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.
West Town Mall
You can search for that perfect souvenir at West Town Mall during your trip to Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants 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
Downtown Knoxville Hidden Tour w/ Ice Cream, Coffee & Tennessee River Gems
Pigeon Forge: Wears Valley Helicopter Tour
Top hotels in East Knoxville
Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East
Dirt and hair in bathroom. Stained towels. Breakfast options consisted of Froot Loops, Granola bars, and ore packaged muffins and that's it.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Wilderness at the Smokies - Stone Hill Lodge
Great
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Wilderness at the Smokies – River Lodge Suites
The pool was enjoyable. I requested a room close to the water park side due to my disability and age but, my request was not honored.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Hilton Knoxville
Clean room but the toilet didn’t have any pressure so it clogged right away and had to call maintenance. Front desk check in wasn’t very friendly. I stayed in 5 different hotels that week for college visits and all the other hotels were very friendly but not this one.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
The Resort at Governor's Crossing
They have a list of daily activities for the kids. We had the 2 bedroom deluxe condo, and it was perfect for our family.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
THE TENNESSEAN Hotel
I have stayed at this property several times and every single time that I come back I am welcomed with the exact same uniform welcome from the time before this is a fantastic place. Highly recommended. The staff is very detailed oriented in the hotel is beyond comfortable.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Knoxville
Parkridge
Parkridge might not have many top sights, but Covenant Health Park and Historic Southern Railway Station are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Fourth and Gill
Though Fourth and Gill may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Historic Southern Railway Station and Covenant Health Park.
Old North Knoxville
While there might not be top attractions in Old North Knoxville, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Historic Southern Railway Station and Market Square.
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.
Emory Place
When in Emory Place, you can plan a visit to Historic Southern Railway Station and Market Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
