15 Unique Things To Do in the Smoky Mountains ⛳


Looking for Something Unique Found Only in the Smokies

We come to the Smokies – or any vacation destination – for different reasons. Some of us want the familiar. We want to return to the places our parents took us or revisit the spots where our family made its best memories to see if we can recreate them.

Conversely, some of us want to spend our vacation chasing something new. A new experience we’ve never done. Maybe try food we’ve never tasted before....



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11 Best Places to Eat in Gatlinburg

So, where do the locals like to eat in Gatlinburg? We break down our favorite places...

13 Best Restaurants in Sevierville

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10 Taste-Tested Eateries in Pigeon Forge

Explore some of the best "home-cooking" in the Smokies. A local's guide...

Discover Dolly Parton's Favorite Restaurant

If it's good enough for Dolly, it must be worth the trip. Check it out for yourself...


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