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

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

Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess
Top hotels in Old City

Hilton Knoxville

Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West
"We wewre not made aware the gym was not in order and i travel depending on just that.. Otherwise a good location"
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville West
"This hotel was pretty clean but I experienced multiple issues that ruined my stay. There was no parking due to multiple trucks parking horizontally across several spaces, the phone in the room did not work, the elevator was malfunctioning, and the gym closed very early (unhelpful for those with non ..."
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2026

Quality Inn Kodak Sevierville
"Owner truly takes ownership and pride"
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2026

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel
"The Tennessean Hotel was very accommodating. We were there to tour UT campus. It was a quick turnaround but hope to be back soon. We will definitely reserve our stay at the Tennessean moving forward. Thank you for the accommodations, clean room, but most of all the hospitality."
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2026

Ancient Lore Village
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.


















