Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Cosby

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Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Cosby

Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
4.7 (25162 ratings)4.5 (13207 ratings)
Sprawling aquarium showcasing sharks, sea turtles, string rays, penguins & a glass-bottom boat ride.
88 River Rd, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, USA
AquariumNature & Parks
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
4.9 (40325 ratings)5 (862 ratings)
Millions visit the campgrounds, trails, fishing streams, flora & fauna at this recreation area.
National parkNature & Parks
Clingmans Dome
Clingmans Dome
4.8 (1596 ratings)4.5 (2582 ratings)
Mountain with a seasonal road, paved trail & observation tower, plus an information center & store.
Forneys Creek, NC 28713, USA
Mountain peakNature & ParksMountains
Mentioned by Smoky Mountain National Park
5 Unbeatable Views in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park
"Clingmans Dome is the highest point in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, standing at 6,643 feet. The best spot to take in the sights is from the observation tower, which offers 360-degree views of the Smoky Mountains and beyond. The half-mile walk to the top of the tower is well worth it!"
Mentioned by Tripster Travel Guide
5 Best Spots for Great Smoky Mountains National Park Pictures
"You can easily combine the views at Newfound Gap with a visit to Clingman’s Dome as its just 7 miles away. Now, those 7 miles are quite curvy, but still—it’s easy enough. Plus, Clingmans’ Dome is the highest point in the Great Smoky Mountains at 6,643 feet."
Mentioned by Visit My Smokies
10 Photos of the Most Scenic Places to Visit in the Smoky Mountains
"At 6,643 feet, Clingmans Dome is the highest point in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. That’s why it’s no secret that the Clingmans Dome Observation Tower offers the best views of the mountains!. On clear days, views can expand over 100 miles."
Parrot Mountain and Gardens
Parrot Mountain and Gardens
4.8 (3582 ratings)4.5 (3870 ratings)
Peaceful Bible-inspired garden & parrot preserve offering chances to interact with rare birds.
1471 McCarter Hollow Rd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37862, USA
GardenNature & ParksPark
Grotto Falls
Grotto Falls
4.8 (973 ratings)4.5 (791 ratings)
A 3-mile trail runs through forest & behind this 25-foot waterfall in the Great Smoky Mountains.
Trillium Gap Trail, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, USA
WaterfallNature & ParksHiking Trails
Mentioned by VacationIdea
25 Best Things to Do in the Great Smoky Mountains
"Grotto Falls is accessible via the Trillium Gap Trail, the trailhead of which can be found on the Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail. On the 3-mile round trip, which is of moderate difficulty, hikers will traverse old hemlock forests in a peaceful atmosphere until they reach the falls. The trail actually leads directly behind the cascading water of Grotto Falls, offering a unique and gorgeous point of view for visitors, and the 25-foot-tall waterfall is a cool and beautiful destination."
Mentioned by Tripster Travel Guide
10 of the Best Waterfall Hikes in the Great Smoky Mountains
"Access trail: Trillium Gap Trail on the Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail. Hiking to Grotto Falls is a unique experience as it’s the only waterfall in the Smokies you can stand behind. Tumbling 25-feet, the falls are an enjoyable place to visit not only for the views but for the exploration available."
Mentioned by Hiking In The Smokys
Best Easy Hikes Great Smoky Mountains National Park | Easy Smokies Hikes
"Grotto Falls is the only waterfall in Great Smoky Mountains National Park that a person can actually walk behind. The 25-foot high waterfall offers a cool, shady, and moist retreat for summer hikers. This same environment also provides ideal habitat for salamanders as well."
All Sauced Up #2
All Sauced Up #2
4.7 (248 ratings)4.5 (104 ratings)
3325 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863, USA
Gourmet grocery storeSights & LandmarksKitchen supply storeNovelty storePoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by Gatlinburg Cabin Rentals-Pigeon Forge Cabin Rentals
Top 8 Places to Go Shopping in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg
"This unique store in Pigeon Forge sells gourmet specialty foods and offers over 150 products for sampling each day. Guests will have the chance to try free samples of jams, jellies, salsas, peanut butter, BBQ sauces, salad dressings, and many other dips and sauces. You’ll never be far from All Sauced Up, as the company boasts locations in both Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge."
Mentioned by Sevierville Hotel near Pigeon Forge, TN - Oak Tree Lodge
8 Must-Visit Shops in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg
"Are you preparing for holiday meals with the family or a backyard bbq with friends?. If you so, All Sauced Up has everything you need to add a dash of flavor and deliciousness to your culinary creations!. You’ll find them on both the main strip of Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg."
Laurel Falls Trail
Laurel Falls Trail
4.7 (56 ratings)4.5 (1276 ratings)
Popular 2.6-mile hiking route through old-growth forest with waterfall views & a lookout tower.
Tennessee 37862, USA
Nature & ParksWaterfalls
First United Methodist Church
First United Methodist Church
4.9 (24 ratings)5 (21 ratings)
742 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, USA
ChurchSights & LandmarksMethodist churchPoints of Interest & LandmarksChurches & Cathedrals
Mentioned by Great Smoky National Park Trips
Cades Cove Scenic Drive in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
"McCampbell was a blacksmith, carpenter, and the church’s minister. The original log building was replaced with the current one in 1902. As with the Primitive Baptist Church, America’s Civil War divided the church."
Mt Cammerer
Mt Cammerer
4.3 (12 ratings)5 (22 ratings)
Great Smoky Mountain peak with a tough hiking trail to a 1930s lookout at its 4,928-ft. summit.
Cataloochee, NC 28785
Mountain peakSights & LandmarksObservation Decks & Towers
Mentioned by Cabins USA Gatlinburg in the Great Smoky Mountains
6 Fire Towers & Observation Towers in the Smoky Mountains
"The fire tower on Mt. Cammerer in the Cosby region of the Smoky Mountains National Park is arguably one of the most picturesque fire towers in the Eastern United States. This historic lookout tower is known as a "western style" fire tower, since it is built much closer to the ridge than other fire towers in the Appalachian mountains. A western style fire tower is shorter, but since it is nestled on a high, exposed ridge it provides an excellent view."
Mentioned by under30experiences.com
Top Hikes in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
"Recognized by many as one of the best views in Smoky Mountain National Park, Mount Cammerer stands at a height of 4,928-feet (1, 502 meters). A fire tower at the summit can still be climbed offering an incredible view of the Pigeon River Gorge and the rolling foothills of the Southern Appalachians. 360-degree panorama of the North Carolina and Tennessee Smokies."
Mentioned by Whitewater Rafting in Tennessee - White Water Attraction near Gatlinburg TN - Pigeon Forge Rafting
Top 6 Fall Hikes in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park
"The hike to Mt. Cammerer is also considered difficult because of its 11.9-mile roundtrip length. Along your hike to the top, you’ll definitely see the fall colors in the trees. You’ll also pass the trail that leads to the Appalachian Trail, and there are plenty of rocky parts."
French Broad Outpost Dude Ranch
French Broad Outpost Dude Ranch
4.3 (33 ratings)4.5 (23 ratings)
Rustic rooms at an all-inclusive dude ranch offering family-style meals & horseback riding.
461 Old River Rd, Del Rio, TN 37727, USA
Dude ranchSights & LandmarksHotelResortRanches

Best Arts and Culture Places in Cosby

Thomas Kinkade Gallery & Gifts
Thomas Kinkade Gallery & Gifts
4.8 (240 ratings)4.5 (106 ratings)
4030 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863, USA
Art galleryMuseumsGift shop
Jim Gray Gallery
Jim Gray Gallery
4.9 (36 ratings)
670 Glades Rd, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, USA
Art galleryCraft storePicture frame shopPottery store
Master's Editions Village Gallery
Master's Editions Village Gallery
4.8 (59 ratings)5 (3 ratings)
634 Parkway #24, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, USA
Art galleryMuseums

Best Donuts in Cosby

Krispy Kreme
Krispy Kreme
4.5 (1172 ratings)
Longtime chain serving a variety of donut flavors & shapes, plus coffee & frozen drinks.
717 Winfield Dunn Pkwy Suite 1, Sevierville, TN 37876, USA
Donut shopCoffee shopDessert shopFast food restaurant
Krispy Kreme Pigeon Forge
Krispy Kreme Pigeon Forge
4.6 (3748 ratings)
Longtime chain serving a variety of donut flavors & shapes, plus coffee & frozen drinks.
4074 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863, USA
Donut shopCoffee shopDessert shopFast food restaurant
Courthouse Donuts
Courthouse Donuts
4.7 (238 ratings)
Donuts with many icings & toppings, plus sandwiches, feature at this courthouse-adjacent cafe.
160 Court Ave, Sevierville, TN 37862, USA
Donut shopAmerican restaurantCoffee shopDeliDiner

Best Diners in Cosby

THE DINER
THE DINER
4.2 (3120 ratings)
1950s-style silver diner with breakfast all day, burgers & other casual eats, plus housemade treats.
550 Winfield Dunn Pkwy, Sevierville, TN 37876, USA
RestaurantBreakfast restaurantBrunch restaurantCatererCoffee shopDinerHamburger restaurant
Mentioned by Appleview River Resort
4 Unique Restaurants In Sevierville TN You Have To Try
"When it comes to the unique restaurants in Sevierville TN, you won’t want to miss at least one meal at The Diner. This locally owned American diner features all your favorite traditional diner fare, ranging from home cooked meals to burgers, fries, and milkshakes!. The Diner is also a great destination when you just want a dessert to top off your day in the Smokies, so this is the place to go for homemade pies, cheesecakes, cobblers, and ice cream sundaes!"
Mentioned by Hearthside Cabin Rentals in the Smokies
Top 7 Unique Places To Eat In Sevierville TN You Can’t Miss
"This restaurant looks like you went back in time to the 1950s with classic stool and booth seating, as well as the rest of the decor. Plus, you can enjoy classic diner dishes!. They have salads, burgers, and hot dogs."
Sunliner Diner Pigeon Forge
Sunliner Diner Pigeon Forge
4.6 (5475 ratings)
2302 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863, USA
DinerRestaurant
Mentioned by Cherokee Lodge Condos
Top 4 Themed Restaurants In Pigeon Forge You Need To Experience
"Take a trip back to the 1950’s with an amazing meal at the Sunliner Diner. As one of the top themed restaurants in Pigeon Forge, this restaurant features a beautiful chrome exterior, classic cars, vintage retail shop, and an interior themed to match!. The charming ambiance is just half of the fun as the menu contains all the American classics, including burgers, club sandwiches, milkshakes, banana splits, and root beer floats!"
Mentioned by thesmokies.com
Top restaurants with all day breakfast in Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg
"If you’re craving a breakfast and a blast from the past, check out Sunliner Diner, conveniently located along the Parkway in Pigeon Forge. The breakfast is served all day and features items such as eggs benedict, pancakes, waffles, omelettes and more. They have two locations in the United States, with the other location in Alabama."
Haywood 209 Cafe
Haywood 209 Cafe
4.4 (1050 ratings)
3360 Crabtree Rd, Waynesville, NC 28785, USA
RestaurantBakeryCafeDiner
Mentioned by Visit NC Smokies
Best Breakfast Restaurants in Haywood County | Blog
"Highway 209 is a gorgeous stretch of asphalt that’ll take you up by Lake Junaluska, right along the Pigeon River, and eventually, to Haywood 209 Cafe. Here, they’re whipping up overflowing breakfast plates and serving locally-roasted coffee from Smoky Mountain Roasters—all for shockingly reasonable prices. Don’t leave without trying the Toad in a Hole for breakfast!"

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Cosby

Hand-Crafted Creekside Treehouse with Grill
Apartment
$89 /night
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Koeve's Cove
House
$116 /night
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4.8 (25 reviews)
Serenity Ridge is a cozy two bedroom lakefront home. Pet-Friendly
Guest Suite · 6 Guests · 2 Bedrooms
$250 /night*
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