Great Smoky Mountains National Park
- Harrahs Cherokee Casino
- Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
- Museum of the Cherokee Indian
- Soco Falls
- Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama
- Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
- Tube World
- Sliding Rock
- Cherokee Welcome Center
- Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance
- Mingo Falls
- Eastern Cherokee Agency
- Maggie Valley Gem Mine
- Lake Junaluska Golf Course
- Smoky Mountain Jumphouse
- Cherokee Mountainside Theatre
- Cold Mountain




