East Knoxville Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

University of Tennessee

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.

University of Tennessee
Neyland Stadium

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.

Neyland Stadium
Thompson–Boling Arena

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.

Thompson–Boling Arena
Market Square

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.

Market Square
Tennessee Theatre

Tennessee Theatre

You can make plans for a show at Tennessee Theatre during your stay in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Tennessee Theatre
World's Fair Park

World's Fair Park

Enjoy a stop at World's Fair Park, an entertaining place to visit in Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

World's Fair Park

Things to do

Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess

Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess

฿1,046
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess
Downtown Knoxville Hidden Tour w/ Ice Cream, Coffee & Tennessee River Gems

Downtown Knoxville Hidden Tour w/ Ice Cream, Coffee & Tennessee River Gems

฿2,595
per adult
Downtown Knoxville Hidden Tour w/ Ice Cream, Coffee & Tennessee River Gems
Our guides will tell stories that will make you want to know more about Knoxville's haunted past.

Knoxville Ghosts: Haunts, Spirits, and Poltergeists Walking Tour

฿843
per adult
Knoxville Ghosts: Haunts, Spirits, and Poltergeists Walking Tour
Knoxville Scavenger Hunt: Knoxville's Perfect Blend

Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: Knoxville's Perfect Blend

฿399
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: Knoxville's Perfect Blend
Knoxville Bar Hunt: Swell Times in Scruffy City

Self-Guided Bar Hunt: Swell Times in Scruffy City

฿399
per adult
Self-Guided Bar Hunt: Swell Times in Scruffy City
The Ultimate Jet Boat Adventure in Smoky Mountains

The Ultimate Jet Boat Adventure in Smoky Mountains

฿5,807
per adult
The Ultimate Jet Boat Adventure in Smoky Mountains
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Top hotels in East Knoxville

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East

3 out of 5
5423 Asheville Hwy, Knoxville, TN
The price is ฿1,817 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
฿1,817
฿2,149 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
6.6/10 (1,022 reviews)
"Nice staff. Close to everything. Ok for one night"

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East
Wilderness at the Smokies - Stone Hill Lodge

Wilderness at the Smokies - Stone Hill Lodge

3.5 out of 5
190 Gists Creek Road, Sevierville, TN
The price is ฿3,479 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿3,479
฿4,990 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star golf resort in Sevierville. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,895 reviews)
"Was very nice place to stay very relaxing and fun."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Wilderness at the Smokies - Stone Hill Lodge
The Resort at Governor's Crossing

The Resort at Governor's Crossing

3.5 out of 5
225 Collier Drive, Sevierville, TN
The price is ฿9,060 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿9,060
฿10,945 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Sevierville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free water park access. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,574 reviews)
Good times!
"We really enjoyed our stay with friends."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

The Resort at Governor's Crossing
Hilton Knoxville

Hilton Knoxville

3.5 out of 5
501 W Church Ave, Knoxville, TN
The price is ฿3,143 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿3,143
฿3,716 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,511 reviews)
"We had a great short stay at this hotel in Knoxville. All the staff, from the front desk to the valets, were kind and helpful. Our room was clean and well appointed, the breakfast was good, and everything was clean."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

Hilton Knoxville
Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG

3.5 out of 5
401 W Summit Hill Dr, Knoxville, TN
The price is ฿3,530 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿3,530
฿4,175 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,016 reviews)
"We like the location of this property – it is close to the pedestrian zone downtown area, and close to interstates and major roads. The beds are comfortable, and the room has more storage than many other hotels."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG
Pigeon River Inn

Pigeon River Inn

2.5 out of 5
1931 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN
The price is ฿2,688 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
฿2,688
฿3,077 total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Pigeon Forge. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,110 reviews)
"Front desk staff, breakfast and cleaning staff. Additionally, my mother left her phone charger in the room. The cleaning staff turned it over to the front desk and we were contacted immediately. We were able to go back after traveling a short distance and retrieve her charger. Thank you Pigeon River ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Pigeon River Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around East Knoxville

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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.

Parkridge
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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.

Fourth and Gill
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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 City
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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 Women's Basketball Hall of Fame.

Old Sevier
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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 North Knoxville
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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.

Emory Place

East Knoxville Travel Guide