Downtown Knoxville Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Sunsphere Tower
You can find out about the history of Knoxville with a visit to Sunsphere Tower. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Tennessee Vallley of Authority
After visiting Tennessee Vallley of Authority, make a plan to see the other sights and activities 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.
Things to do
Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess
Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: Knoxville's Perfect Blend
Self-Guided 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 Downtown Knoxville
Hilton Knoxville
We were given a nice upgrade to the 18th floor, with excellent view. Thank you, staff! The valet parking worked well with courteous and efficient staff. The lobby was festive for the Christmas season. Mostly, we liked the convenience of being near Market Square.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG
Everything was amazing! Staff friendly, hotel spotless, lobby stocked with a gift shop & the restaurant was delicious! My kids said the burger was the best they’ve had! The breakfast was great and our service top notch! This was the best hotel experience we’ve had! We’ll be back even if it’s just ...
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Marriott Knoxville Downtown
It's in a nice location and great room. It felt upscale. Only problem I had with the place is the paid parking, which was a valet service costing $38.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
THE TENNESSEAN Hotel
Beautiful hotel, very welcoming!
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown
Great location! Hotel staff was excellent! I would stay here again.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown
Everything was great!
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Knoxville
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.
Mechanicsville
Mechanicsville might not have many top sights, but Knoxville Museum of Art and World's Fair Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Old Sevier
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Old Sevier and surrounding area, you can visit Women's Basketball Hall of Fame and Bijou Theater.
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.
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.
