Things to do while in Gatlinburg
- Gatlinburg Sky Park & Skybridge
Ride the Sky Lift up Crockett Mountain and experience the Skybridge — North America’s longest pedestrian suspension bridge — for panoramic mountain views.
- Ober Mountain (Adventure Park & Ski Area)
Ober Mountain offers year-round fun with skiing and snow tubing in winter, and alpine coasters, zip lining, scenic chair lifts, and family attractions the rest of the year. Ride the aerial tram for stunning mountain views!
- Anakeesta
A mountaintop adventure park offering treetop walks, zip lines, gardens, and scenic overlooks.
- Gatlinburg Space Needle
A 407-ft observation tower offering 360° views of the Smokies and downtown. There’s also an arcade and exhibits at the base.
Pro tip: admission gets you two trips up to the observation tower within 24 hours.
Gatlinburg Restaurants
- The Peddler Steakhouse** – Iconic riverfront steakhouse known for custom-cut steaks, rustic charm, and a legendary salad bar.
- Howard’s Restaurant – A Gatlinburg classic serving steaks, burgers, and Southern favorites in a cozy lodge setting.
- Cherokee Grill & Steakhouse** – Upscale mountain lodge atmosphere with hand-cut steaks, trout, and a full bar.
- Best Italian Café & Pizzeria – Local favorite for New York-style pizza, garlic rolls, pasta, and casual Italian dining.
- Pancake Pantry** – Gatlinburg’s first pancake house (since 1960), famous for specialty pancakes, waffles, and hearty breakfasts.
- The Greenbrier Restaurant – Fine dining in a historic lodge; creative entrees, game dishes, and craft cocktails.
- Chesapeake’s Seafood & Raw Bar – Fresh seafood, oysters, and waterfront ambiance in the Smoky Mountains.
- Alamo Steakhouse – Hand-cut, flame-grilled steaks in a rustic Texas-inspired setting.
- The Park Grill** – Family-friendly mountain lodge with steaks, ribs, trout, and a great salad bar.
- Crockett’s Breakfast Camp – Hearty mountain-style breakfasts served in a log-cabin atmosphere.
- Calhoun's - Located right on the Parkway, Calhoun’s blends a mountain-lodge atmosphere with hearty Southern fare. They’re known for smoked BBQ, hand-cut steaks, “The Calhoun’s Trio,” and made-from-scratch sides.
- Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina - a fun, vibrant Tex-Mex cantina in the heart of Gatlinburg, known for its lively rooftop bar with mountain views, signature margaritas, and festive atmosphere.
Gatlinburg Bars
- Ole Red Gatlinburg
- Jason Aldean’s Kitchen & Rooftop Bar
- Shamrock Pub
- Smoky Mountain Brewery
- Puckers Sports Grill
- LandShark Bar & Grill
