6 days in Gatlinburg Itinerary

Nestled in the lush, wooded forests of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Gatlinburg is Tennessee’s premier mountain resort destination.

Attractions like Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and River Rafting & Tubing make great kid-friendly stops. Go for a jaunt from Gatlinburg to Great Smoky Mountains National Park to see Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail about 34 minutes away. There's still lots to do: explore the wealth of natural beauty at Great Smoky Mountains National Park, make a splash at Dollywood, stroll around Chimneys Picnic Area, and whizz through the canopy at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks.

To see more things to do, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Gatlinburg holiday maker site.

In June, daily temperatures in Gatlinburg can reach 86°F, while at night they dip to 66°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sun) to allow enough time to travel back home.