Explore Gatlinburg, TN

Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Voted TripAdvisor's No. 1 aquarium, this 1.4 million-gallon saltwater aquarium has thousands of exotic sea creatures and amazing 12-foot sharks visible from an underwater tunnel. New in 2010: Penguin Playhouse, a unique indoor/outdoor exhibit of African Penguins.

Nearby Attractions

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Eat & Drink

Breweries, Distilleries, & Wineries

Sugarland Cellars Winery

Our winery is full of the unique history and heritage of the Great Smoky Mountains. Join us today for a free wine tasting and tour!  Enjoy our authentic Tennessee wine made right here in the Smokies!

Breweries, Distilleries, & Wineries

Little Bear Winery

A winery for everyone's palate! Whether you like dry or sweet wines, Little Bear Winery has something for everyone.

Breweries, Distilleries, & Wineries

Gatlinburg Wine Trail

Gatlinburg Wine Trail is the newest wine trail in the Smokies! Grab a passport and visit up to 5 select wineries in the Gatlinburg area for free tastings and gifts!

Places to Stay

Cabins & Chalets

Treehouse Grove at Norton Creek

8 Unique Treehouse Built by Treehouse Master Pete Nelson

Campgrounds & RV Parks

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Elevate your vacation experience - from romantic getaways to family reunions or anything in between - let our wide selection of condos and cabins fit your every need!

Condos & Vacation Rentals

Jackson Mountain Rentals

Elevate your vacation experience - from romantic getaways to family reunions or anything in between - let our wide selection of condos and cabins fit your every need!

Things to Do

Outdoor Activities

Gatlinburg SkyPark

Home of the record-breaking Gatlinburg SkyBridge- North America's longest pedestrian cable bridge

Marvel at 12-foot sharks, sawfish and Sally, the giant green sea turtle!

Zoos & Aquariums