Smoky Mountain Travel Blog

Looking for the best souvenirs from Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg? From hand-forged knives and Appalachian pottery to moonshine mason jars and Dollywood cinnamon bread, here's what to bring home.

Old Mill food gifts, the Arts and Crafts Community loop, Incredible Christmas Place, Gatlinburg distilleries, The Village Shops, and The Island — where to shop in the Smokies.

The Old Mill complex in Pigeon Forge spans a working 1830 grist mill, four restaurants and food stops, a distillery, pottery studio, and specialty shops — here's how to make the most of it.

Five of the best Pigeon Forge shopping destinations — The Island, Mountain Mile, Dollywood's craft shops, Three Bears General Store, and the Old Mill District.

Four grocery options for Pigeon Forge cabin guests — Food City on Teaster Lane, Kroger on Wears Valley Road, Publix on the Parkway, and Walmart in Sevierville.

Five Smoky Mountain general stores — Old Mill for local provisions, Three Bears for live bears, Lucille's for brisket, MoonPie for classic candy, Old Dad's near the park.