Things to Do with Kids in Cherokee, NC

  • TripBuzz found 125 things to do with kids in or near Cherokee, North Carolina, including 103 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Gatlinburg, Bryson City, Franklin and Sylva.
  • From Smokemont Riding Stables to End of the Trail Horseback Riding, the Cherokee area offers 98 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, Horseback Riding, Tubing and Amusement Parks (Kids).
  • Cherokee is the central city within the Eastern Cherokee Reservation on the edge of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The location on the reservation means that Native American culture is the biggest draw for the area, including the living history Oconaluftee Indian Village. A large casino owned by the tribe is also accessible.
  • TripBuzz found 125 things to do with kids in or near Cherokee, North Carolina, including 103 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Gatlinburg, Bryson City, Franklin and Sylva.
  • From Smokemont Riding Stables to End of the Trail Horseback Riding, the Cherokee area offers 98 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, Horseback Riding, Tubing and Amusement Parks (Kids).
  • Cherokee is the central city within the Eastern Cherokee Reservation on the edge of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The location on the reservation means that Native American culture is the biggest draw for the area, including the living history Oconaluftee Indian Village. A large casino owned by the tribe is also accessible.
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19.6 Miles
82% 938 votes
Specialty Museums 914 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN MoreLess Info
Gatlinburg's Hollywood Star Cars Museum features a large collection of vehicles from movies and television shows. Among the 40 vehicles on display are the car from Speed Racer, two Batmobiles, and the General Lee from the Dukes of Hazzard.
19.6 Miles
49% 640 votes
Amusement Parks (All Ages) 908 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738 MoreLess Info
Even though children under six years old are not permitted into Ripley's Haunted Adventure, older children can still enjoy the attraction. Live actors help to make the experience intense yet fun, and it is open 365 days a year.
19.6 Miles
85% 502 votes
Arcades 815 Parkway Suite 3 & 4, Gatlinburg, TN 37738 MoreLess Info
Shoot-em Up Cinema is a movie and amusement experience in one. Visitors receive 3-D glasses and mount a mechanical horse to embark on an interactive laser shooting motion theatre adventure. Non-moving horses are reserved for those who want a calmer outing.
19.6 Miles
95% 646 votes
Theaters 461 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738 MoreLess Info
Evoking theaters of the 1890s, Gatlinburg's Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre presents a variety of live musical comedy shows. The theater was designated a National Historical Treasure by the city, and prides itself on unpredictability.
19.6 Miles
98% 4325 votes
National & State Parks Gatlinburg, TN 37738 MoreLess Info
Strung with miles of hiking trails and many species of trees, Great Smokey Mountains National Park lets visitors take in the mountain views at their park. A few buildings of the original settlers of the region can be seen here.
19.7 Miles
88% 449 votes
Specialty Museums 510 River Road, Gatlinburg, TN 37738 MoreLess Info
Christ in the Smokies Museum & Gardens is a museum featuring 3D dioramas of scenes detailing the life of Christ. These dioramas utilize life size figures, music, and special effects. Visitors will also find a garden and a gift shop.
19.7 Miles
88% 640 votes
Amusement Parks (All Ages) 424 River Rd., Gatlinburg, TN 37738 MoreLess Info
The oldest and widely considered to be the scariest haunted house in Gatlinburg is the Mysterious Mansion. Secret passages, dark corridors, a dank dungeon, and winding staircases create a scary maze through the realm of fantasy and fear.
19.8 Miles
100% 2551 votes
Adventure Tour 155 Branam Hollow Rd., Gatlinburg, TN 37738 MoreLess Info
One of Gatlinburg's most unique destinations is the CLIMB Works Canopy, a series of wilderness courses and activities high up in the trees. CLIMB Works includes ziplines, obstacle courses, elevated mountain bike paths and much more.
19.9 Miles
87% 1674 votes
Mini Golf 340 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738 MoreLess Info
Enjoy the natural beauty of the Smoky Mountains as you play a whimsical round of mini-golf at Hillbilly Golf in Gatlinburg. Hillbilly Golf features two courses that are appropriate for all ages, but challenging enough to keep players coming back for more.
20.0 Miles
96% 771 votes
Lookouts Gatlinburg By-Pass, Gatlinburg, TN MoreLess Info
Located along the Gatlinburg Bypass, Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook provides excellent views and opportunities for taking photos of the surrounding mountains.
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