Old City Travel Guide
Knoxville
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
West Town Mall
You can search for that perfect souvenir at West Town Mall during your trip to Knoxville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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.
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.
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
Pigeon Forge: Wears Valley Helicopter Tour
Pigeon Forge: Helicopter Tour of Gatllinburg
Top hotels in Old City
Hilton Knoxville
I really hate that the hallway smelled like weed.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Airport
Room was very clean, beds and bathroom. The entire place looked clean as we walked in.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
THE TENNESSEAN Hotel
Valet parking, many places to sit at a table and work
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG
Staff were very helpful.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown
Stayed for one night while passing through. Everyone was super kind and helpful!!
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Hilton Knoxville Airport
Great location and super convenient parking area. You can simply walk from airport to hotel. However, the staff needs major training. I have stayed here multiple times and have had multiple challenges. Last time, I was traveling with a young single female assistant from UK. She had her own room and ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old City
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.
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.
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.
Mechanicsville
Mechanicsville might not have many top sights, but World's Fair Park and Historic Southern Railway Station are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Happy Holler Historic District
Happy Holler Historic District might not have many top sights, but Historic Southern Railway Station and The Emporium Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
