Gatlinburg Scavenger Hunt: Downtown By The Smokies
Embark on a thrilling scavenger hunt adventure in Gatlinburg, the Smoky Mountains Gateway! Explore Downtown By The Smokies with your team as you solve riddles, tackle challenges, and discover iconic spots like Gatlinburg Space Needle and Little Pigeon River. This interactive walking tour is perfect for flexible sightseeing and friendly competition.
This scavenger hunt will help you explore Gatlinburg. This top rated Gatlinburg Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 0.99 miles and has 9 stops.
4.9 (25 reviews)
Activity Info: Downtown By The Smokies
Gatlinburg, nestled in the heart of the Smoky Mountains, offers breathtaking views and vibrant attractions like Ober Ski Resort and Ripley's Aquarium. On this adventure, explore landmarks such as Anakeesta and Hollywood Star Cars Museum while completing fun missions. Perfect for locals and visitors alike, it is a great way to uncover hidden gems and enjoy teamwork.
You can do our interactive scavenger hunt at any time.
Featured Locations On This Scavenger Hunt
Fannie Farkle's
Follow your nose to Fannie Farkle's, where delicious aromas lead you on a tasty scavenger hunt stop. Enjoy legendary food while soaking up the lively atmosphere.
Reagan Terrace Mall
Step back in time at Reagan Terrace Mall, where century-old buildings and taffy shops await. Perfect for a scavenger hunt filled with local trivia and historic charm.
Hollywood Star Cars Museum, Gatlinburg, TN
Rev up excitement at Hollywood Star Cars Museum! A must-see on your scavenger hunt, admire iconic vehicles from beloved films and TV shows parked outside.
Gatlinburg Arcadia Space Needle
Experience the Gatlinburg Arcadia Space Needle, a towering landmark perfect for your scavenger hunt adventure. Spot migrating hawks and enjoy panoramic views while solving fun riddles.
Little Pigeon River Pedestrian Bridge
Cross Little Pigeon River Pedestrian Bridge for stunning views and a refreshing breeze. A must-visit on your scavenger hunt, it connects you to Gatlinburg's natural beauty.
Anakeesta
Gaze up to Anakeesta from downtown—a thrilling adventure awaits above! This scenic spot is essential for any scavenger hunt seeking breathtaking views and excitement.
Ripley's Mirror Maze
Marvel at Ripley's Mirror Maze exterior—it's dazzling lights hint at mind-bending fun inside. A captivating stop on your scavenger hunt adventure through Gatlinburg.
Paws for Thought
Strike a pose with 'Paws for Thought' bear sculpture—a unique stop on your scavenger hunt supporting Smoky Mountains conservation efforts.
Ripleys Believe It or Not! Odditorium
Experience Ripley's Odditorium from outside—it's bold murals invite curiosity and wonder. A fascinating stop on your scavenger hunt filled with strange tales.
How the Gatlinburg Scavenger Hunt works
Grab your phone and dive into the Gatlinburg Scavenger Hunt! Use our app to embark on a fun-filled journey solving riddles, completing photo challenges, and exploring historic sites. Earn points as you compete on the city-wide leaderboard while discovering Gatlinburg's hidden treasures. It is intuitive, mobile-first fun at it's best!
More details
Activity Type: Anytime Scavenger Hunt
Starting Area: Gatlinburg Space Needle, Historic Nature Trail, Gatlinburg, TN, USA
Travel Method: Walking
Walking Distance: 0.99 Mi (1.6 KM)
Time:1.5 - 2 Hours
Skill Level:Fun & Historic
Extra Admissions: None
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Earn The Gatlinburg Scavenger Hunt High Score
Love some friendly competition? Join the Gatlinburg Scavenger Hunt where each player tackles interactive challenges across iconic spots like Fannie Farkle's or Ripley's Mirror Maze. Work together to solve trivia questions and complete photo tasks for a shot at topping the leaderboard—and ultimate bragging rights!
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Reviews for Gatlinburg Scavenger Hunt: Downtown By The Smokies
The hunt through charming Gatlinburg, affectionately called a mountain gem, was filled with riddles near Ripley's Mirror Maze and Fannie Farkle's.
Olivia Rivers
Downtown By The Smokies truly shines with it's fantastic walking tour experience. We uncovered fun facts about each spot along the Little Pigeon River.
Mason Hughes
The Gatlinburg scavenger hunt was the perfect outdoor activity in Downtown By The Smokies. Loved solving puzzles around Anakeesta and Reagan Terrace Mall.
Sophia Greenwood
Had a blast on our date at the Gatlinburg Scavenger Hunt. Discovering hidden gems like Hollywood Star Cars Museum made it so memorable.
Lucas Thompson
Exploring Downtown By The Smokies was an unforgettable family outing. We loved visiting the Space Needle and Ripleys Believe It or Not! Odditorium.
Emily Kendrick
What a fun way to explore Gatlinburg! Our team loved visiting landmarks via this walking tour, uncovering stories behind spots like Ripley's Believe It or Not!
Noah Garcia
Downtown By The Smokies is full of surprises! This scavenger hunt highlighted hidden gems like the Little Pigeon River Bridge and quirky art around town.
Mia Rivera
The Gatlinburg Scavenger Hunt is a fantastic outdoor activity. Walking through spots like Fannie Farkle's and Hollywood Star Cars Museum was both fun and educational.
Liam Hughes
A perfect date idea in the Smoky City! We had fun solving puzzles at each spot, especially near Ripley's Mirror Maze and the Space Needle. Highly recommend for couples.
Sophia Logan
Exploring Downtown By The Smokies with the Gatlinburg Scavenger Hunt was a blast. The riddles and challenges made it an engaging family activity. We loved discovering places like Ripley's and Anakeesta.
Ethan Bennett
What a fun outdoor adventure in Gatlinburg! From Hollywood Star Cars Museum to Little Pigeon River Bridge, we saw iconic spots in a unique way.
Olivia Jones
Exploring Downtown By The Smokies on this scavenger hunt was thrilling. Anakeesta and Ripley's Believe It or Not were such fun stops along the way.
Noah Brown
This was a great family activity! The kids loved solving puzzles at places like Fannie Farkle's and we enjoyed learning about local history.
Ava Williams
The scavenger hunt was an amazing date idea. We roamed around Gatlinburg Arcadia Space Needle and laughed through all the quirky missions together.
Emma Johnson
I had a blast with the Gatlinburg Scavenger Hunt. We explored Downtown By The Smokies, solving riddles and discovering hidden gems at every corner.
Liam Smith
Tourists will love this fun thing to do in Gatlinburg, known as the Gateway to the Smokies. Exploring points of interest felt like a real treasure hunt.
Lucas Rayner
The Gatlinburg Scavenger Hunt revealed so many hidden gems like Little Pigeon River Pedestrian Bridge. It was a great way to see Downtown By The Smokies.
Amelia Stone
Downtown By The Smokies was perfect for an outdoor activity. We loved discovering the Hollywood Star Cars Museum and solving riddles along the way.
Ethan Parker
My partner and I enjoyed this unique date idea in Gatlinburg. Highlights included Ripley's Mirror Maze and Reagan Terrace Mall. Such a romantic adventure.
Sophia Masters
I had the best time exploring Downtown By The Smokies with my family. The scavenger hunt led us to Fannie Farkle's and Anakeesta, such fun for everyone.
Oliver Huntley
'The Space Needle provided amazing sights, and we enjoyed every minute of this outdoor activity.' Stillwater is now my favorite nickname for Gatlinburg!
Benjamin Clark
The walking tour through Downtown By The Smokies was perfect for families. My kids loved Ripleys Believe It or Not Odditorium and Reagan Terrace Mall.
Amelia Reed
Perfect date idea in the heart of Gatlinburg! Puzzles by Hollywood Star Cars Museum made our experience special. Highly recommend for couples.
Lucas Foster
Exploring Gatlinburg with the ScavengerHunt.com app was an adventure. The Little Pigeon River Bridge offered stunning views. A great way to spend a day.
Sophie Miller
I had a blast solving riddles and uncovering hidden gems in Downtown By The Smokies. Anakeesta and Ripley's Mirror Maze were unforgettable highlights.
Elliot Brooks
A fun way to see Gatlinburg's highlights! Loved exploring from Space Needle to Ripley's Believe It or Not! A must-do treasure hunt for tourists.
Noah Smith
Our family had a fantastic time on this scavenger hunt. Discovering hidden gems like Paws for Thought in Downtown By The Smokies was thrilling.
Sophia Harris
What an adventure in Gatlinburg! The walking tour led us from Reagan Terrace Mall to Hollywood Star Cars Museum. Perfect outdoor activity.
Oliver Brown
The Gatlinburg Scavenger Hunt made for an unforgettable date. Solving riddles at Anakeesta and strolling by the Little Pigeon River felt magical.
Emma Williams
Exploring Downtown By The Smokies through the scavenger hunt was a blast. From Fannie Farkle's to the Odditorium, every stop was a surprise!
Liam Johnson
This hunt was a great family activity around Downtown By The Smokies. We enjoyed challenges at Paws for Thought and discovering hidden gems together.
Charlotte Bennett
A fun thing to do in Gatlinburg! The scavenger hunt led us through historic spots like Anakeesta while learning quirky history bits along the way.
Harper Stevens
Perfect date idea in Gatlinburg! We loved solving riddles together and exploring places like Ripley's Mirror Maze and Reagan Terrace Mall. Such fun memories.
Oliver Carter
What a fantastic outdoor activity in Gatlinburg! We solved puzzles and admired local art. Highly recommend for anyone visiting the Smoky Mountain Gem.
Samantha Reed
I had an amazing time exploring Downtown By The Smokies. From Fannie Farkle's to the Hollywood Star Cars Museum, every step of the hunt was a new discovery.
Ethan Morrison
The scavenger hunt around Gatlinburg is a gem for tourists. Discovering unique spots like Paws for Thought made it an exciting walking tour.
Oliver Martinez
A family-friendly activity that took us from Gatlinburg Arcadia Space Needle to Hollywood Star Cars Museum. Great teamwork and lots of learning!
Noah Brown
Exploring Downtown By The Smokies on this scavenger hunt was amazing. From the Little Pigeon River Bridge to Reagan Terrace Mall, it was pure joy.
Sophia Williams
Our date in Gatlinburg was unforgettable. The scavenger hunt adventure around spots like Fannie Farkle's brought us closer with every challenge.
Liam Johnson
I loved the Gatlinburg Scavenger Hunt in the Smoky Mountains. Solving puzzles at places like Ripley's Mirror Maze was such a fun outdoor activity.
Emma Carter
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