Zilker Metropolitan Park
351-acre, urban park with botanical gardens, a spring-fed pool, a theater & sports facilities.
Experiences
by Clingman’s Dome
The highest point in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park is Clingman’s Dome. The road to Clingmari’s Dome is closed in the winter, but in the Spring, Summer and Fall, the spot offers amazing views of the Smokies and beyond.
Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook
A quick and easy drive to some of the best winter views, visit the Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook that offers panoramic views of the city and the mountains.
Foothills Parkway
The 72.1-mile parkway offers unobstructed views of the Smokies to the south and the Tennessee Valley to the north.
Lady Bird Lake Rentals
Experience the beauty of Austin with paddleboarding, kayaking, and canoeing on the serene waters of Lady Bird Lake.
Newfound Gap
Providing views of both Tennessee and North Carolina, Newfound Gap offers some of the most breathtaking views in the park if you’d like to experience true American adventure, it’s possible to take a few steps on the trail from here.
Smoky Mountain Winery
Unique, prominent winery featuring a range of award-winning varietals, a tasting room & a gift shop.
Cades Cove
Horseback riding, farm, and petting zoo! There are rabbits, goats, deers, camels, donkey, zebras, and more Great for the whole family!
RainForest Adventures Zoo
Seven miles from the cabin, this small zoo is a delight! You and your family can feed animals, watch the monkeys jump from tree to tree, and listen to the cockatoos talk.
Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community
Area for local culture, with cozy stores for woodwork, pottery & more, plus restaurants & B&Bs.
WonderWorks
This indoor amusement park includes rope courses, an earthquake simulator, a bed of nails, and so many games and activities that get your mind working! Awesome for kids, especially on a rainy day.
Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies
Take the quick route (20 minutes) or the scenic route (30 minutes), but no matter how you drive there, you should
visit this aquarium in Gatlinburg!
Beyond the Lens
Enjoy the exhibits, games, an interactive museum, a treasure hunt, or a photo shoot. Check Groupon for discounts. Great for a rainy day!
Outdoor Gravity Park
Run down the hill in a ball! Good for kids five and older. Great family fun…if you can handle it! Gravity park has 4 different tracks!
Smoky Mountain Deer Farm
Horseback riding, farm, and petting zoo on a 143-acre foothills farm! Enjoy rabbits, goats, deer, camels, donkeys, zebras, and more.