Things to Do with Kids in Gatlinburg, TN

  • TripBuzz found 176 things to do with kids in or near Gatlinburg, Tennessee, including 146 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, Townsend and Cherokee.
  • From Sugarland Riding Stables to Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, the Gatlinburg area offers 82 different types of family activities, including: Specialty Museums, Amusement Parks (All Ages), Rafting and Arcades.
  • Resting on the edge of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the resort city of Gatlinburg. Popular with tourists year-round, the city acts a vacation resort with its access to the national park as well as extensive selection of recreational activities. The city also offers a selection of shops, eateries, museums and musical venues.
  • TripBuzz found 176 things to do with kids in or near Gatlinburg, Tennessee, including 146 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, Townsend and Cherokee.
  • From Sugarland Riding Stables to Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, the Gatlinburg area offers 82 different types of family activities, including: Specialty Museums, Amusement Parks (All Ages), Rafting and Arcades.
  • Resting on the edge of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the resort city of Gatlinburg. Popular with tourists year-round, the city acts a vacation resort with its access to the national park as well as extensive selection of recreational activities. The city also offers a selection of shops, eateries, museums and musical venues.
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23.7 Miles
98% 62 votes
Arts & Crafts Classes 80 Hwy 28 South, Bryson City, NC 28713 MoreLess Info
Featuring the work of a local clay artist, handmade ceramic pieces are sold at Pincu Pottery. Classes are also available to aid students interested in learning or perfecting the art of ceramics.
23.7 Miles
80% 15 votes
Golf 1247 Stonewall Jackson Drive, Dandridge, TN MoreLess Info
Pack the clubs for a day at Dandridge Golf & Country Club. Players of this 27-hole, par 72 course enjoy views of the Smoky Mountains as the backdrop. Lessons are available.
24.3 Miles
98% 53 votes
Speed Boat Tours 22 Needmore Rd, Bryson City, NC MoreLess Info
An afternoon becomes an adventure at Smoky Mountain Jet Boats in Bryson City, North Carolina. Each jet boat is captained by an experienced captain and is safe for passengers of all ages, including small children. The company also offers custom hiking tours.
24.3 Miles
96% 171 votes
Hiking Trails MP 451 Blue Ridge Parkway, Maggie Valley, NC MoreLess Info
Maggie Valley has many beautiful hiking locations, and Waterrock Knob is among the most beautiful. The Knob is perched at the apex of a 1.2-mile walking trail, and offers unparalleled views of the entire Maggie Valley.
24.4 Miles
47% 17 votes
Marinas 2515 Swanns Marina, Dandridge, TN MoreLess Info
Boat and slip rentals are on the menu at Swann's Marina. Also available are cabin and campground accommodations, and guests can also spend the day fishing on Douglas Lake. Snacks and drinks are available for purchase.
24.8 Miles
84% 57 votes
Horseback Riding 9400 Highway 19 W, Bryson City, NC 28713 MoreLess Info
Horseback riding excursions through the North Carolina Smokey Mountains are offered at the Nantahala Village Riding Stable. The stables are open from Memorial Day to Labor Day full time during the week and open on the weekends during April-May and September-October.
25.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
Inline Skating 2801 E Broadway Avenue, Maryville, TN 37804 MoreLess Info
Roll Arena Party Zone is a rink that offers year-round roller skating, has a number of party packages and can rent their facility for private parties. They also sell new, used and custom built skates.
25.2 Miles
91% 44 votes
History Museums 1004 East Lamar Alexander Parkway, Maryville, TN 37804 MoreLess Info
Popular with tourists and picnickers, the Cades Cove Museum hosts exhibits which teach visitors the history of the area. It is one stop on the Cades Cove Loop and has a gift shop where visitors may purchase guidebooks and souvenirs.
25.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Recreation Centers 318 S Everett High Road, Maryville, TN 37804 MoreLess Info
Hosting fitness opportunities for the community, Everett Athletic Complex offers visitors sports fields for soccer and baseball. The center also has a gym that provides fitness equipment for the public.
25.4 Miles
99% 219 votes
Rafting 10160 Highway 19 West, Bryson City, NC 28713 MoreLess Info
Life vests and serious helmets are de rigeur at the Rolling Thunder River Company in Bryson City, North Carolina. Founded in 1977, Rolling Thunder is one of the state's leading providers of adventure vacations.
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