While you’re on your Gatlinburg vacation, entertainment can be a significant expense. You want to explore as much of this fun city as you can, after all! Did you know that you don’t have to spend a lot of money to have fun in Gatlinburg? Read on to learn more about some of the top cheap activities in Gatlinburg that are $15 or less:
1. Hike the Gatlinburg Trail
The Gatlinburg Trail is one of the best Great Smoky Mountains National Park hikes that anyone can do. The route is only 3.8 miles round-trip, and the terrain is flat. Walk across the longest footbridge in the park and look at the calm Little Pigeon River. Another feature to love about this trail is that it is dog-friendly! The Gatlinburg Trail has two trailheads, one in downtown Gatlinburg and the other at Sugarlands Visitor Center.
You will need a parking pass if you park your vehicle longer than 15 minutes. Daily passes are very affordable ($5) and can be purchased online (must print out at home) or at any of the national park visitor centers.
2. Explore the Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum
Another one of the cheap activities in Gatlinburg is the Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum. Admission for visitors over 12 years old is only $3, while kids under 12 get in for free. Plus, that $3 goes towards a purchase in the gift shop!
The attraction is unique because it houses the world's largest collection of salt and pepper shakers. Look closely at them from behind the glass to see all kinds of shapes and colors. You may see some of your favorite cartoon characters as well. Along with the collection, visitors get to learn more about the origins of salt and pepper. Come away with a new appreciation for the popular seasonings we use every day!
3. Play Putt-Putt at Hillbilly Golf
Visitors of all ages will enjoy Hillbilly Golf. Children 3 and under get in for free, while regular admission tickets are just under $15. The attraction is at the top of a mountain, so there is a fun ride up to the outdoor course. It consists of 18 holes that each have their own unique challenges. For example, see if you can get your ball through a wagon wheel or a doghouse. You will love all of the fun details in between. Challenge yourself or have a friendly competition with your travel group to see how many hole-in-ones you can get!
4. Sip Along the Gatlinburg Wine Trail
One fun and cheap activity in Gatlinburg for adult guests is wine tasting on the Gatlinburg Wine Trail. Each visitor gets a VIP pass for tastings at 5 wineries. One of them is Tennessee Homemade Wines, which was voted the #1 winery in Tennessee! Go for a classic red or white wine or try the unique flavors, such as Cotton Candy or Peanut Butter and Jelly.
Take a bottle or two back to your cabin rental to enjoy while relaxing around the fire pit or in the hot tub. Need an affordable place to stay? Check out our selection of cheap cabins in Gatlinburg TN!
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