Things to Do in Gatlinburg

While some people might consider the winter months as the “off-season” in Gatlinburg, this is actually one of the best times to visit the Smokies! You will not only find less crowds in Great Smoky Mountains National Park but also lots of special events throughout the winter months! One of the most exciting events is the Enchanted Winter of Lights at Anakeesta, where the family theme park is transformed into a winter wonderland! Here are the top 4 things you need to know about the Enchanted Winter of Lights at Anakeesta:

The holiday season is an exciting time in Gatlinburg as the town comes alive with all types of festive events during the annual Winterfest celebration! Whether you are planning Thanksgiving in the Smokies or a Christmas vacation to enjoy the holiday light displays, there is always something fun going on in Gatlinburg! All the action takes place just steps away from the Sidney James Mountain Lodge! Here are 4 fun events to experience during the Gatlinburg Winterfest celebration:

Anakeesta has recently opened the Black Bear Village, the final phase of their $6.5 million expansion. This charming area features a pair of tempting restaurants, a unique new place to shop, and a mountain themed splash pad for the kids! It joins the Anavista observation tower and TreeVenture Challenge Course as part of Anakeesta’s largest expansion ever! Here are 4 fun places to explore in the new Black Bear Village at Anakeesta:

One of the reasons why so many guests love staying with us is because we are right on the doorstep to the entrance of Great Smoky Mountains National Park! Before heading into the park for your hiking adventures and other outdoor activities, you will want to make sure you have all the necessary gear. Therefore, here are the top 3 outdoor sporting stores in Gatlinburg TN:

Gatlinburg is home to several exciting indoor miniature golf courses where you can play a round of mini golf in any type of weather! This means that whether it’s cold outside, raining or even snowing, you can always tee up for a challenging miniature golf game with your family and friends! Here are the top 3 places to play indoor mini golf in Gatlinburg:

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 home something to remember your Smoky Mountain vacation, you'll have fun going through these shops! Check out the top 5 places to go shopping in Gatlinburg TN:

If you love being outside, you can’t beat a vacation in Gatlinburg TN! Located at the doorstep of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, our charming city offers a variety of wonderful outdoor adventures. When you stay with us, you will be near all of the best things to do in the great outdoors. To help you make the most of your vacation, look at these 6 outdoor activities in Gatlinburg and the Smoky Mountains:

Gatlinburg is famous for its wonderful fudge and candy shops. No vacation in the Smokies is complete without sampling the area’s signature treat! When you stay at Sidney James Mountain Lodge you will be minutes away from all of the superb candy shops in Gatlinburg. To help you make the most of your getaway, we have put together a guide to 5 of the very best Gatlinburg fudge shops.

Whether you consider yourself a wine connoisseur or simply want to taste some wine from the Smoky Mountain region, you will be glad to know that there are several excellent wineries in Gatlinburg. Most of these wineries are within easy walking distance of our hotel so you don’t have to worry about driving! Here are the top 4 wineries in Gatlinburg you need to visit during your vacation:

One of the great things about the Sidney James Mountain Lodge is that our hotel is located within easy walking distance of downtown Gatlinburg! If you want to explore some parts of Gatlinburg that are a bit out of the way and don’t feel like driving, there are several excellent alternatives! Here are 3 convenient ways to get around town during your Gatlinburg vacation: