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Spirits in the Smokies

9 Reviews 4.44 out of 5 stars Based on 9 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Gatlinburg, USA
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Overview

Discover Gatlinburg’s haunted history on a pub-crawl-style adventure that blends moonshine lore, mountain mysteries, and the darker side of this mountain town’s past. Designed for adults 21+ and perfect for all interests, this spooky experience offers fun with a twist as you explore legendary locations and hear tales that linger long after the night ends. It’s a stress-free group celebration—everything is planned for you—so all you need is a valid I.D. and a taste for adventure.

What's Included

  • Walking Tour
  • A Fun and Spooky Evening
  • Professional Guide
  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Only for guests ages 21+
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526 Parkway
Gatlinburg, TN 37738, USA

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511 Parkway
Gatlinburg, TN 37738, USA

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402 River Rd

Take a moment to look up at the Edgewater Hotel. Towering over the Cliff Branch stream, it stands like a fortress of stacked balconies and glowing windows—silent now, yet heavy with stories it will never fully reveal. From this spot on the sidewalk, guests can take in its imposing presence while hearing the haunting background and history that linger behind its walls.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

White Oak Flats Cemetery

Welcome to White Oak Flats Cemetery, one of Gatlinburg’s oldest and most sacred resting places. Even from outside its gates, you can feel the shift in the air—time seems to slow, and the modern world slips quietly out of focus. While our tour will not be entering the cemetery, we’ll pause here to share the history that shapes this quiet, storied corner of Gatlinburg.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

1011 Banner Rd

This small, unassuming structure behind me is the Martha Jane Ogle Cabin—the very first permanent home ever built in what would one day become Gatlinburg. It’s simple and modest, without grandeur or ornament, yet it stands on ground that feels almost sacred. For this town, this little cabin is where everything began.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Spirits in the Smokies?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Activity code: C-5585517P3

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Spirits in the Smokies?
A:
This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Walking Tour.
  • A Fun and Spooky Evening.
  • Professional Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
  • Alcoholic Beverages.
  • Only for guests ages 21+.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 21..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Spirits in the Smokies is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Spirits in the Smokies will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

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  • Walking Tour
  • A Fun and Spooky Evening
  • Professional Guide
  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Only for guests ages 21+

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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