Fun and Exciting Vacation Getaways in Gatlinburg, Tennessee

From the Great Smoky Mountains to fun-filled attractions, Gatlinburg offers activities for everyone to enjoy. Gatlinburg East / Smoky Mountain KOA Holiday provides the perfect location to start planning the vacation of a lifetime.

Ideas for Romantic Getaways in Gatlinburg, Tennessee

Relax and reconnect with the ones you love against the backdrop of the majestic Smoky Mountains. Some of the best weekend getaway activities in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, for couples include:

• A romantic meal: Whether you want to toast a new love, celebrate an anniversary or kick off your weekend, Gatlinburg is home to numerous romantic restaurants such as Greenbrier and Best Italian. 
• Toasting to your love: Keep the good times flowing with a trip to one of the many local breweries and wineries, like Goodwater Vineyards and Tennessee Cider Company.
• Experiencing your love in action: Gatlinburg is an ideal place to spend time in your natural surroundings with adventures like Sugarlands Riding Stables or Smoky Mountain Angler.

Ideas for Getaways for Families

Whether your children are 8 or 18, there are plenty of opportunities for family-friendly fun with activities and attractions:

• A sweet start to any morning: Make any morning in Gatlinburg a little sweeter with a trip to one of the many local bakeries. The Donut Friar is a local favorite, featuring many fresh pastries and coffee.
• The essential Gatlinburg experience: Soak up the mountain air and let the kids learn more about their natural surroundings with a hike led by A Walk in the Woods. These guided hikes are great for children and adults and led by professionals with experience in wilderness safety and botany.
• The ultimate test of skills: If there is a chance of a rainy day, your family can still have fun at indoor activities like Gatlin's Escape Games, which test skills like strategy and teamwork.

Ideas for Getaways for Solo Travelers

There is nothing wrong with taking a solo vacation, and Gatlinburg offers plenty of activities that are perfect to enjoy on a solo trip:

• Immerse yourself in history: Gatlinburg has a rich history that you can experience for yourself through museums like Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and The Titanic Museum Attraction.
• Try out some thrills: Since Gatlinburg is so close to the Great Smoky Mountains, there are multiple mountain coasters including the Moonshine Mountain Coaster and Anakeesta's Rail Runner.
• Enjoy some live entertainment: Take in some great live entertainment and an equally wonderful meal at shows like the Hatfield and McCoy Dinner Show. 

Your Getaway Starts at Gatlinburg East / Smoky Mountain KOA Holiday

Planning the perfect vacation begins when you book a stay at Gatlinburg East / Smoky Mountain KOA Holiday. Located 17 miles from downtown and minutes away from the Great Smoky Mountains, our campground is an excellent place to call home base as you embark on the vacation of a lifetime.

There are also plenty of amenities at the campground to entertain yourself and your children, like a hiking trail, an outdoor pool and a game room. Book an RV Site, Cabin or Tent Site today to start planning a one-of-a-kind vacation!