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Nashville, TN to Gatlinburg, TN Road Trip — Best Stops Along the Way

The best attractions, restaurants, and scenic stops between Nashville, TN and Gatlinburg, TN. 221 mi, approximately 3 hours 40 mins of driving. Real drive times, real ratings, real photos.

Nashville, TN→Gatlinburg, TN

221 mi · 3 hours 40 mins drive · 12 stops found

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12 stops along the way

Rock City Gardens, Lookout Mountain, GA 30750
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Rock City Gardens

Lookout Mountain, GA 30750

2 hrs 13 min from Nashville4.7 (28,023)Nature
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Sunsphere, Knoxville, TN 37902
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Sunsphere

Knoxville, TN 37902

2 hrs 42 min from Nashville4.5 (2,330)Attraction
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The Lost Sea Adventure, Sweetwater, TN 37874
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The Lost Sea Adventure

Sweetwater, TN 37874

2 hrs 55 min from Nashville4.7 (8,324)Attraction
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Greenback Castle, Maryville, TN 37801
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Greenback Castle

Maryville, TN 37801

2 hrs 57 min from Nashville4.3 (590)Attraction
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Seven Islands State Birding Park, Kodak, TN 37764
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Seven Islands State Birding Park

Kodak, TN 37764

3 hrs 2 min from Nashville4.8 (1,798)NatureAttraction
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Tuckaleechee Caverns, Townsend, TN 37882
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Tuckaleechee Caverns

Townsend, TN 37882

3 hrs 14 min from Nashville4.8 (4,910)Attraction
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park,
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park

3 hrs 15 min from Nashville4.9 (50,114)NatureAttraction
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Wahoo Ziplines, Sevierville, TN 37876
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Wahoo Ziplines

Sevierville, TN 37876

3 hrs 18 min from Nashville5.0 (4,411)Attraction
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Titanic Museum Attraction, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
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Titanic Museum Attraction

Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

3 hrs 20 min from Nashville4.6 (23,864)HistoryAttraction
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Castle of Chaos, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
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Castle of Chaos

Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

3 hrs 21 min from Nashville4.4 (387)Family
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Outbreak - Dread the Undead, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
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Outbreak - Dread the Undead

Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

3 hrs 22 min from Nashville4.4 (246)Attraction
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XPERIA: Smoky Mountains, Sevierville, TN 37862
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XPERIA: Smoky Mountains

Sevierville, TN 37862

3 hrs 22 min from Nashville4.3 (801)FamilyHistoryAttraction
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the drive from Nashville, TN to Gatlinburg, TN?

The drive from Nashville, TN to Gatlinburg, TN is 221 mi, taking approximately 3 hours 40 mins without stops. With stops for food, gas, and sightseeing, plan for a full day.

What are the best stops between Nashville, TN and Gatlinburg, TN?

The best stops include scenic overlooks, state parks, historic towns, and local restaurants along the route. Check the stop cards above for top-rated options with real drive times and ratings from Google.

Is the Nashville to Gatlinburg drive scenic?

Yes. The route between Nashville, TN and Gatlinburg, TN passes through several interesting areas. The stops listed above highlight the best scenic, cultural, and food destinations along the way.

Should I make the Nashville to Gatlinburg trip a road trip or just drive straight through?

We recommend making it a road trip. The stops between Nashville, TN and Gatlinburg, TN are worth the detour. Most add less than 30 minutes to your total drive and offer experiences you won't find at highway rest stops.

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