A Look At Downtown Gatlinburg

Although Gatlinburg is an area that is well known for its rugged terrain, beautiful natural scenery and The Great Smoky Mountains National Park, that's not all there is to this Tennessee city. Downtown Gatlinburg has a lot to offer as well. For example, if you want to visit the Ober Ski Resort and Amusement Park, there is an aerial tram that can transport 120 passengers from the downtown area to the resort while giving them a spectacular view. The area boasts all kinds of fun attractions for all ages to enjoy.

For example, one of the most popular attractions is the Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. This is located very close to the Edgewater Hotel, right in the middle of the downtown area. This aquarium boasts an amazing variety of undersea life. There are sharks, tropical fish, sting rays, Amazonian creatures and much more. And coming soon, there will be a penguin exhibit as well. This aquarium is a wonderland for all ages and you can easily spend hours there. Ripley's also has a variety of other museums downtown such as Ripley's Believe It Or Not, Ripley's Haunted Adventure and Ripley's Marvelous Mirror Maze and Candy Factory.

Also located downtown are attractions like Earthquake, a simulation ride. The Hollywood Wax Museum is also in the area. There are several miniature golf courses as well as traditional golf you can enjoy. The mini golf courses offer fun extras like black light play and theme holes. For a taste of adrenaline, try Gatlinburg Ziplines Family Adventure. Also downtown is the Guinness World Records Museum. Paranormal enthusiasts will love Hauntings – A Live Ghost Show, Ghost Haunts Tours and Ripley's Haunted Adventure.

And let's not forget about the dining and shopping available in downtown Gatlinburg. There are shopping malls, small boutiques and specialty stores. And of course, the museums and attractions usually offer souvenir sales or have gift shops. When it comes to dining, you can find everything from fast food to five star cuisine. Many people don't realize what an energetic, activity packed city downtown Gatlinburg is, but you will once you visit. If you get tired of the downtown area, there is plenty of wilderness to explore. You can go hiking, fishing, camping or enjoy other outdoor activities in a woodsy cabin or the National Park.

 






 

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Gatlinburg conference to bring in experts on life on the Smokies - The Mountain Press

Gatlinburg conference to bring in experts on life on the Smokies
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GATLINBURG EUR” The search for life in Great Smoky Mountains National Park will be celebrated March 22-24, hosted by Discover Life in America. The All Taxa Biodiversity Inventory Conference brings experts and volunteers from around the world to the .

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Gatlinburg's Perryman named Fire Educator of the Year - The Mountain Press

Gatlinburg's Perryman named Fire Educator of the Year
The Mountain Press
Amanda Perryman, fire prevention officer for the Gatlinburg Fire Department, was named Fire Educator of the Year by the Tennessee State Fire Marshal's Office. She was honored for her dedication to educate the public about the hazard of fire.

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Gatlinburg receives a layer of snow - WBIR-TV

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Gatlinburg receives a layer of snow
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East Tennessee didn't get a White Christmas, but people in Gatlinburg will take a velvety white Valentine's Day weekend. Mary Flexser didn't mind the snowy Saturday. "I love it," she said. "I was hoping for it." This Middle Tennessean was celebrating .

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Gatlinburg man publishes first novel - The Mountain Press

Gatlinburg man publishes first novel
The Mountain Press
. he learned to swim in northern Lake Michigan where his family spent their summers in Charlevoix. Currently Urdan is working on his master's degree while waiting tables at both the Hard Rock CafĂ in Gatlinburg and Cracker Barrel in Pigeon Forge.

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Popular Wedding and Honeymoon Destination Launches Nationwide Search to Crown . - MarketWatch (press release)

Popular Wedding and Honeymoon Destination Launches Nationwide Search to Crown .
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GATLINBURG, Tenn., Feb. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- The Smoky Mountain destination of Gatlinburg, Tenn. is conducting a nationwide search for one couple to be crowned Mr. and Mrs. Gatlinburg. Young or old, whether you've been married 50 years .

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