Gatlinburg Space Needle, Gatlinburg

Name: Gatlinburg Space Needle
Address: 115 Historic Nature Trl, Gatlinburg, 37738-3321, United States
Telephone: +1 865-436-4629

#4 among attractions in Gatlinburg

Tower, Top attraction, Observation decks and towers, View point, More...

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Facts and practical information

The Gatlinburg Space Needle is a 407 feet tall observation tower in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, United States. The tower has an outdoor observation level that provides a 360 degree view of the Great Smoky Mountains and the city of Gatlinburg. Upon completion in 1969, it was the second tallest tower in the state of Tennessee. Currently it is the fifth tallest in the state, after several non-guyed TV and radio towers. ()

Completed: 1969 (55 years ago)Top floor height: 342 ftCoordinates: 35°42'39"N, 83°31'6"W

Address

115 Historic Nature TrlGatlinburg 37738-3321 United States

Contact

+1 865-436-4629

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Day trips

Gatlinburg Space Needle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Ober Gatlinburg, Museum of Salt and Pepper Shakers, Mountain Mall, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.

~1130 ftSW
Amusement, Nature and wildlife, Amusement park
Ober Gatlinburg, Gatlinburg
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the Smoky Mountains, Ober Gatlinburg stands as a beacon of fun and excitement in the charming city of Gatlinburg, Tennessee. This unique amusement park and ski area offers a delightful mix of outdoor adventure and family-friendly attractions...
1 miNE
Museum, Specialty museum
Museum of Salt and Pepper Shakers, Gatlinburg
25 min walk • The Museum of Salt and Pepper Shakers is located in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. It houses more than 20,000 pairs of salt and pepper shakers from all over the world. There is also a sister museum in El Castell de Guadalest, Alicante, Spain, which displays another 20,000 pairs.
~1610 ftNE
35°42'48"N • 83°30'50"W
Mountain Mall, Gatlinburg
8 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
~1980 ftNE
35°42'51"N • 83°30'48"W
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, Gatlinburg
10 min walk • Aquarium, Park, Zoo
~890 ftNW
35°42'46"N • 83°31'11"W
Christ in the Smokies Museum & Gardens, Gatlinburg
5 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum
1 miE
Hiking, Hiking trail
Bullhead Trail, Gatlinburg
25 min walk • The Bullhead Trail is an American hiking trail in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, in Sevier County, Tennessee. The trail ascends Mount Le Conte, the tallest mountain east of the Mississippi River and offers outstanding views before joining the Rainbow Falls Trail before terminating near the LeConte Lodge.
~1900 ftE
Museum, Classes and workshops
Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts, Gatlinburg
10 min walk • Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts is an Arts and Crafts center in the U.S. city of Gatlinburg, Tennessee. The oldest craft school in Tennessee, Arrowmont offers workshops in arts and crafts such as painting, woodworking, drawing, glass, photography, basket weaving, ceramics, fiber arts, book arts and metalworking.
~530 ftNE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
First Methodist Church, Gatlinburg
3 min walk • First Methodist Church, Gatlinburg, also known as Gatlinburg First United Methodist Church, in Gatlinburg, Tennessee was designed by Charles I. Barber in Late Gothic Revival style. It was built during 1945–1950, with first worship in 1947. A second building, its education building, and a porch that joins them, was completed in 1961.
~530 ftS
Convention center, Concert hall, Performing arts
Gatlinburg Convention Center, Gatlinburg
3 min walk • The Gatlinburg Convention Center is a convention complex located in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, United States. The complex was recently renovated by Johnson and Galyon.
~1520 ftNE
35°42'48"N • 83°30'51"W
Ripleys Marvelous Mirror Maze, Gatlinburg
8 min walk • Museum, Theme park, Amusement park
~1430 ftNE
35°42'47"N • 83°30'52"W
Guinness World Records Museum, Gatlinburg
7 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum, Entertainment

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Gatlinburg Space Needle open?

Gatlinburg Space Needle is open:

Monday 9 am - 12 am
Tuesday 9 am - 12 am
Wednesday 9 am - 12 am
Thursday 9 am - 12 am
Friday 9 am - 12 am
Saturday 9 am - 12 am
Sunday 9 am - 12 am

Which popular attractions are close to Gatlinburg Space Needle?

Nearby attractions include Ripley's Believe It Or Not! Museum, Gatlinburg (1 min walk), First Methodist Church, Gatlinburg (3 min walk), Gatlinburg Convention Center, Gatlinburg (3 min walk), Christ in the Smokies Museum & Gardens, Gatlinburg (5 min walk).