Where to stay in Eastern Tennessee
Downtown Chattanooga
A noteworthy feature of Downtown Chattanooga is its must-see aquarium. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Tennessee Aquarium and Tivoli Theatre.
Downtown Knoxville
Downtown Knoxville boasts a central business district, World's Fair Park, and historical buildings like the Bijou Theatre. Explore the University of Tennessee campus and enjoy the lively Market Square.
Chalet Village
If you're spending some time in Chalet Village, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park are top sights worth seeing.
Lakeside Estates
While Lakeside Estates might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Sugar Hollow Marina and Whitman Hollow Marina.
East Ridge
Catch a soccer match at CHI Memorial Stadium, explore Camp Jordan park, or play at Pioneer Frontover Playground with a splash pad. Don't miss the East Ridge City Library and History Center.
Lookout Valley Neighborhood Association
If you're spending some time in Lookout Valley Neighborhood Association, Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Tennessee River are top sights worth seeing.
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Popular places to visit
Dollywood
This amusement park owned by country singer Dolly Parton lures fans with its roller coasters and children’s rides, museums and live music and theater shows.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
America’s most visited national park offers blue mountain ridges, forested hiking trails, a variety of wildlife and bits of Southern mountain history.
Harrahs Cherokee Casino
Why not roll the dice by visiting Harrahs Cherokee Casino where you can enjoy the games and entertainment of this top casino in Cherokee? Discover the mountain views and casinos in this quaint area.
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
From sharks and stingrays, to penguins and octopus, get close to a colorful collection of tropical sea creatures at this walk-through aquarium.
University of Tennessee
Explore the campus of University of Tennessee, a top college in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Titanic Museum
Explore the exhibits at Titanic Museum, a favorite museum in Pigeon Forge. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Pigeon Forge: Titanic Museum Advance Purchase Ticket
Hit Parade TimeWarp Jukebox at Grand Majestic Theater
Read travel guides and advice on visiting Eastern Tennessee
- Dollywood
- Great Smoky Mountains National Park
- Harrahs Cherokee Casino
- Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
- University of Tennessee
- Titanic Museum
- Island at Pigeon Forge
- Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters
- Wilderness at the Smokies
- Ruby Falls
- Fall Creek Falls State Park
- Tennessee Aquarium
- Bristol Motor Speedway
- Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park
- Dollywood's Splash Country
- Cades Cove
- Chattanooga Riverfront
- Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction
- Gatlinburg Convention Center
- Rock City
- Anakeesta
- LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge
- Hamilton Place Mall
- SkyPark
- Douglas Lake
- Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park
- Norris Lake
- Neyland Stadium
- Hot Springs Resort And Spa
- The Ripken Experience - Pigeon Forge
- Turkey Creek Shopping Center
- Sevierville Convention Center