Gatlinburg City Tour

Sightseeing  :  United States  :  Tennessee  :  Gatlinburg  :  City Tours

Come learn the history of Gatlinburg also known as White Oak flats.  Did you ever wonder how Gatlinburg got its name? Before it was the busy little gateway to the Smoky Mountains it was a tiny town called White Oak Flats. Even to this day you still see some things in the area which keep that name. You may even find some residents who refer to the city as White Oak Flats. Gatlinburg and the Smokies have a history, its more than just a gateway to a national park, so come and see why.The Gatlinburg city tour starts off at our store located in the Riverbend Mall in downtown Gatlinburg. From here we depart on a journey into history. Learn the stories of the past and see sites that are more than just buildings, they are history. Get an image and an idea of what this town looked like 100+ years ago back when it was called White Oak Flats. The tour takes you along river sides, into old areas. and through some well known places that have a history you may not have known about. Along the way learn about the locals and the heritage of the Smoky Mountains. This city is more than just a tourist trap with endless shopping and dining. We have stories to tell that will make you appreciate it even more than you did before. You have seen the mountains and you have experienced the city, but you haven't experienced it through the eyes of someone who was born and raised in these mountains and in this city. You will walk away with a greater appreciation for this tiny little town nestled at the foot of the Great Smoky Mountains.