East Knoxville Travel Guide
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Visit East Knoxville
Stay near popular East Knoxville attractions
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

Helicopter Ride Over Sevierville and Countryside
Top hotels in East Knoxville

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East
"terribly dirty rooms, terrible staff. they promised a refund they didnt end up giving"
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Wilderness at the Smokies – River Lodge Suites

Hilton Knoxville
"Fairly expensive and nothing is included. Lots of fees in the price of staying at this hotel. The hotel lobby was very pretty, but it's quite expensive to stay here, and it doesn't include pet fee, parking, and if you want breakfast you'll pay for it, so I prefer different hotel chains. We needed ..."
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2026

Wilderness at the Smokies - Stone Hill Lodge
"Room had a few issues. But we came for the waterpark and fair price so we just let it be"
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

The Resort at Governor's Crossing
"The resort was good but the employees was terrible."
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2026

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG
"This property was great. The staff was so friendly."
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026
Where to stay in East Knoxville

Downtown Knoxville
Downtown Knoxville is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Bijou Theater or Tennessee Theatre.

Fort Sanders
Unique features of Fort Sanders include the shopping and bars. Make a stop by Neyland Stadium or Thompson–Boling Arena while you're exploring the area.

Cedar Bluff
Cedar Bluff is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Dead Horse Lake Golf Course and Bagwell Tennis Center while in the area.

Knoxville West
If you're spending some time in Knoxville West, Turkey Creek Shopping Center and Topgolf Knoxville are top sights worth seeing.

Bearden
While visiting Bearden, you might make a stop by sights like Bearden Antique Mall and West Town Mall.


















