Gatlinburg has access to one of the best scenic drives around on the blue ridge parkway. It can get busy during the fall months. But made for some of the best photo ops and relaxing. Note that cell service is very spotty on the parkway.
This is a tried and true favorite country store in the Gatlinburg area. No trip is complete without stopping for some apple butter.
For any wine drinker, this is a great way to get a taste of the types of wine that Gatlinburg offers.
If wine isn't your thing, Ole Smokey offers a wide variety of moonshine and offers tastings throughout the day to try some of their most popular flavors. Mountain java is our personal favorite.
If you need more excitement in your life, the Dollywood theme park is an excellent time for the whole family and will be decorated for the Halloween season.
Anakeesta offers plenty of sightseeing, dining, and shopping options and is a more laid-back option to Dollywood.
The Island in Pigeon forge is another excellent all-around option for dining and shopping. It is free to park and to walk around. And there is often free entertainment going on at night.