Gatlinburg, Tennessee, is noted for its wealth of arts and crafts, and its many artists and craftspeople, with one of the largest communities of independent artisans in the country. Nowhere is this more visible than along the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community Trail – an 8-mile scenic drive on the outskirts of Gatlinburg that… Read more »
The Old Mill District is the historic heart of Pigeon Forge, a quaint shopping and dining area where you can spend several hours in peace and charm, browsing the unique shops and attractions, dining at the two fabulous restaurants, strolling the compact 3 or 4 block area, or just gazing at the river and the… Read more »
The Smoky Mountains boasts some great outlet and specialty shopping – count the Pigeon Forge outlet mall and the Gatlinburg outlet mall (actually it’s more precisely located in Sevierville) as two prime destinations for deep discount shopping. Learn more about these two destinations and more in the following guide. The Smokies offers you the best… Read more »
The Village in Gatlinburg is a beautiful shopping enclave with a European feel and more than two dozen specialty shops, eateries, galleries and clothiers. It’s a place for a leisurely and discovery-filled shopping experience, a relaxed cup of coffee, a breakfast or lunch snack, as well a place simply to sit and watch, enjoy the… Read more »
The Island in Pigeon Forge is a family-friendly shopping and entertainment center with numerous attractions, games, eateries and shops. The Island boasts more than 60 retailers and specialty shops. You’ll also find restaurants and food stands, kids games and some special attractions, as well as stages and venues for live music and seasonal celebrations. The… Read more »
Close to Traffic Light #6 in a great strolling part of downtown Gatlinburg, Baskins Square is an outdoor enclave of shops and eateries, with some hidden gems not to be missed, especially when it comes to food – there’s good eating here. The mall is right across Parkway from the Village Shoppes, another oasis of… Read more »
The Mountain Mile & Tower Shops is an upscale shopping and entertainment complex in Pigeon Forge, growing all the time with new attractions. The complex is situated just across the river from The Island, and is reached from Teaster Lane – this runs parallel to Parkway, and is a less crowded way to go north-south… Read more »
The Gatlinburg Craftsmen’s Fair has been running continuously since 1975. It opens twice a year, running for 10 days in July and 18 days in October. The fair has become one of the nation’s best craft fairs, consistently voted one of the Southeast’s “Most Popular Events”. What makes it so special?….Read more »
Although you visit Dollywood for the amusement park and water park attractions, you can stay plenty busy exploring all the many wonderful shops there too. So make sure to work enough time into your itinerary for shopping adventures among the following shops. Kaman’s Airbrush Shoppe Want a personalized hat, t-shirt, or even a license plate… Read more »
Although the activities change with the seasons at Ober Gatlinburg, you can always count on enjoying year-round shopping adventures. You can start your journey through the shops in downtown before riding the tram up to the rest on the mountain. Between both locations, you’re sure to find amazing apparel, candy, and everything in between, making… Read more »
Lumberjack Square is a conveniently located refuge from the bustle of adjacent Parkway in Pigeon Forge where visitors can enjoy top-notch dining, shopping, and adventure, and with plenty of free parking. The Square offers a pleasant ambience with the feel of a town square, like walking around a downtown area. There’s even a town hall… Read more »
Elks Plaza is a small oasis right off Parkway in Gatlinburg, and in a little world of its own. It hosts benches under shade trees, a collection of unique shops, a few onsite parking slots for shoppers – and the best restaurant in town. Easy to miss, but worth looking for, this little area hosts… Read more »
Winery Square is a little area off of East Parkway in Gatlinburg, only slightly off the beaten track and packed with delights from several hidden gems in terms of food, drink and pure fascination. The square is anchored by Gatlinburg’s first winery, Smoky Mountain Winery, established in 1981 and still going strong, serving tastes of… Read more »
Hands-On Gatlinburg is an arts & crafts event that offers individual tuition by the artisans of Gatlinburg to small groups of people who want to learn a new skill or improve their existing one. Studios along the Arts & Crafts Community Trail offer more than 40 classes by registration to limited numbers of attendees…Read more »
The Day Hiker is a locally owned shop in Gatlinburg’s Village shopping area. Open 7 days a week, it’s a great destination for hiking equipment and supplies, including clothing, packs, trekking poles, maps, guides, books, and more. Prices are affordable, and the generous advice and hiking recommendations given cheerfully by the knowledgeable staff is free…. Read more »
Some people enjoy nothing better than to get lost in an antiques shop, peeking and poking about in hot pursuit of that hard-to-find standout piece that add a layer of depth to any home or office: a conversation starter for years to come. If you’re such a treasure hunter, you’ll relish the bounty of Gatlinburg,… Read more »
There’s plenty of Smoky Mountain spirit to be found in Alewine Pottery of Gatlinburg, Tennessee. This much loved, family-run shop knows how to roll out the welcome mat and provide friendly, individual service. The Alewine family plies its visitors with free complimentary popcorn, coffee and apples, provide rocking chairs and a checkers table, with live… Read more »
