Blue Ridge Mountains
Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Blue Ridge Mountains
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 Asheville
Travelers to Downtown Asheville praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Grove Arcade and Pack Square.
Cherry Lake
While Cherry Lake isn't home to many top sights, Blue Ridge Scenic Railway and Sugar Creek Raceway are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Downtown Pigeon Forge
If you're spending some time in Downtown Pigeon Forge, Island at Pigeon Forge and Pigeon Forge Factory Outlet Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Best Western Plaza Inn
Clean and quiet
Reviewed on 2026/2/13
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville
The Compass Resort in Pigeon Forge is a great place to stay! Everything was perfect there, including the accommodations and amenities, the breakfast buffet, and the staff was so helpful and friendly. It has a very nice indoor pool area and we love the island themed decorations that are true to the ...
Reviewed on 2026/2/12
Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination
Yes
Reviewed on 2026/2/9
Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park
Customer service and cleanliness of the property was outstanding!
Reviewed on 2026/2/9
Deer Ridge Mountain Resort
Best resort, very nice clean room. The view was amazing
Reviewed on 2026/2/9
The Highlands at Sugar
The size and accommodations of this stay exceeded my expectations!
Reviewed on 2026/1/25
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Popular places to visit
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
America’s most visited national park offers blue mountain ridges, forested hiking trails, a variety of wildlife and bits of Southern mountain history.
Dollywood
This amusement park owned by country singer Dolly Parton lures fans with its roller coasters and children’s rides, museums and live music and theater shows.
Harrahs Cherokee Casino
Why not roll the dice by visiting Harrahs Cherokee Casino where you can enjoy the games and entertainment of this top casino in Cherokee? Discover the mountain views and casinos in this quaint area.
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
From sharks and stingrays, to penguins and octopus, get close to a colorful collection of tropical sea creatures at this walk-through aquarium.
Biltmore Estate
Wander through gardens and lush grounds, tour the grand mansion and learn about the history of this opulent estate in Asheville, North Carolina.
Island at Pigeon Forge
When you visit Island at Pigeon Forge, a popular shopping spot in Pigeon Forge, you can search for that perfect souvenir. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theater scene.
- Dollywood
- Great Smoky Mountains National Park
- Harrahs Cherokee Casino
- Biltmore Estate
- Shenandoah National Park
- Virginia Tech University
- Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
- Titanic Museum
- Sugar Mountain Resort
- James Madison University
- LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge
- Anakeesta
- Wilderness at the Smokies
- Massanutten Water Park
- Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters
- Luray Caverns
- Appalachian State University
- Gatlinburg SkyPark
- Gatlinburg Convention Center
- Beech Mountain Resort
- Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction
- Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
- Grandfather Mountain
- Cades Cove
- Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park
- Sevierville Convention Center
- Tweetsie Railroad
