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.
Where to Eat in Gatlinburg
If you’re looking for affordable options, The Park Grill (1110 Parkway) and Ole Red Gatlinburg (511 Parkway) are great picks.
When to visit Gatlinburg
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″.
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 28 miles 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 20m.
Car
Another option to get to Gatlinburg is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 144 miles from Gatlinburg. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Hertz, among others, in Atlanta.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gatlinburg, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Wanda Coach. From Atlanta, the bus ride to Gatlinburg takes 305 miles and will cost you around $37. From Trotwood, the ticket costs about $53 for a journey of 420 miles.
Airlines serving Gatlinburg
Where to stay in Gatlinburg
Average rates range from around $229 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $294 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Laurel Inn Condominium and Gatlinburg River Inn.
Where to stay in popular areas of Gatlinburg
Most booked hotels in Gatlinburg
Renting a car in Gatlinburg
Renting a car in Gatlinburg costs $86 per day, on average, or $172 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 $3.82 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 $45.88 and $61.17. The most frequently booked car type in Gatlinburg is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Fiat 500 or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.