Blue Ridge Mountains

Travel Guide

Shenandoah National Park showing mountains, a sunset and forest scenes
Shenandoah National Park featuring forest scenes, a cascade and mountains
Shenandoah National Park showing hiking or walking and mountains as well as a small group of people
Natural Bridge Virginia which includes a river or creek and a garden
Blue Ridge Mountains

Where to stay in Blue Ridge Mountains

Gatlinburg which includes landscape views and autumn leaves

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.

Downtown Gatlinburg
Asheville

Downtown Asheville

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Downtown Asheville is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Pack Square and Wicked Weed Brewing.

Downtown Asheville
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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.

Chalet Village
WonderWorks which includes interior views as well as an individual male

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.

Downtown Pigeon Forge
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The Woods

If you're spending some time in The Woods, The Woods Resort Mountain View Course and The Woods Resort Stony Lick Course are top sights worth seeing.

The Woods
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West Asheville

The captivating mountain views and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to West Asheville. A stop by New Belgium Brewing Company or Asheville Treetops Adventure Park might round out your trip.

West Asheville
Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg

3 out of 5
402 River Rd, Gatlinburg, TN
The price is €129 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
€129
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,142 reviews)
"Everything from their complimentary breakfast to the pool and hot tubs were excellent."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg

4 out of 5
705 Cherokee Orchard Road, Gatlinburg, TN
The price is €110 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
€110
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,758 reviews)
"Loved the room Ronnie at that front desk was amazing! I clicked the wrong check out date but someone had just cancelled and was able to let us stay in the room 1 more night because it was booked full. He was friendly, kind and god love that man! Your lucky to have him on your team"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort

4 out of 5
777 Casino Drive, Cherokee, NC
The price is €112 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
€112
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cherokee. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,041 reviews)
"Loved walking beside the river with the huge fire pots. It is quite lovely"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort
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Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg

Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg

3 out of 5
315 East Pkwy, Gatlinburg, TN
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and ...
6.2/10 (85 reviews)
"Very nice stay for the price. Newly renovated, simple and clean."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Timber Ridge Lodge - Walking Distance from Downtown Gatlinburg
Deer Ridge Mountain Resort

Deer Ridge Mountain Resort

2.5 out of 5
3710 Weber Rd, Gatlinburg, TN
Stay at this condo in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Bent Creek Golf Club and Little Pigeon River are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (36 reviews)
"We had issue with door lock waited outside sometime around 15min to reset the password to enter the property, only one AC for the living room and bedroom the other bedroom has no AC, one nightstand was broken when we got there, after we left the management try to charge for it, even we had a video ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Deer Ridge Mountain Resort
Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park

Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park

4 out of 5
Gatlinburg
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,095 reviews)
"The property was great. It felt like a decently modern cabin in the woods. The people working there are absolutely amazing. Super friendly and curteous. The location is quite easy to find, it is quite steep up the hill. Every hotel we stay I try to give a review based on 3 things. 1. Hospitality, ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025

Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park
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Popular places to visit

Great Smoky Mountains National Park featuring forest scenes, a house and tranquil scenes

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.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Dollywood which includes rides and signage

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.

Dollywood
Biltmore Estate featuring heritage elements, a statue or sculpture and a garden

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.

Biltmore Estate
Harrahs Cherokee Casino

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.

Harrahs Cherokee Casino
Shenandoah National Park featuring forest scenes and a river or creek as well as a couple

Shenandoah National Park

Blue ridges fill your view as you gaze over the many acres of tree-covered wilderness in this peaceful Virginia park.

Shenandoah National Park
Virginia Tech University

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.

Virginia Tech University
Roanoke showing street scenes and heritage elements

Roanoke

Johnson City

Johnson City

Photo by Nathan Mays

Radford

Sevierville

Sevierville