The park's mountains, waterfalls, wildlife, and forests have earned it recognition on a global scale.
Clingmans Dome Observation Tower
Visitors frequently gather at the Clingmans Dome Observation Tower to view sunrises and sunsets over the Smoky Mountains.
Drive the Cades Cove Loop Road
Unhurried driving is permitted on the 11-mile, one-way circular road that circles the cove.
Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies
An incredible attraction is Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, which has cutting-edge equipment and over 10,000 unique marine species in ten themed exhibits.
Anakeesta
Award-winning Anakeesta is a theme park where you may spend a few hours or the entire day.
Gatlinburg SkyLift and SkyBridge
The Gatlinburg SkyBridge is the most distinctive attraction in the Smokies and the longest pedestrian cable bridge in North America.
Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail
The Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail is a 6-mile, one-way scenic circle that offers a lot of views of mountains and streams.
Great Smoky Arts and Craft Community
The biggest group of independent artists in North America is represented by the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community.
Adventure at Nantahala Outdoor Center
At the southern end of the Gatlinburg Strip, the 18,000 square foot Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC) is the biggest and closest outfitter to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Hollywood Star Cars Museum
One of Gatlinburg's biggest attractions is the Hollywood Star Cars Museum.