Hungry for a good reuben? Do not hesitate anymore and visit the Cheese Cupboard and Hofbrauhaus Restaurant in Gatlinburg. The Cheese Cupboard is on the bottom floor of the building and has several different kinds of imported and domestic cheese. Upstairs, however, the building houses the Hofbrauhaus Restaurant, a small restaurant that holds about six [...]
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Cheese Cupboard and Hofbrauhaus Restaurant
Posted in Dining, Gatlinburg, Local Dining on November 8, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Tennessee Heritage Trail
Posted in Environment, Family Fun, Gatlinburg, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Hiking on November 1, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Because Tennessee has such rich culture and heritage, several places in the mountains have been designated as part of the Tennessee Heritage Trail. The trail was created to both preserve and share Tennessee’s culture and is divided into 3 parts. The Arts & Crafts Trail will show visitors the various creations of Tennessee’s past, including [...]
Metcalf Bottoms
Posted in Fall, Family Fun, Gatlinburg, Outdoor on October 29, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Once a family farm, Metcalf Bottoms is now a large picnic area approximately 11 miles from Gatlinburg near the Little River. The picnic area is 24 feet by 60 feet and has a capacity of 70 people. Four grills are just outside the pavilion and there are 15 picnic tables for visitors to sit at. [...]
List of Wineries
Posted in Free Things To Do, Gatlinburg, Indoor, Pigeon Forge on October 28, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
All wineries offer free tours and wine tastings
Smoky Mountain Winery
Winery Square – Suite 2
450 Cherry Street
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Tasting Room: (865) 436-0584
Mountain Valley Vineyards
2174 Parkway
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
(865) 453-6334
Hillside Winery, Inc.
229 Collier Drive
Sevierville, Tennessee 37862
(865) 908-8482
Apple Barn Winery
220 Apple Valley Road
Sevierville, Tennessee 37862
(865) 428-6850
Fall Foliage Report
Posted in Attractions, Fall, Gatlinburg, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Outdoor on October 23, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
A visit to the Smokies is a must in autumn. Mid-October and early November is usually the peak of color, and the best way to see the fall foliage is to reach a high elevation. If you want to drive, try Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail, Newfound Gap or Parsons Branch Road. If you are [...]
Hollywood Star Cars
Posted in Attractions, Family Fun, Gatlinburg on October 22, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
One of the many attractions of Gatlinburg is the Hollywood Star Cars Museum, featuring cars from The Dukes of Hazzard, Gone in 60 Seconds, Back to the Future, Elvis’ Lincoln, Dolly Parton’s Cadillac and many more. Adult tickets are $11.99, Children 6-12 are $6.99, and children under 6 are free. For more information, visit http://www.starcarstn.com.
Bridal Veil Falls
Posted in Family Fun, Free Things To Do, Gatlinburg, Outdoor, Wildlife on October 18, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Want to see a waterfall, but don’t feel like taking the hike? Bridal Veil Falls is one of the only waterfalls you can drive under. The water falls 120 ft over U.S. 64, so you can get a great view without leaving your car. There are other waterfalls in the area, so you can check [...]
Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail
Posted in Free Things To Do, Gatlinburg, Outdoor, Wildlife on October 15, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
If you do not want to hike but still want to experience the wilderness of the Smokies, take a drive! Roaring Fork is perfect for a drive, offering 5 miles of scenic wilderness. You will see everything from old buildings to waterfalls as you drive through the deep forest. If you are planning to visit, [...]
Howard’s Restaurant
Posted in Gatlinburg, Local Dining on October 14, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
If you are looking to enjoy a tasty dinner or a quick lunch, make a trip to Howard’s Restaurant in Gatlinburg. Open seven days a week, Howard’s promises to offer great food, great prices, and a great time. Howard’s specializes in a famous brunch menu that includes steak and eggs and a frittata omelet casserole. [...]
Ghost Stories in The Smokies
Posted in Attractions, Events, Fall, Family Fun, Gatlinburg, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, History, Outdoor on October 4, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
This October, prepare yourself for bone chilling stories during the Ghost Walk of Gatlinburg. Though this event doesn’t have masked ghouls and chainsaws making you scream throughout the walk, the stories themselves paint the frightening picture of the past 100 years of murder and mayhem in Gatlinburg and The Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This [...]
List of Mini-Golf Places
Posted in Family Fun, Gatlinburg, Outdoor, Pigeon Forge on September 25, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Walden’s Landing Firehouse Glf
2528 Parkway
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
(865) 908-9131
Tree House Golf & Games
3535 Parkway
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863-3809
(865) 429-8008
Ripley’s Old Mac Donald’s Farm
1639 Parkway
Sevierville, TN 37862-2851
(865) 428-1699
Ripley’s Davy Crockett Golf
200 Parkway
Gatlinburg, TN 37738-5149
(865) 430-8851
Hillbilly Golf
340 Parkway
Gatlinburg, TN 37738-4962
(865) 436-7470
Old Gatlinburg Golf & Games
716 Parkway # 208
Gatlinburg, TN 37738-3228
(865) 430-4653
Camp Thunder Fun Center
542 Parkway
Gatlinburg, TN 37738-3202
(865) 430-7223
Gift Warehouse
653 Parkway
Gatlinburg, TN 37738-3203
(865) 436-3972
Masters [...]
Taste of Autumn
Posted in Attractions, Dining, Gatlinburg on September 9, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
For over a decade, Gatlinburg has hosted the Taste of Autumn festival, where visitors can taste the best that over 20 Gatlinburg eateries can whip up. The festival gives visitors the opportunity to pay a little to try a dish they may not be willing to try full price for. Hard Rock Café, Damon’s Grill, [...]
Old Fashioned Wagon Rides
Posted in Culture, Fall, Family Fun, Gatlinburg, Outdoor on September 1, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
A great way to see all that Gatlinburg has to offer in the Fall is to take a tour by old-fashioned wagon rides. From September 1- October 29, wagon rides are available for the whole family. Rides run from 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and leave about every 45 minutes throughout the [...]
Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival
Posted in Arts & Crafts, Fall, Family Fun, Gatlinburg, Outdoor on August 31, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
The Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival is a great place to experience the culture of Gatlinburg. The festival runs from September 18 to October 31. During the festival, the storekeepers decorate their windows with the colors of autumn and the town of Gatlinburg provides several arts and crafts such as weaving, candle making, pottery, woodcarving, and [...]
List of Go-Kart Places
Posted in Attractions, Family Fun, Gatlinburg, local on August 27, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Get ready for a race when you visit the mountains! Here is a list of a few go-kart tracks in the area:
Lazer Port Fun Center
Smoky Mountain Fun
Nascar Speed Park
Rockin’ Raceway
Ripley’s Aquarium
Posted in Attractions, Family Fun, Gatlinburg on August 26, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
You would not think you can see bears and deer in the same place you can see sharks and stingrays, but you can in the mountains! Ripley’s Aquarium in the Smokies has more fish than the number of people in Gatlinburg. When you visit, you will see more than 350 species of aquatic life as [...]
Earthquake: The Ride
Posted in Attractions, Family Fun, Gatlinburg on August 25, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
When traveling in Gatlinburg, adventure seekers should stop and try Earthquake: The Ride. After entering a makeshift subway stations and being buckled into the seat, riders will experience the shakes and thrills of an earthquake. With amazing sights, sounds, motion and live action destruction, the ride gives tourists a one-of-a-kind experience, and even when it [...]
History of Gatlinburg
Posted in Attractions, Gatlinburg, History on August 23, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Want to enjoy a relaxing weekend filled with beautiful sights as well as great shopping and a colorful history? Gatlinburg provides all of the above and more. The Oglesby family from South Carolina was the first family to settle Gatlinburg in the early 19th century. They changed their last name to Ogle and built a [...]
Gatlinburg Fun Fort
Posted in Attractions, Family Fun, Gatlinburg on August 13, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
When you’re on vacation it can be hard to find entertainment to make everybody happy. But at Gatlinburg Fun Fort there is something fun for everyone and at an affordable value. Located in the center of downtown Gatlinburg, the Fun Fort has 10 indoor and outdoor activities to choose from so you can fun rain [...]
Wild Plum Tea Room
Posted in Dining, Gatlinburg, Local Dining on August 5, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
A favorite among locals and visitors, the Wild Plum Tea Room in Gatlinburg, Tenn. serves up delicate lunches in a charming atmosphere. This lovely tea room has items on its menu that includes house salads, specialty sandwiches, wild plum muffins, wild plum tea and delectable desserts such as hummingbird cake, brownie delight and coconut cheese [...]
Summer Faculty Exhibition at Arrowmont
Posted in Arts & Crafts, Gatlinburg on July 24, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts, located in Gatlinburg, is known for its programs, classes and workshops that cover all kinds of artwork from ceramics to woodworking. Artists from all over the world display their different kinds of art in this gallery throughout the summer. Each faculty artist showcased offers a workshop for their admirers [...]
McCutchin’s Brass Restaurant
Posted in Dining, Gatlinburg, Local Dining on July 7, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
McCutchin’s Brass Restaurant is apart of a casual dining experience that serves their famous soup and cornbread sticks. Established in 1968, they are still going strong with the Panini sandwiches and wraps and traditional entrée’s. They open at 11 a.m. and are located on the Parkway in Gatlinburg.
Gatlinburg 4th of July Midnight Parade
Posted in Events, Family Fun, Free Things To Do, Gatlinburg, Summer on July 3, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Be one of the first to celebrate Independence Day at Gatlinburg’s 34th Annual 4th of July Midnight Parade.
This year, the parade will be led by a recreation of President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s motorcade through Gatlinburg when he dedicated the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in 1940. The reenactment will include cars, costumes, and motorcycles from [...]
Water Rides at Ober Gatlinburg
Posted in Family Fun, Gatlinburg, Outdoor, Waterpark on June 23, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Ober Gatlinburg offers guests a lot more than just winter activities. In the summer, there is plenty to entertain you and your family as well. With offerings like a year-round amusement park, a high bank go-cart track, and tree water raft slides who wouldn’t love it? One of the rides is the Alpine Slide, an 1800 [...]
The Maddron Bald Trail
Posted in Gatlinburg, Maps & Alternate Routes on June 22, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
The Maddron Bald trail in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park provides the perfect two-night camping trip for those who love the outdoors. The Trail begins on an old logging trail and continues through an old virgin forest, streams, and historical homelands. The Baxter Cabin has been refurbished to exhibit what a typical home looked [...]
Civil War Reenactment
Posted in Attractions, Free Things To Do, Gatlinburg, History, Outdoor on June 18, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
The 2009 Gatlinburg Living History Civil War Reenactment will be held June 13th through 15th at Mills Park. This historical event will feature period performers that will capture the events of the “Battle of Burg Hill.” One of the most popular features of the event is the Cannon Drill and live music. So bring your [...]
A Taste of Tennessee
Posted in Dining, Downtown Gatlinburg, Gatlinburg, Local Dining, Prepared Meals on June 14, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
For some local Southern falvor, Calhouns restaurant in the place to go. Located in the Calhoun’s Village in Gatlinburg, Calhoun’s is offers a variety of delicious food and micro-brewed beers. The atmosphere inside the restaurant is perfect for enjoying a nice dinner with friends, family, or just on a date. The unique flavors in the [...]
Staying in the Smokies?
Posted in Cabin Rentals, Gatlinburg on June 2, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
The Great Smoky Mountains can be best experienced by renting one of the many cabins located within the mountains. You can relax in the serene environment of the mountains, while taking in the amazing views. Escape the fast paced city life and take it easy on the porch of one of our tranquil cabins. For [...]
The Aerial Tram Way, Gatlinburg, TN
Posted in Attractions, Gatlinburg, Photo Opportunity on May 31, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Visitors can enjoy high, unobstructed views of the Great Smoky Mountains and Gatlinburg as they ride the aerial tram at Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort & Amusement Park. This very large aerial tramway carries about 120 passengers from downtown Gatlinburg to Ober Gatlinburg throughout the day. Visitors don’t have to worry about parking on the mountain [...]
Golfing in The Smokies
Posted in Family Fun, Gatlinburg, Sports on May 26, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Whether you are a beginner or a pro, the beauty and challenge of the Smoky Mountain golf courses will make you want to play here year round. The terrain-rich courses are receiving outstanding reviews. These courses offer golfers of all skill levels an interesting game, players have to hit the ball uphill, downhill, and on [...]
