Blue Ridge Mountains
Travel Guide
![Shenandoah National Park showing mountains, a sunset and forest scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/178000/178006-Shenandoah-National-Park-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Shenandoah National Park featuring forest scenes, a cascade and mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/178000/178016-Shenandoah-National-Park-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Shenandoah National Park showing hiking or walking and mountains as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/177000/177977-Shenandoah-National-Park-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Natural Bridge Virginia which includes a river or creek and a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/135000/135271-Lexington-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
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Visit Blue Ridge Mountains
Where to stay in Blue Ridge Mountains
![Gatlinburg featuring autumn colours and landscape views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/59000/59252-Gatlinburg.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Downtown Gatlinburg
While visiting Downtown Gatlinburg, you might make a stop by sights like Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.
![Asheville](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/146000/146961-Asheville.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Downtown Asheville
Downtown Asheville is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Grove Arcade and Pack Square.
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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.
![WonderWorks featuring interior views as well as an individual male](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/61000/61643-Wonderworks-Gatlinburg.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Downtown Pigeon Forge
While visiting Downtown Pigeon Forge, you might make a stop by sights like Island at Pigeon Forge and Pigeon Forge Factory Outlet Mall.
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The Woods
If you're spending some time in The Woods, Berkeley Springs State Park and Cacapon Resort State Park are top sights worth seeing.
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Chalet Village North
Though Chalet Village North may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park.
![Compass Hotel by Margaritaville](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105980000/105972400/105972347/9be8233c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2025
![Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13320000/13319600/13319510/905ee15a_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2025
![Econo Lodge Pigeon Forge Riverside](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23710/47e78917_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2025
![Enjoy a Luxe Riverfront Retreat at Miracle Creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90850000/90842300/90842231/51e48de9_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2025
![Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96760000/96756000/96755989/84def467_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2025
![Mountainside Villas at Massanutten by Tripforth](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/44000000/43590000/43583000/43582998/0fc3b312_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2025
Popular places to visit
![Dollywood which includes rides and signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/61000/61661-Dollywood.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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 featuring forest scenes, a house and tranquil scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/178000/178052-Great-Smoky-Mountains-National-Park-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![Biltmore Estate featuring heritage elements, a statue or sculpture and a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/147000/147581-Biltmore-Estate.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Biltmore Estate
Wander through gardens and lush grounds, tour the grand mansion and learn about the history of this opulent estate in Asheville, North Carolina.
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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.
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Virginia Tech University
Enjoy the student vibe around Virginia Tech University, a top university in Blacksburg. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
![Shenandoah National Park featuring forest scenes and a river or creek as well as a couple](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/178000/178002-Shenandoah-National-Park-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Shenandoah National Park
Blue ridges fill your view as you gaze over the many acres of tree-covered wilderness in this peaceful Virginia park.