Gatlinburg Attractions

Since it opened in 1962, Ober Gatlinburg has been a favorite attraction of Sevier County residents and visitors alike. This is, in part, thanks to the ever changing nature of the attractions that are located at the resort. Coming this year are three changes that are sure to excite guests who are well versed with the resort as well as those who have yet to experience it for the first time.

Locals and visitors have been anxiously counting down to opening day...awaiting the grand opening of a very unique, new attraction in Gatlinburg.

For the first time in over a decade, the month of August will have 5 Fridays, 5 Saturdays and 5 Sundays. That is an extra 48 hours where you and your family are completely free of the stress from everyday life. This means no school, no work, and no nosy neighbors. For families wanting to spend their extra weekend in Gatlinburg and the Smoky Mountains, we at Visit my Smokies have come up with a few fun activities you can enjoy based on different vacation personalities.

Attention all winter thrill seekers! If you can’t wait until the cool weather arrives for more Gatlinburg ski trips, there’s even more reason to be excited as Ober Gatlinburg announces changes and additions to their resort.

The Sugarlands area in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is known for many things. There are exciting hiking trails, beautiful scenery, rich history…. and moonshine!

The Smoky Mountains are the perfect place for a honeymoon or romantic couple’s vacation, offering a balance of relaxation and excitement. Vacationers could simply be happy sipping sweet tea from a rocking chair while getting lost in the stunning seasonal mountain views. If couples choose to only do only that, though, they’ll miss all the wonderful things the Smokies have to offer.

With freezing temperatures making their way to the Smoky Mountains, Ober Gatlinburg is set to open ski slopes in November. Scheduled to open as early as noon on Friday, November 29, Ober Gatlinburg will be up and running for anyone looking to experience a little adventure on their Smoky Mountain vacation. Typically, the slopes aren’t open until mid-December, setting a historical record for the first time in 20 years.

Calling all snow lovers! With winter just around the corner, Ober Gatlinburg is gearing up for another fun and festive winter season. Offering tons of thrilling ski slopes, snow tubing rides, ice skating, delicious restaurants and more, there is no question that Ober is the perfect place for families to spend time together this season.

No trip to the Great Smoky Mountains is complete without a little souvenir shopping, and Jonathan’s, The Bear Necessities shop in Gatlinburg is the perfect place to do just that.

Greg and Connie Swain have dedicated their lives to making each and every child that steps into their quaint Gatlinburg shop feel special. To achieve this, they have created a special place in the heart of Gatlinburg where children will find all their favorite toys, games, videos and music. 

Bootlegger’s Homemade Wine was started by two sisters who loved making country wine.  Sticking true to their southern heritage, the ladies in charge of Bootlegger's Homemade Wine work to make sure that every bottle sold in their Gatlinburg shop is packaged with care and sweet southern tradition.

With winter just around the corner, Ober Gatlinburg staff is gearing up by offering guests season tickets to their ski and snowboarding Gatlinburg attraction.

Growing up Susan always loved to sew. Some of her earliest memories are with her mom, learning how to stitch different fabrics together to create a beautiful piece of art. After spending time overseas with her husband in the military, and raising her three sons, Susan decided to make her love of sewing and crafts into a career. Today Susan has taken that passion and turned it into a career with her quaint Gatlinburg shop called Mountain Stitches by Susan.

The perfect way to commemorate your family’s most recent trip to the Smoky Mountains, Wood Signs of Gatlinburg creates personalized wood carved creations for visitors to enjoy for years to come. Whether you are looking for a new sign to hang by your front door, or a family piece to hang on your mantle, this wood shop in Gatlinburg has just the handcrafted souvenir for you.