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, The Melting Pot- Gatlinburg (959 Parkway) and Calhoun's Gatlinburg (1004 Parkway, #121) are great picks.

When to visit Gatlinburg

Gatlinburg in April
Estimated package price
$109
2 travelers
Flight to Gatlinburg
3 nights at hotel
Gatlinburg in April
Estimated package price
$109
2 travelers
Flight to Gatlinburg
3 nights at 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 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 Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 28m.

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 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 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 Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 28m.

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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Airports near Gatlinburg

GSPGreenville
AVLAsheville Regional
TYSKnoxville McGhee Tyson

Airlines serving Gatlinburg

Lufthansa
Good (8,224 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,569 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,210 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,558 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,246 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,645 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,653 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,733 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (951 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,174 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,979 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,594 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,432 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,885 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,040 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,555 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,988 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,459 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,910 reviews)
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Where to stay in Gatlinburg

Average rates range from around $201 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $306 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 $36 to $295 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Gatlinburg are about 144% 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, 2021 reviews)
$167+
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Music Road Resort Hotel and Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 5106 reviews)
$104+
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Country Cascades Waterpark Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 3520 reviews)
$113+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Pigeon Forge
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 2423 reviews)
$96+
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Ramada by Wyndham Pigeon Forge North
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 3827 reviews)
$64+
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Pigeon River Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2519 reviews)
$57+
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Renting a car in Gatlinburg

Renting a car in Gatlinburg costs $72 per day, on average, or $145 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 3% cheaper than airport locations in Gatlinburg.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86. 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 (Hyundai Kona or similar) are, on average, 32% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Gatlinburg costs $72 per day, on average, or $145 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 3% cheaper than airport locations in Gatlinburg.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86. 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 (Hyundai Kona or similar) are, on average, 32% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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