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Offered languages
- English
Gatlinburg sits at the gateway to the Smokies, but its own story is worth staying in town for.
This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through Gatlinburg on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time.
• Visit the Martha Jane Ogle Cabin, Anakeesta, and the Gatlinburg Space Needle — pioneers, panoramas, and peaks in one walk
• Start when you're ready and walk at your own speed through a town packed with character
• A fun activity for families, couples, and groups exploring the Smoky Mountain gateway
Around 2 hours, any group size, available in English.
All the altitude, none of the cable car queue.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Book your Explorial tour today. Start whenever you want. *** After booking, you’ll receive your game code via text message and a Viator message. *** Download the Explorial app for free. *** Head to the meeting point and enter the game code provided (6 digits) to start the tour.
What to expect
Your first stop is the Martha Jane Ogle Cabin, one of the oldest surviving structures in the area — a tangible connection to the original settlers who carved a life out of these mountain hollows.
Next, the app leads you to Anakeesta, a mountaintop destination with rides, treetop walks, and views across the Great Smoky Mountains that earned their name long before the tourist trade arrived.
From there you head to the Gatlinburg Space Needle, a retro-futurist tower that has watched over the Parkway since 1970 and still delivers panoramic views worth every step.
Allow around 2 hours for the route. Perfect for all ages, and the game can be paused whenever you want to explore further.
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Max 15 people per booking. For larger groups, make multiple bookings.
- After booking you receive a text message and a Viator message with your game code. Download the Explorial app from your appstore. Open the app, enter your 6 digit game code
- Weather & Health Guarantee: If bad weather or illness prevents you from starting the tour, you can simply reschedule it for another day. You can also rebook to a different city or request a refund
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Max 15 people per booking. For larger groups, make multiple bookings.
- After booking you receive a text message and a Viator message with your game code. Download the Explorial app from your appstore. Open the app, enter your 6 digit game code
- Weather & Health Guarantee: If bad weather or illness prevents you from starting the tour, you can simply reschedule it for another day. You can also rebook to a different city or request a refund
- Smartphone required: Bring your own fully charged smartphone with an active mobile data connection to the start of the tour. Please disable any VPN and avoid city Wi-Fi, as these will cause the app to malfunction or disconnect.
- Recommended attire: It’s best to wear weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes — approx. 2 hours of light walking
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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