Spending a little time shopping in Gatlinburg is must during every vacation! When you’re walking or driving along the Gatlinburg Parkway, the shopping destinations seem never ending. We’ve narrowed it down to a few of our favorite Gatlinburg shopping spots, so you know where to visit first! Make sure to check these out:

1. Shops at The Village in Gatlinburg

The Village Shops in Gatlinburg is a great place to spend a little time, especially on a sunny day outside. There are 27 shops, including boutiques, clothing shops, places to eat and art galleries. The European-style village attracts visitors because of the quaint and quiet atmosphere. There are plenty of places to sit and relax to enjoy the weather, too.

One of the most popular places to eat at The Village in Gatlinburg is The Donut Friar. Their homemade donuts and pastries pair well with a hot cup of coffee in the morning or afternoon!

For more information about The Village Shops in Gatlinburg: http://www.thevillageshops.com/

2. The Gatlinburg Arts and Crafts Community

You can’t miss out on visiting the Gatlinburg Arts and Crafts Community! It’s the largest group of artisans in the United States, all gathered together to sell and celebrate their crafts and creativity. The Arts and Crafts Community is an 8 mile loop road with artists featuring items like collectibles, candles, baskets, quilts, pottery, jewelry, home decor, photography and much more.

This is one of the best Gatlinburg shopping destinations for purchasing unique souvenirs to remember your vacation. These gifts last longer than many traditional souvenirs, plus they’re unique to the Arts and Crafts Community in Gatlinburg.

For more information about the Arts and Crafts Community: http://www.gatlinburgcrafts.com/

3. Gatlinburg Mountain Mall

The Mountain Mall in Gatlinburg is one of the first shopping places you’ll come across in downtown, if you’re driving from Pigeon Forge toward Gatlinburg. The Gatlinburg Mountain Mall is located across from the Gatlinburg Aquarium. The entire mall is log-cabin themed, so you can’t miss it when you drive by!

The mall has multiple levels, so be sure you don’t miss any of the shops. There’s a little bit of everything at the Mountain Mall, too. You’ll find caricature artists, books, quilts, magic shops, sports shops, art and jewelry shops, and more.

For details about The Mountain Mall in Gatlinburg: http://gatlinburg-mountainmall.com/

Tell Us Your Favorite Place to Shop!

What’s your favorite Gatlinburg shopping spot? Let us know in the comments below, and we might include it in our next post!