Title: Visit Downtown Cherokee: 2026 Downtown Cherokee, Cherokee Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Downtown Cherokee](https://expedia.com/Downtown-Cherokee-Hotels.d976588357641887744.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Cherokee](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Cherokee.d6058529.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Cherokee](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Cherokee.d6058529.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Downtown Cherokee](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Downtown-Cherokee.d976588357641887744.Car-Rental-Guide)[Downtown Cherokee Vacations](https://expedia.com/Downtown-Cherokee.d976588357641887744.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Downtown Cherokee, NC ## Cherokee ## Visit Downtown Cherokee Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Cherokee Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Cherokee.dx6058529) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Museum of the Cherokee Indian showing interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6181606/9544b996-e328-44f3-94ba-fa56a916978c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Museum of the Cherokee Indian This remarkable site pieces together thousands of years of Cherokee Indian history through multimedia exhibits, ancient artifacts and life-size figures. [](https://expedia.com/Museum-Of-The-Cherokee-Indian-Downtown-Cherokee.d6181606.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cherokee_SmokeyMountainGold&RubyMine_553248621532656839_01](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532656839/a957a903-3368-4802-a907-f893ac470898.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine You can find out about the history of Cherokee with a trip to Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.com/Smokey-Mountain-Gold-Ruby-Mine-Downtown-Cherokee.d553248621532656839.Vacation-Attraction) ![Oconaluftee Islands Park which includes a garden and forest scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532656837/e9802570-3bd8-483f-a8fb-128464ff76ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oconaluftee Islands Park Enjoy picnics on the banks of the Oconaluftee River, relax while tubing through rippling rapids, stroll amid an enchanting bamboo forest and sit around a bonfire. [](https://expedia.com/Oconaluftee-Islands-Park-Downtown-Cherokee.d553248621532656837.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cherokee_CherokeeWelcomeCenter_553248621551385148_05](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621551385148/fe9a8bfc-2fca-4ac6-861b-549b5e7b8e33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cherokee Welcome Center Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Cherokee Welcome Center during your stay in Cherokee. Discover the mountain views and casinos in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Cherokee-Welcome-Center-Downtown-Cherokee.d553248621551385148.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cherokee_CherokeeMountainsideTheatre_553248621532668922_03](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532668922/3fc69a4d-d9da-4fc2-97d6-921ec1f43179.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cherokee Mountainside Theatre You can enjoy a show at Cherokee Mountainside Theatre during your trip to Cherokee. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.com/Cherokee-Mountainside-Theatre-Downtown-Cherokee.d553248621532668922.Vacation-Attraction) ![Harrahs Cherokee Casino](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6172273/0cbad492-1088-4615-823f-eb8d5edb7f5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Harrahs-Cherokee-Casino-Cherokee.d6172273.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Great Smoky & Cades Cove Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46232775/cc3f0077-7367-45a2-8892-ed33b9e44c0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Great Smoky & Cades Cove Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle $25 per traveler **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/great-smoky-cades-cove-self-guided-driving-audio-tour-bundle.a46232775.activity-details) ![Smoky Mountains National Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47514001/785f439d-b751-4ce1-8535-ffcb5d759e1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Great Smoky Mountains National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour $16 per traveler [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/great-smoky-mountains-national-park-self-guided-audio-tour.a47514001.activity-details) ![Over the Top Tour in Oconaluftee](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46623840/f51956b6-c8ae-448f-899b-152f51d352bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Over the Top Tour in Oconaluftee $150 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/over-the-top-tour-in-oconaluftee.a46623840.activity-details) ![Discover the beauty, mystery, and history of America’s most visited national park on this self-guided drive through the Great Smoky Mountains.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51041918/f711b9b2-275d-4522-a0c5-6920fc89d99d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Great Smoky Mountains Self-Guided Scenic Drive and Audio Tour $15 per traveler [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/great-smoky-mountains-self-guided-scenic-drive-and-audio-tour.a51041918.activity-details) ![3 - 3.5 HR Smoky Mtn. Cherokee Eco Elk Safari Jeep Adventure ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50932328/92d672fd-5c33-4a9a-b653-04d9a70db91a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 3 - 3.5 HR Smoky Mtn. Cherokee Eco Elk Safari Jeep Adventure $150 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/3-35-hr-smoky-mtn-cherokee-eco-elk-safari-jeep-adventure.a50932328.activity-details) ![Enjoy the Magic in the Mountains of Beautiful Anakeesta](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/559087/379e19f0-561e-42d3-8fd2-65ef3b9e5a2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Anakeesta - Enjoy the Magic in the Mountains $39 per adult **84%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/anakeesta-enjoy-the-magic-in-the-mountains.a559087.activity-details) [See all activities in Cherokee](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Cherokee.d6058529.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Downtown Cherokee Hotel Deals ![Great Smokies Inn Cherokee](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3600/3565/adff3651_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Great Smokies Inn Cherokee 1636 Acquoni Rd Cherokee NC $89 nightly $102 total Mar 2 - Mar 3 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Cherokee. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,917 reviews) The stay at Great Smokies is always good. Pleasant staff, good location, clean room and good price. This trip had the added feature of seeing a couple Elk walking down the road near the motel. Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F2%2F2026&endDate=3%2F3%2F2026&selected=3565&PinnedHotelID=3565&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=976588357641887744) ![Newfound Lodge on the river](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/116000000/115998900/115998844/8cc2d12e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Newfound Lodge on the river 1192 Tsali Blvd Cherokee NC $69 nightly $79 total Mar 2 - Mar 3 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Cherokee. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Harrahs Cherokee Casino and Smokey Mountain Gold & ... 7.8/10 Good! (162 reviews) Very friendly staff beautiful scenery. Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F2%2F2026&endDate=3%2F3%2F2026&selected=115998844&PinnedHotelID=115998844&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=976588357641887744) ![The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9900/9897/97d6dec5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Park Vista - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Gatlinburg 705 Cherokee Orchard Road Gatlinburg TN $76 nightly $86 total Mar 9 - Mar 10 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,080 reviews) Very clean facility, rooms very nice, beautiful views, nice bar, everything was perfect!!!! 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(3,158 reviews) Good Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F31%2F2026&endDate=4%2F1%2F2026&selected=13319510&PinnedHotelID=13319510&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=976588357641887744) ![Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96020000/96011400/96011359/w3837h2558x3y3-3a1b048b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Embassy Suites By Hilton Gatlinburg Resort 604 Airport Rd Gatlinburg TN $135 nightly $152 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gatlinburg. Enjoy free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (684 reviews) Beautiful hotel! 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(191 reviews) Perfect , nice view Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F8%2F2026&endDate=3%2F9%2F2026&selected=105134234&PinnedHotelID=105134234&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=976588357641887744) [See all 5,048 properties in Downtown Cherokee](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=3%2F2%2F2026&endDate=3%2F3%2F2026®ionId=976588357641887744) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. 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