Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center Tours

There's no better way to uncover the past than a trip to Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center. With its absorbing displays and exhibits, this popular institution is a great resource for any traveling historian.

Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center is a great place kick off your day in Townsend. This collection of historical artifacts comes recommended by fellow travelers, but it isn't the only thing to do here. Allow time for other attractions like Laurel Valley Golf Course, Tuckaleechee Caverns, and Next To Heaven to fully experience what the area has to offer.

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Wild Bear Inn

Wild Bear Inn

3 out of 5
Price was $572, price is now $360 per person
$360
per person
Oct 17 - Oct 19
found 18 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Miami (MIA) to Knoxville (TYS)
7.8/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
Great rooms, staff, and beautiful views!

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2025

Sunrise Ridge Resort

Sunrise Ridge Resort

3 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $1,138, price is now $655 per person
$655
per person
Oct 28 - Nov 4
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Knoxville (TYS)
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Nice and clean and off the strip but like 5 minutes from everything.

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2025

River Terrace Resort & Convention Center

River Terrace Resort & Convention Center

3.5 out of 5
Downtown Gatlinburg
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Price was $956, price is now $616 per person
$616
per person
Oct 21 - Oct 25
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Knoxville (TYS)
7.8/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
Property was convenient to downtown attractions. However, we were on the top floor in one of the buildings and it was like the air conditioner was not working. We had to lower the air down to 63 and still wasn't quite cool. Their was no toilet paper or kleenex when we got to the room. We got toilet paper but not kleenex.

Reviewed on Aug 25, 2025

Popular places to visit

Meigs Creek Falls

Meigs Falls

Explore the great outdoors at Meigs Falls and enjoy the beautiful waterfalls during your trip to Townsend. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront, or seek out the hiking trails.

Meigs Falls
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The Sinks

Find out about the history of Gatlinburg when you spend time at The Sinks. Discover the beautiful waterfalls in this family-friendly area, or enjoy its hiking trails.

The Sinks
Short hike to see this beautiful 30ft waterfall #nature

Spruce Flats Falls

Explore the great outdoors at Spruce Flats Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Townsend. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront, or seek out the hiking trails.

Spruce Flats Falls

River Rage Go-Kart Track

Bring the kiddos to River Rage Go-Kart Track and enjoy some excitement at this amusement park in Townsend. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this culturally rich area.

River Rage Go-Kart Track

Tube Junction

Take the family on an outing to Tube Junction during your trip to Townsend. Discover the beautiful waterfalls in this walkable area, or enjoy its hiking trails.

Tube Junction

Hedgewood Gardens

Explore the lovely green spaces of Hedgewood Gardens and enjoy the hiking trails in Townsend. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

Hedgewood Gardens

Best Lodging Options Near Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center

Talley Ho Inn

Talley Ho Inn

2 out of 5
8314 Tennessee 73, Townsend, TN
Talley Ho Inn
Townsend Gateway Inn

Townsend Gateway Inn

2 out of 5
8270 State Hwy 73, Townsend, TN
Townsend Gateway Inn
Cozy 2-bed/2bath riverfront condo in amazing Townsend with WiFi, AC

Cozy 2-bed/2bath riverfront condo in amazing Townsend with WiFi, AC

Townsend
Cozy 2-bed/2bath riverfront condo in amazing Townsend with WiFi, AC
Best Western Cades Cove Inn

Best Western Cades Cove Inn

2.5 out of 5
7824 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Townsend, TN
Best Western Cades Cove Inn
Highland Manor Inn

Highland Manor Inn

3 out of 5
7766 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Townsend, TN
Highland Manor Inn
Tremont Lodge & Resort

Tremont Lodge & Resort

3 out of 5
7726 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Townsend, TN
Tremont Lodge & Resort
2 Queen + Mountain Retreat

2 Queen + Mountain Retreat

2 out of 5
Townsend
2 Queen + Mountain Retreat
Secluded Log Cabin 5 Bedrooms. 5 Miles From National Park 15 Miles To Dollywood

Secluded Log Cabin 5 Bedrooms. 5 Miles From National Park 15 Miles To Dollywood

Townsend
Secluded Log Cabin 5 Bedrooms. 5 Miles From National Park 15 Miles To Dollywood
Secluded Mountain Oasis-Private Pool-Kids Fantasy Kids Theme Rooms

Secluded Mountain Oasis-Private Pool-Kids Fantasy Kids Theme Rooms

Sevierville
Secluded Mountain Oasis-Private Pool-Kids Fantasy Kids Theme Rooms
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