

Things to do in Gatlinburg
Gatlinburg is the front door to Great Smoky Mountains National Park: guided hikes to waterfalls, Cades Cove wildlife loops, ziplines, whitewater rafting on the Pigeon River and moonshine tastings in town. Trailhead transport is the main logistics question.
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What are the best things to do in Gatlinburg?
Outty ranks 27 bookable experiences in Gatlinburg, United States. The highest scoring is The Ultimate Wine, Shine & Bourbon Experience at 85 out of 100, followed by The "Classic" National Park Tour, Mountaintop Zipline 2-Hours Activity, The Escape Game: 60-Minute Adventures in Gatlinburg. Prices start at $7 per person and 0 experiences score 90 or above, putting them in the Outty 90+ Club. April to June and October for autumn colour.
- Ranked experiences
- 27
- In the 90+ Club
- 0
- From
- $7 per person
- Bookable today
- 27
Most Popular in Gatlinburg
The experiences travelers book most right now.


2 hour Extended Ghost and Haunt Tour of Gatlinburg
Most Highly Reviewed in Gatlinburg
Highest traveler sentiment with enough reviews to trust it.
Last Minute in Gatlinburg
Confirmed availability today or tomorrow.

The Ultimate Wine, Shine & Bourbon Experience

The "Classic" National Park Tour

Mountaintop Zipline 2-Hours Activity

The Escape Game: 60-Minute Adventures in Gatlinburg

2 hour Extended Ghost and Haunt Tour of Gatlinburg

High Points Driving Tour
Family Friendly in Gatlinburg
Works with children in tow, by age policy and pacing.

Mountaintop Zipline 2-Hours Activity

The Escape Game: 60-Minute Adventures in Gatlinburg

Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride

Get in the holiday spirit with a scavenger hunt by Holly Jolly in Gatlinburg

Ghosts of Gatlinburg

Gatlinburg Street Legal UTV Rental
Food & Drink in Gatlinburg
Food tours, tastings, markets and dinner experiences.
Culture & History in Gatlinburg
Museums, landmarks and stories behind the streets.

The Ultimate Wine, Shine & Bourbon Experience

The "Classic" National Park Tour

Mountaintop Zipline 2-Hours Activity

2 hour Extended Ghost and Haunt Tour of Gatlinburg

5 Hour Tour of the Mountain Heritage of Cades Cove

Gatlinburg Ghosts of The Smokies Most Haunted Tour
Outdoors in Gatlinburg
Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

The "Classic" National Park Tour

Mountaintop Zipline 2-Hours Activity

The Escape Game: 60-Minute Adventures in Gatlinburg

2 hour Extended Ghost and Haunt Tour of Gatlinburg

High Points Driving Tour

5 Hour Tour of the Mountain Heritage of Cades Cove
Nightlife in Gatlinburg
After dark: bars, shows and evening cruises.

The Escape Game: 60-Minute Adventures in Gatlinburg

2 hour Extended Ghost and Haunt Tour of Gatlinburg

Gatlinburg Ghosts of The Smokies Most Haunted Tour

Grave Intentions Ghost Tour

Spirits in the Smokies
Planning questions about Gatlinburg
- What are the best things to do in Gatlinburg?
- The Ultimate Wine, Shine & Bourbon Experience is the highest ranked experience in Gatlinburg, scoring 85 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 442 traveler reviews. The "Classic" National Park Tour, Mountaintop Zipline 2-Hours Activity, The Escape Game: 60-Minute Adventures in Gatlinburg, 2 hour Extended Ghost and Haunt Tour of Gatlinburg round out the top five. Outty ranks 27 bookable experiences in Gatlinburg, United States, and 0 of them score 90 or above.
- How much do activities in Gatlinburg cost?
- The median price across everything we rank in Gatlinburg is $46 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $7 on Gatlinburg Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.
- Can I book something in Gatlinburg for today?
- Yes. 27 of the 27 experiences we rank in Gatlinburg currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.
- Is Gatlinburg good for families?
- Yes. 6 of the experiences we rank in Gatlinburg are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.
- How many days do you need in Gatlinburg?
- Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
- When is the best time to visit Gatlinburg?
- April to June and October for autumn colour. Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
- Can I cancel a booking in Gatlinburg?
- 26 of the 27 experiences we rank in Gatlinburg offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.
- How does the Outty Ranking work?
- Every experience in Gatlinburg gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Gatlinburg so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.