Are you feeling overwhelmed trying to plan your itinerary for the Smoky Mountains? We’re here to help! The area is full of so many great things to do and see, from trails that wind through the stunning beauty of the Smokies to award-winning attractions, so deciding what to do each day in Gatlinburg can be a challenge. There’s one must that should always be included in your plans: breakfast with us! Here is how to plan a day in Gatlinburg starting at Log Cabin Pancake House:
1. Begin with Breakfast at Log Cabin Pancake House
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and there’s no better place to fuel up for all of your adventures than Log Cabin Pancake House! Our Gatlinburg breakfast restaurant is famous for large meals, fluffy pancakes, and Southern breakfast classics. Whether you’re filling up on eggs and crispy bacon, our famous pancakes, or hearty, all-you-can-eat biscuits and gravy, you’ll have all the energy you need to attack the rest of your day in Gatlinburg.
2. Explore Great Smoky Mountains National Park
The best time to visit Great Smoky Mountains National Park is in the morning before peak crowds file in. After you’ve filled up on pancakes or other breakfast items, head to the park for all different types of outdoor adventures. Whether you want to hike the trails, take a scenic drive along roads that twist and turn, or see historical sites in places like Cades Cove, you’re sure to have a great time exploring everything the national park has to offer!
3. Visit Downtown Gatlinburg
After you’ve finished up at the national park, take some time to explore downtown Gatlinburg. Walk down the Gatlinburg Strip and see what unique shops you come across. Grab a bite to eat at one of the many great restaurants downtown. Some of the best vacation memories come from things you didn’t expect when you take the time to explore downtown Gatlinburg.
4. Family Fun at Gatlinburg Attractions
Gatlinburg is famous for a variety of attractions that are both entertaining for all ages and one-of-a-kind! Decide on which of these attractions in town are most important for you and your family to visit. Whether you’re exploring the underwater world at Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies, soaking up stellar views from the Gatlinburg SkyLift, or enjoying all the fun at Ober Mountain, you can’t go wrong at any of the popular attractions during a day in Gatlinburg!
5. Wind Down with a Cozy Evening In
It can be tempting to fill your itinerary with even more things to do, but downtime is equally as important on vacation so you don’t overdo it. The evening is a perfect time to kick back with friends or family, whether you’re staying in a cabin, condo, or hotel. Watch a sunset from your hotel balcony, relax in the hot tub at your cabin, or put on a movie and cozy up by the fireplace while spending quality time with loved ones.
Dining at Log Cabin Pancake House
Starting your day in Gatlinburg with breakfast at Log Cabin Pancake House sets the tone for a memorable experience, no matter what you have planned! Before you visit, take a look at our menu to start thinking about what you will have to eat at our restaurant!
