Things to Do in Gatlinburg

Fall time is the best time, especially in Gatlinburg. With the beautiful fall colors covering the mountains and the exciting seasonal festivities, it’s no wonder people flock to the area during this time of year. There a…

When staying at Sidney James Mountain Lodge, one of the great benefits is the Gatlinburg Trolley stop right outside our front door! This means that our hotel guests can simply leave their car in our lot and ride around t…

The temperature is dropping which means it is time for some fun activities in Gatlinburg! Winterfest runs from mid-November through mid-February each year, and it is a fun event with a variety of activities for all ages.…

The Smokies are filled with one-of-a-kind stores! Many of the stores are small businesses and have talented artists selling their work including unique wood carvings. Wood carvings are wonderful decorations to place arou…

One of the biggest selling points of the Great Smoky Mountains is the glorious views. No matter what season you are visiting, you are sure to be met with astonishing scenery. One of the best ways to take in the amazing a…

The Strip in downtown Gatlinburg TN offers a great selection of specialty coffee shops within a 15-minute walk from our hotel! From coffee served in a classic donut shop to unique coffee flavors, they have it all to sati…

No trip to Gatlinburg, TN is complete without a shopping spree! Gatlinburg is home to a variety of stores and boutiques that carry handcrafted gifts to specialty food items. Whether you want to just window shop or bring …

When it comes to shopping, you will not find a shortage of options in the Smoky Mountains. The best thing about the shopping scene in the Smokies is that there are a ton of places to purchase personalized gifts. These sp…

The best way to get into the holiday spirit this year is with a vacation to Gatlinburg TN! As soon as you drive into town, you’ll be greeted with thousands of twinkling lights that will instantly put you in a festive moo…

The Smoky Mountains are one of the most romantic vacation destinations in the country. The beautiful landscape mixed with fabulous restaurants and attractions make for a perfect night on the town. If you are not sure wha…