Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Gatlinburg travel guide

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You're Going to Love Gatlinburg

With a population of 3.944, Gatlinburg is a must-see destination in Tennessee, United States. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Gatlinburg deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Gatlinburg

If you’re looking for affordable options, Chesapeake’s Restaurant - Gatlinburg (437 Parkway) and Cherokee Grill and Steakhouse (1002 Parkway) are great picks.

When to visit Gatlinburg

Gatlinburg in February
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gatlinburg in February
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Gatlinburg in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 26.6 °F, with an average temperature of 37.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 6.1″. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Gatlinburg, with an average rainfall of 2.9″.

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How to Get to Gatlinburg

Plane

Although Gatlinburg doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS), which is located 44 km from Gatlinburg. Greenville is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Gatlinburg departs from Jacksonville and takes around 1h 19m.

Car

Another option to get to Gatlinburg is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 232 km from Gatlinburg. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Plane

Although Gatlinburg doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS), which is located 44 km from Gatlinburg. Greenville is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Gatlinburg departs from Jacksonville and takes around 1h 19m.

Car

Another option to get to Gatlinburg is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 232 km from Gatlinburg. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Airports near Gatlinburg

GSPGreenville
AVLAsheville Regional
TYSKnoxville McGhee Tyson

Airlines serving Gatlinburg

KLM
Good (1,425 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,602 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,549 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,010 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,071 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,038 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,680 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,432 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,065 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,500 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,493 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (875 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,591 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,383 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (903 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (373 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,904 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,475 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,889 reviews)
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Where to stay in Gatlinburg

Average rates range from around $186 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $311 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Laurel Inn Condominium and Carr's Northside Hotel and Cottages. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Gatlinburg, with prices from $21 to $949 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Gatlinburg are about 22% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Gatlinburg by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Gatlinburg

Most booked hotels in Gatlinburg

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Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
4 stars
Excellent (9.5, 1846 reviews)
$141+
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Dollywood's DreamMore Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 2083 reviews)
$190+
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Riverstone Condo Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 1999 reviews)
$167+
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Margaritaville Island Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 2457 reviews)
$90+
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Country Cascades Waterpark Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 2523 reviews)
$81+
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The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2636 reviews)
$97+
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Renting a car in Gatlinburg

Renting a car in Gatlinburg costs $72 per day, on average, or $144 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 8% more expensive than at Knoxville McGhee Tyson.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Gatlinburg (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Gatlinburg is Full-size (Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar) are, on average, 44% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Gatlinburg costs $72 per day, on average, or $144 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 8% more expensive than at Knoxville McGhee Tyson.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Gatlinburg (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Gatlinburg is Full-size (Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar) are, on average, 44% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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