East Knoxville Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Knoxville Zoo
Why not see the exotic and native animals who call Knoxville Zoo home during your holiday in Knoxville? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum
Explore the great outdoors at Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum, a lovely green space in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
University of Tennessee
Explore the campus of University of Tennessee, a top university in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Neyland Stadium
Catch an event at Neyland Stadium during your trip to Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Thompson–Boling Arena
Catch an event at Thompson–Boling Arena during your trip to Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Market Square
During your trip to Knoxville, you can enjoy retail therapy at Market Square. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Things to do
Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess
Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Knoxville's Perfect Blend
Awesome Bar Hunt: Swell Times in Scruffy City
Top hotels in East Knoxville
Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East
"The room was clean. The parking was adequate. Nothing noteworthy about the staff. There was a very limited breakfast (no hot food) was included. The room was worth what we paid."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Wilderness at the Smokies – River Lodge Suites
"Good"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Hilton Knoxville
"Our room was terrible dated, it smelled, there were stains in the bathtub, terrible sink faucet, there was water damage in the hallway, electrical chords draped across the floor, and fans running. The parking valet was rude, spun out in the car in front of us, and squealed tires throughout the garage. ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
The Resort at Governor's Crossing
"Very convenient location"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Wilderness at the Smokies - Stone Hill Lodge
"Family Freindly clean room"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG
"Staff was excellent and the valet personnel were so kind"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Knoxville
Fourth and Gill
Though Fourth and Gill may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Covenant Health Park and Historic Southern Railway Station.
Old North Knoxville
While there might not be top attractions in Old North Knoxville, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Covenant Health Park and Historic Southern Railway Station.
South Haven
Though South Haven may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Knoxville Riverboat Company and Knoxville Civic Auditorium and Coliseum.
Old City
Old City is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Historic Southern Railway Station and The Emporium Center while you're in town.
Old Sevier
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Old Sevier and surrounding area, you can visit Knoxville Riverboat Company and Volunteer Landing Park.
Old Sevier
While Old Sevier isn't home to many top sights, Knoxville Riverboat Company and Volunteer Landing Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
