Whether you own a hot rod yourself or are just a fan of fast cars, Gatlinburg Tennessee is a great place to visit for car lovers! From our one-of-a-kind supercar experience and racing simulators to scenic roads in the mountains for laid-back drives, keep reading to find out what to do in the Smokies the next time you’re in town. 

1.  Exotic Car Museum

At Speedwerkz Exotic Car Experience, you get to interact with the top cars in the world. Instead of being hidden away in a private collection or kept behind plexiglass at a stuffy museum, the beautiful supercars at Speedwerkz are displayed on rotating turntables with state-of-the-art lighting and technology that enhances your viewing experience. 

Our collection features:

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  Bugatti Chiron SS

• Ferrari Enzo

• Ford GT (2020)

• Porsche GT3 RS (992)

• Lamborghini STO

• Ferrari 430 (Scud)

• Porsche 911 R

• Lamborghini Countach

• Toyota Supra MKIV TRD Widebody

• Dodge Viper ACR Extreme

• Lamborghini Performante

• Porsche GT3RS (991.2)

• McLaren 765 LT

• Lamborghini EVO (UGR TT)

Depending on the season, you might see other incredible types of rare cars, as we feature a rotation that can change throughout the year!

2. Scenic Drives

Need more ideas of what to do in the Smoky Mountains? Take a laid-back scenic drive through the national park! There’s no better way to spend a day than seeing the sights and hearing the purr of the engine, even better with the sunroof open or the convertible top down! Here are a few of our favorite scenic routes in Great Smoky Mountains National Park: 

• The Tail of the Dragon: As one of the most thrilling routes, this road is not for the faint of heart, with twists and curves, as well as some pretty impressive Smoky Mountain views.
  

• Cades Cove Scenic Loop: An 11-mile loop road known for its sweeping valley views, historic buildings, and wildlife viewing. Take Parson Branch Road to exit Cades Cove; it connects with the Tail of the Dragon!

• Newfound Gap Road: One of the most popular routes in the national park, this road connects the 33 miles between Gatlinburg TN and Cherokee NC and features some of the best overlooks in the area. 

• Foothills Parkway: Another top scenic drive known for its mountain vistas, pull off points, and picnic areas; ga reat way to admire fall foliage, snow-capped mountains, and spring wildflowers. 

• Upper Tremont Road: A lesser-known, more underrated option in a quiet area of the Smokies known for its forest hikes and waterfall trails. 

3. Car Shows

While it’s common to meet fellow car enthusiasts when you visit Speedwerkz, the best way to connect with other hot rod or sports car lovers is to attend a car show in the Smokies! You don’t have to register a vehicle in the show in order to attend; simply going around to all of the cars on display is fun and provides ample opportunities to engage with hot rod owners. Some Pigeon Forge car show events, like the Jeep Invasion or Bronco Stampede, will organize group drives in the national park as well! 

Now you know what to do in the Smokies, so check out our schedule of Tennessee car shows, and be sure to add our exotic car experience to your itinerary the next time you’re in Gatlinburg!