Old City Travel Guide
Knoxville

Visit Old City
Stay near popular Old City 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
Top hotels in Old City

Hilton Knoxville
"10/10"
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG
"Great location good access"
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville West
"Clean room, parking is a breeze, staff is super friendly! Breakfast is marginal, but, hey, its free. Great stay for the price, would definitely return!"
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Sevierville Kodak, TN
"There was mold smell in our room the air was heavy with moisture and the carpets was damp with it. It caused my husband to have issues breathing so we checked out a day early and I have yet to hear about a refund. We talk to other guest in our floor and their rooms was the same!"
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Airport
"Very nice hotel. La Quinta is consistently a very good hotel chain, for me!"
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Old City

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.

East Knoxville
East Knoxville is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum and Knoxville Zoo while in the area.

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.

















