Fun square with many shops and crafts as well as coffee, Creamy and pottery with restaurant all in…read morea outdoor or indoor setting Parking is always a small challenge But didn't deter us from great food and a relaxing atmosphere

The Old Mill in Pigeon Forge is one of those places that combines history, charm, and great food…read moreall in one stop. Built in 1830, the gristmill has been grinding grain for nearly 200 years, and you can still see the iconic water wheel turning on the Little Pigeon River today. It's a true piece of living history and one of the most photographed spots in the Smoky Mountains. One of the best parts is that the mill is still in operation. The flour and cornmeal ground here are used daily at the Old Mill Restaurant, which serves up some of the best Southern comfort food you'll find in the area. The biscuits, pancakes, and cornbread taste extra special knowing they're made from grain ground right on-site. You can also purchase bags of their flour and mixes at the General Store to take a little piece of Pigeon Forge home with you. The surrounding Old Mill Square adds even more charm, with a pottery shop, candy kitchen, and local boutiques. It's the perfect place to stroll, shop, and soak up the atmosphere. If you're visiting Pigeon Forge, The Old Mill is a must-see--historic, delicious, and unforgettable. https://linktr.ee/reessroots

Old Forge Plaza has tons to offer. Aside from the local gas station, this is the only location in…read morethe area that we revisited during our 4-day/5-night stay. There's the distillery where you can do free moonshine tastings (with an "s"). There are also shops for leathersmithing, blacksmithing, pottery and more. There are restaurants and a old-fashioned candy store with taffy, fudge and more made onsite. The employees of all the different shops provided great service and were all very nice and welcoming. Some of the pricing was a bit high, but these aren't items that you'll find on Walmart shelves. They are unique and hand-crafted.

Old Forge Plaza…read more Always interesting with several shops. Very limited parking, but adjacent to Patriot Park.

Small strip mall across the River from the island…read more There is a Burlington and a Nike Store. Right in the out lot is the big bungee swing, the drops too. There is a wine and slush wine spot, general store, Cinnaholic, Junction 35 and many more stores too. The parking lot has a big section of turf, seating and big chess boards too.

This is a super cute area! My family ate at Downtown Flavortown then walked around the shops a…read morelittle bit. There's a good amount of shops and something that would interest just about everyone. There's also a super nice green space complete with games and rides.

Great general sore to find trinkets for your house or kitchen! I loved the spice room and all the…read morepre made mixes. Ended up buying a "MaMa" hat and a sticker. This seems like the kind of store that every time you visit you may find a totally different section. The quilt room was pretty impressive as well. At the counter the ladies were extremely friendly and loved on our little baby. The were selling fudge and what looked like hot roasted nuts.

This is an enormous building with both a restaurant and a large gift/candy shop. The two entities…read moreare in two separated spaces, so we didn't get a smell of bacon and pancakes while we shopped next door, but we did get a whiff of the many candles, body goods, warm candied nuts and hand pies. This shop is a tad cluttered and overwhelming but if you have the time and patience to weave through the tight spaces, you will absolutely find something fun and fabulous. There seemed to be sections of body/beauty, hats and clothing, a flag and decor area, an area with canned/bottled goodies and dip mixes, nostalgic candy, a counter with fudges, hand pies, ice cream, and candied nuts, a section with books and toys and many (MANY!) gift ideas and Smoky Mountain souvenirs. We also loved that the local Dancing Bean Coffee sells beans in bulk here. We have been using the Turtle flavor daily the last few days and love how smooth and subtle the flavor is, not overpoweringly sweet like many flavored coffees. The service was amazing-patient, prompt, and friendly. The candied pecans are the best I've ever had. They have been wonderful on salads and on a charcuterie board since I brought them home. The pricing wasn't extremely high either! For the fudge, ice cream, book, coffee, candy, popcorn seasoning, and nuts we purchased, I think we spend around $30. Not too shabby!

We stopped at the Spur Welcome Center during our Smoky Mountain vacation and were impressed by how…read moremodern and updated the facility feels. The staff were friendly and helpful, and there were plenty of maps, brochures, coupons for local attractions, and souvenirs to browse while we planned our adventures. The location is one of its biggest advantages. Compared to the smaller downtown visitor center, I much prefer this one because it's easier to get in and out of, has ample parking, and feels less hectic than navigating the busy Parkway area. It's a convenient stop whether you're heading into Gatlinburg or the national park. One thing to note is the new park parking policy: if you park for more than 15 minutes inside the Smokies, you'll need to purchase a parking tag. I was initially a little frustrated by that, but I understand the need to help support park operations and visitor services. Later, I learned the parking tag revenue goes to the federal government (currently being used on DC projects) rather than staying at this specific visitor center or within the local community, which was disappointing to me personally. Overall, this is a clean, welcoming, and well-organized visitor center that makes a great first stop before exploring the Smokies.

The Gatlinburg Welcome Center is a good stop for local information and Great Smoky Mountains…read moreNational Park updates. We made several visits to the center to pick up maps, parking passes, shirts, post cards and gifts. The staff is super friendly, helpful and will answer questions. Prices are reasonable. They carry hiking and Park guides. I highly recommend picking up maps because internet connectivity is rarely available in the Park. Free maps are available and specialty guides are only $1. Restrooms are available at the Center. There is limited parking and a larger lot up the hill. We always found parking no matter what time of day that we visited. The Center is also a stop and provides parking to ride the free trolly that goes to Pigeon Forge or Gatlinburg.

Giftville is a gift shop and tourist shop located in the shooing center of elks plaza on the…read morepopular parkway strip on downtown Gatlinburg. Stopped in here while browsing the strip. My oldest was on search of an airbrushed shirt to commemorate or trip to the city. She was unsuccessful here but we did end up grabbing a few pieces of jewelry for the older girls and some stuffed animals for the little ones. Overall pretty standard high and tourist shop. Pricing f as expected a bit on the high end but this was a larger and more spacious gift shop for the area.

Customer service was great but the prices were even better! We went to all the souvenir shops in…read moreGatlinburg and this by far was my favorite , it also has parking which is a rarity for downtown Gatlinburg , it's located right next to a coffee shop, perfect place to get clothes, magnets, mugs, gatlinburg bears so really anything that resembles Gatlinburg!

Really nice spot! Only problem was the limited places within…read more Food/Drink: Snacks and what not. Dinning Area: None. Prices: Relatively inexpensive, minus the big ticket items. Parking: Plenty of space, side and back private lots. Bathrooms: Bathrooms were clean and decent in size. Stock: Plenty of items, all stocked well. Clearly priced, and placed in correct areas. Atmosphere: During the winter, pretty slow. I did not wait long at the cashier, Christmas tree and menorah up in the lobby. Staff/Attendants: Staff was Great, Lady at the front cashier was nice, and respectful. Quick process in and out. Nice experience! 7/10

Vary nice and never hungry there are many food palaces in there also wish it was a little bigger…read morethough

Tons of little Shops with handmade goodies and collectibles with a cafe inside also and a soda shop.read more

Great shopping! Shopkeepers are super nice and very helpful. Good place to support locals!…read more Purchased a painting and some 3D wooden cutouts to take home with us. Loved sharing and connecting with the shop owners.