Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Cherokee February 2026 | Expedia.ca [Cherokee Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Cherokee.dx6058529)[Hotels in Cherokee](https://expedia.ca/Cherokee-Hotels.d6058529.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Cherokee](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Cherokee.d6058529.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Cherokee Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Cherokee.d6058529.Car-Rental-Guide)[Cherokee Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Cherokee.d6058529.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Cherokee, NC ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Cherokee Types of activities Where to stay [Cherokee travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Cherokee.dx6058529) ![Dillsboro](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183746/90052829-9712-48bc-9578-9f384f9712d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dillsboro](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183746/90052829-9712-48bc-9578-9f384f9712d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dillsboro](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183746/1e8e953d-1789-4bda-9088-7446d3b03a67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cherokee](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6058529/c304204d-47db-4368-bf09-dc931c3cccf2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cherokee](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532656840/44b51a87-8a75-4874-a6ad-315b4fcc1722.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Cherokee Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Cherokee has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Cherokee is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Cherokee to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Cherokee Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Cherokee. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Cherokee attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Cherokee ### Tours & day trips [See all 40 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6058529&location=Cherokee&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Gatlinburg Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48919904/46fc9e61-0920-4b2c-bdd0-ecd680a26cdb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Gatlinburg Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride 5m 9.4/10 8 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $23 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/gatlinburg-moonshine-mountain-coaster-ride.a48919904.activity-details?&rid=6058529&location=Cherokee&swp=off) ![Foxfire Mountain: Hiking & Swinging Bridge Family Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4537298/c7ca206e-f293-4d27-bc02-33d7f76c0342.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Foxfire Mountain: Hiking & Swinging Bridge Family Adventure 9/10 8 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $37 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/foxfire-mountain-hiking-swinging-bridge-family-adventure.a4537298.activity-details?&rid=6058529&location=Cherokee&swp=off) ![Smoky Mountain Tour: Self-Guided Drive](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4096719/0db0fb52-c160-458f-9a18-034b7d7d1e04.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Smoky Mountain Tour: Self-Guided Drive 365d 8.2/10 20 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $23 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/great-smoky-mountains-national-park-self-guided-driving-tour.a4096719.activity-details?&rid=6058529&location=Cherokee&swp=off) ![Gatlinburg Ghost Tours: Gilded Age Graves and Ghouls](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4544839/ba5ba120-7784-440d-a13e-bc107c8b0775.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Gatlinburg Ghost Tours: Gilded Age Graves and Ghouls 1h+ 8.4/10 32 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $37 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/gatlinburg-haunted-ghost-tour.a4544839.activity-details?&rid=6058529&location=Cherokee&swp=off) ![Sevierville: Extreme Mountain Zip Lining Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50105853/ba892474-7f90-409d-976d-6248a5544292.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sevierville: Extreme Mountain Zip Lining Adventure 2h 10/10 8 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $149 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sevierville-extreme-mountain-zip-lining-adventure.a50105853.activity-details?&rid=6058529&location=Cherokee&swp=off) ![Historic River Town Ramble](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1354744/64b59793-304e-4124-b094-4d7d45731d1d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Historic River Town Ramble 3h 30m 10/10 12 Viator reviews Free cancellation available ~~CA $117~~CA $99 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/explore-a-simpler-time-smoky-mountain-tour.a1354744.activity-details?&rid=6058529&location=Cherokee&swp=off) ![Cades Cove: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5184948/3ac1e253-f0c2-48a7-8403-d4d5b05f2452.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cades Cove: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour 365d 8/10 3 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $21 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/cades-cove-self-guided-driving-tour.a5184948.activity-details?&rid=6058529&location=Cherokee&swp=off) ![Over the Top Tour in Oconaluftee](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46623840/f51956b6-c8ae-448f-899b-152f51d352bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Over the Top Tour in Oconaluftee 5h 10/10 5 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $205 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/over-the-top-tour-in-oconaluftee.a46623840.activity-details?&rid=6058529&location=Cherokee&swp=off) ![quad bike, Zipline,Wildlife Encounter,Food Tasting and Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49061707/01dab379-2ed4-4e6e-b426-846115a3bf6c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### quad bike, Zipline,Wildlife Encounter,Food Tasting and Beach 5h Free cancellation available CA $219 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/quad-bike-zipline-food-tasting-and-beach-in-roatan.a49061707.activity-details?&rid=6058529&location=Cherokee&swp=off) ![Gatlinburg Ghosts of The Smokies Most Haunted Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3620707/607a7be4-5cb5-4c44-a17a-6c96caf9e4ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Gatlinburg Ghosts of The Smokies Most Haunted Tour 1h 8.8/10 67 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $45 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/gatlinburg-haunts-thrilling-dark-history-walking-ghost-tour.a3620707.activity-details?&rid=6058529&location=Cherokee&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 16 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6058529&location=Cherokee&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Smoky Mountain Tour: Self-Guided Drive](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4096719/0db0fb52-c160-458f-9a18-034b7d7d1e04.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Smoky Mountain Tour: Self-Guided Drive 365d 8.2/10 20 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $23 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/great-smoky-mountains-national-park-self-guided-driving-tour.a4096719.activity-details?&rid=6058529&location=Cherokee&swp=off) ![Cades Cove: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5184948/3ac1e253-f0c2-48a7-8403-d4d5b05f2452.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cades Cove: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour 365d 8/10 3 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $21 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/cades-cove-self-guided-driving-tour.a5184948.activity-details?&rid=6058529&location=Cherokee&swp=off) ![Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Great Smoky Mountains](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5260266/64ea6964-f928-44a1-82a5-2c2524db63fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Great Smoky Mountains 1d 10/10 25 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $27 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/great-smoky-mountains-national-park-audio-driving-tour.a5260266.activity-details?&rid=6058529&location=Cherokee&swp=off) ![Great Smoky Mountains Self-Guided Scenic Drive and Audio Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51041918/f711b9b2-275d-4522-a0c5-6920fc89d99d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Great Smoky Mountains Self-Guided Scenic Drive and Audio Tour 3h Free cancellation available CA $21 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/smoky-mountains-cataloochee-valley-private-tour.a51041918.activity-details?&rid=6058529&location=Cherokee&swp=off) ![Appalachian Mountain Scenic Drives: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46297148/804b0a0d-0dc4-4079-b684-648c5c8b366e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Appalachian Mountain Scenic Drives: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle 365d Free cancellation available CA $55 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/blue-ridge-shenandoah-cades-cove-great-smoky-self-guided-bundle-tours.a46297148.activity-details?&rid=6058529&location=Cherokee&swp=off) ![Great Smoky Mountains National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47514001/785f439d-b751-4ce1-8535-ffcb5d759e1d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Great Smoky Mountains National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour 15h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available CA $22 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-private-audio-guided-great-smoky-mountains-national-park.a47514001.activity-details?&rid=6058529&location=Cherokee&swp=off) ![Great Smoky & Shenandoah National Park Driving Audio Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47506659/9985a351-e3b7-4b47-ba5c-a4b314e90fd4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Great Smoky & Shenandoah National Park Driving Audio Tour 365d Free cancellation available CA $37 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/great-smoky-shenandoah-national-park-driving-audio-tour.a47506659.activity-details?&rid=6058529&location=Cherokee&swp=off) ![Great Smoky & Cades Cove Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46232775/cc3f0077-7367-45a2-8892-ed33b9e44c0d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Great Smoky & Cades Cove Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle 365d 8/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available CA $34 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/great-smoky-cades-cove-self-guided-driving-audio-tour-bundle.a46232775.activity-details?&rid=6058529&location=Cherokee&swp=off) ![Appalachia Self-Guided Tour Bundle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49656017/14595e18-891e-4bf8-bfe2-d5aa5df52565.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Appalachia Self-Guided Tour Bundle 6d Free cancellation available CA $48 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/appalachia-audio-tour-bundle-experience.a49656017.activity-details?&rid=6058529&location=Cherokee&swp=off) ![Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47424635/e747fbdf-9fe0-482b-911d-12645246395c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle 3d 4/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available CA $33 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/complete-blue-ridge-parkway-tour-bundle.a47424635.activity-details?&rid=6058529&location=Cherokee&swp=off) ### Wildlife & nature [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6058529&location=Cherokee&filter.categories=WildlifeNature) ![Smoky Mountains National Park Half Day Fly Fishing](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47293364/32671020-c1f1-4cdb-a71e-453e57953c1f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Smoky Mountains National Park Half Day Fly Fishing 4h 9.6/10 5 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $342 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/smoky-mountains-national-park-half-day-fly-fishing.a47293364.activity-details?&rid=6058529&location=Cherokee&swp=off) ![3 - 3.5 HR Smoky Mtn. Cherokee Eco Elk Safari Jeep Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50932328/92d672fd-5c33-4a9a-b653-04d9a70db91a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 3 - 3.5 HR Smoky Mtn. Cherokee Eco Elk Safari Jeep Adventure 4h CA $205 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/3-3-5-hr-smoky-mtn-cherokee-eco-elk-safari-jeep-adventure.a50932328.activity-details?&rid=6058529&location=Cherokee&swp=off) ![3-3.5 HR UTV ECO Elk Wilderness Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45901034/cec0717e-1570-4e1f-8b68-87c4e9c8fcdf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 3-3.5 HR UTV ECO Elk Wilderness Adventure 3h 9.4/10 3 Viator reviews CA $752 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/scenic-off-road-elk-eco-private-tour.a45901034.activity-details?&rid=6058529&location=Cherokee&swp=off) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6058529) ## Recommended things to do in Cherokee | Number of things to do | 50 | | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Roaring Fork Trail Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour](/things-to-do/roaring-fork-trail-self-guided-driving-audio-tour.a47506273.activity-details): CA $14 | | Top 5 things to do | [Anakeesta - Enjoy the Magic in the Mountains](/things-to-do/enjoy-the-magic-in-the-mountains-of-beautiful-anakeesta.a559087.activity-details)[Gatlinburg Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride](/things-to-do/gatlinburg-moonshine-mountain-coaster-ride.a48919904.activity-details)[Smoky Mountain Tour: Self-Guided Drive](/things-to-do/great-smoky-mountains-national-park-self-guided-driving-tour.a4096719.activity-details)[Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride](/things-to-do/moonshine-mountain-coaster-ride.a4889665.activity-details)[Impossibilities Magic Show in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee](/things-to-do/impossibilities-magic-show-at-the-iris-theatre-ticket.a739201.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride](/things-to-do/moonshine-mountain-coaster-ride.a4889665.activity-details)[Impossibilities Magic Show in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee](/things-to-do/impossibilities-magic-show-at-the-iris-theatre-ticket.a739201.activity-details)[Bryson City: Nantahala River Guided Whitewater Rafting Trip](/things-to-do/bryson-city-nantahala-river-guided-whitewater-rafting-trip.a48333751.activity-details)[Bryson City: Zip Line Adventure Park Pass with Gear](/things-to-do/bryson-city-zip-line-adventure-park-pass-with-gear.a47958599.activity-details)[Historic River Town Ramble](/things-to-do/explore-a-simpler-time-smoky-mountain-tour.a1354744.activity-details) | | With kids | [Anakeesta - Enjoy the Magic in the Mountains](/things-to-do/enjoy-the-magic-in-the-mountains-of-beautiful-anakeesta.a559087.activity-details)[Gatlinburg Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride](/things-to-do/gatlinburg-moonshine-mountain-coaster-ride.a48919904.activity-details)[Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride](/things-to-do/moonshine-mountain-coaster-ride.a4889665.activity-details)[Impossibilities Magic Show in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee](/things-to-do/impossibilities-magic-show-at-the-iris-theatre-ticket.a739201.activity-details)[Bryson City: Nantahala River Guided Whitewater Rafting Trip](/things-to-do/bryson-city-nantahala-river-guided-whitewater-rafting-trip.a48333751.activity-details) | ## What to do in Cherokee --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Cherokee ![Harrahs Cherokee Casino](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6172273/0cbad492-1088-4615-823f-eb8d5edb7f5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Harrahs Cherokee Casino Why not roll the dice by visiting Harrahs Cherokee Casino where you can enjoy the games and entertainment of this top casino in Cherokee? Discover the mountain views and casinos in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.ca/Harrahs-Cherokee-Casino-Cherokee.d6172273.Vacation-Attraction) ![Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6181598/0dea9155-373b-48ba-a1d2-ce86b3f92c2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama You can get tickets for a performance at Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama during your trip to Cherokee. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.ca/Unto-These-Hills-Outdoor-Drama-Cherokee.d6181598.Vacation-Attraction) ![Museum of the Cherokee Indian showing interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6181606/9544b996-e328-44f3-94ba-fa56a916978c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Museum of the Cherokee Indian This remarkable site pieces together thousands of years of Cherokee Indian history through multimedia exhibits, ancient artifacts and life-size figures. [](https://expedia.ca/Museum-Of-The-Cherokee-Indian-Downtown-Cherokee.d6181606.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cherokee_SmokeyMountainGold&RubyMine_553248621532656839_01](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532656839/a957a903-3368-4802-a907-f893ac470898.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine You can find out about the history of Cherokee with a trip to Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.ca/Smokey-Mountain-Gold-Ruby-Mine-Cherokee.d553248621532656839.Vacation-Attraction) ![Soco Falls showing a waterfall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532656840/82671fc2-5ba9-46a1-b17e-7ea1db310ff8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Soco Falls Explore the great outdoors at Soco Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Cherokee. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Soco-Falls-Cherokee.d553248621532656840.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cherokee_SantasLandFamilyThemeParkandZoo_553248621532656835_02](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532656835/bacb555e-3bac-4d4b-bca0-6ffb13904c62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo See the exotic and native animals who call Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo home during your travels in Cherokee. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.ca/Santas-Land-Family-Theme-Park-And-Zoo-Cherokee.d553248621532656835.Vacation-Attraction) ![BJB63N American native village Cherokee Great Smoky Mountains National Park North Carolina in USA United States America](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532656823/c3d9430b-47e6-449f-9c07-968b1679e8aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oconaluftee Indian Village You can spend time studying the exhibits at Oconaluftee Indian Village during your travels in Cherokee. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.ca/Oconaluftee-Indian-Village-Cherokee.d553248621532656823.Vacation-Attraction) ![Oconaluftee Islands Park which includes a garden and forest scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532656837/e9802570-3bd8-483f-a8fb-128464ff76ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oconaluftee Islands Park Enjoy the mountain views and explore Oconaluftee Islands Park, a lovely green space in Cherokee. Amble within the natural setting or visit the casinos in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Oconaluftee-Islands-Park-Cherokee.d553248621532656837.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mingo Falls which includes a river or creek and a cascade](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635754762509/f303dbfd-41dc-4e45-a9aa-3b94b4cc215b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mingo Falls Explore the great outdoors at Mingo Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Cherokee. 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