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
"It work for a stopover on a road trip. I wouldn’t bring my wife here if I had one."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hilton Knoxville
"Perfect location for walking around"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Wilderness at the Smokies – River Lodge Suites
"Our family really enjoyed our stayed in river lodge suite in wilderness at the smokies 👍"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
The Resort at Governor's Crossing
"Other than AI making the property look more updated with the water park we still had a good time. Kids really enjoyed playing in the water. We stayed 4 nights and had to ask front desk for fresh towels. Housekeeping never cleaned the room. We did have a problem with our bill but front desk quickly ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG
"Great location"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Wilderness at the Smokies - Stone Hill Lodge
"Great experience ❤️"
Reviewed on 30 May 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 Ijams Nature Center and Knoxville Riverboat Company.
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.
