{"id":5405,"date":"2019-04-15T12:00:02","date_gmt":"2019-04-15T16:00:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/?p=5405"},"modified":"2026-04-28T11:12:21","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T11:12:21","slug":"what-to-do-gatlinburg","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/gatlinburg-info\/what-to-do-gatlinburg.htm","title":{"rendered":"What to Do in Gatlinburg, TN | 5 Days of Fun"},"content":{"rendered":"

Alright, take a deep breath. You\u2019ve just planned your annual vacay to the Great Smoky Mountains. Your Gatlinburg cabin rental<\/a> is booked. And you\u2019re sort of panicking about what you\u2019re going to do in Gatlinburg, TN, for 5 days\u2026 Maybe you\u2019re feeling overwhelmed by all the attractions, best panoramic shot spots, recommended restaurants, and shopping centers. We totally get it! Our piece of advice: don\u2019t stress if you can\u2019t experience everything in 1 trip. Narrow down your options by choosing new adventures, familiar favorites, and a few trusted recommendations. Need a little inspiration? Check out our planned 5-day trip to Gatlinburg. Feel free to deviate from our guiding path \u2014 this is YOUR vacation after all! <\/p>\n

Day 1 \u2014 Relax<\/h2>\n

After traveling most of the morning or day, it\u2019s time to relax. Treat yo\u2019self to an afternoon nap on your cabin\u2019s plush sofa or unwind with a glass of sweet tea on the porch swing with stunning mountain views. When you feel a little recouped, head into town for an Instagram-worthy dinner at The Peddler Steakhouse, featuring crab-and-shrimp-stuffed mushrooms, filet mignon with steak fries, and Kahlua cr\u00e8me br\u00fbl\u00e9e. Chase your meal with a sampling of classic mountain shine at the Ole Smoky Moonshine<\/a> Holler (the most visited distillery in the country). <\/p>\n

Afterwards, the designated driver can take everyone back to the cabin for a little down time with huge bowls of buttery popcorn and a feature film in the private home theater with big screen TV and surround sound. When the hero finally defeats the villain, say goodnight to the gang as you head to the master suite for a soothing spa bath in the jetted tub with bubbles, scented candles, and tranquil tunes. Now, it\u2019s time to slip into the cool sheets of the king-size bed, steal a few cuddles from your spouse, and drift to dreamland.<\/p>\n

Day 2 \u2014 Play<\/h2>\n

Wake up to songbird symphonies, morning hues across the mountaintops, and a hot breakfast from the fully equipped kitchen. Next? Oh yes, it\u2019s playtime \u2014 get ready and head straight for downtown fun! Start your day of play at Anakeesta<\/a>, an aerial adventure park with ziplining, a mountain coaster, boutiques, restaurants, a treehouse playground, walking trails, and much more (honestly, we could spend all day here)! After lunch, slow things down a bit and take a leisurely stroll through Ripley\u2019s Aquarium of the Smokies, where you can find Nemo, hang out with penguins, and stroke jellies. End the day with mini golf, ice skating (year-round at Ober), a theatre show, and more in-town fun at choice attractions!<\/p>\n

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