Old City 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

Activities

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

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

NZ$133
per adult
Downtown Knoxville Hidden Tour w/ Ice Cream, Coffee & Tennessee River Gems
Knoxville Bar Hunt: Swell Times in Scruffy City

Self-Guided Bar Hunt: Swell Times in Scruffy City

NZ$20
per adult
Self-Guided Bar Hunt: Swell Times in Scruffy City
Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess

Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess

NZ$54
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Knoxville River Cruise Aboard the Volunteer Princess
Knoxville: Scruffy City Ghosts Haunted Walking Tour

Knoxville After Dark Ghost Tours

NZ$40
per adult
Knoxville After Dark Ghost Tours
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

NZ$53
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

NZ$20
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: Knoxville's Perfect Blend
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Our pick of the best Old City Hotel Deals

Hilton Knoxville
Hilton Knoxville
3.5 out of 5
501 W Church Ave, Knoxville, TN
The price is NZ$190 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$190
per night
20 July - 21 July
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,498 reviews)
"Typical Hilton stay. Went smooth. Downtown location."

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

Hilton Knoxville
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Sevierville Kodak, TN
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Sevierville Kodak, TN
2.5 out of 5
2863 Winfield Dunn Pkwy, Kodak, TN
The price is NZ$129 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$129
per night
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kodak. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"The hotel was very clean, with a hot breakfast. They have a nice seating area with firepits for evening lounging. Its location is 15 mins from Pigeon Forge. Easy access to the interstate. I would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Sevierville Kodak, TN
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 NZ$228 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$228
per night
20 July - 21 July
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"This is a wonderful hotel. The room was designed with comfort in mind. It was quiet and the bed and pillows were so comfortable and clean. The bathroom was small but immaculate. The towels were perfect, soft and good size. Check in was quick and the staff was welcoming. I wish we could have stayed ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University by IHG
Holiday Inn Knoxville-West, I-40 & I-75 by IHG
Holiday Inn Knoxville-West, I-40 & I-75 by IHG
3.5 out of 5
9134 Executive Park Drive, Knoxville, TN
The price is NZ$164 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$164
per night
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay, convenient location and clean comfortable room. The pool and gym facilities were nice and the restaurant bar was also great!"

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

Holiday Inn Knoxville-West, I-40 & I-75 by IHG
Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East
Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East
3 out of 5
5423 Asheville Hwy, Knoxville, TN
The price is NZ$113 per night from 7 July to 8 July
NZ$113
per night
7 July - 8 July
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
6.6/10 (1,006 reviews)
"Nice overall"

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Knoxville East
THE TENNESSEAN Hotel
THE TENNESSEAN Hotel
4 out of 5
531 Henley Street, Knoxville, TN
The price is NZ$366 per night from 7 July to 8 July
NZ$366
per night
7 July - 8 July
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Knoxville. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"Will visit again"

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

THE TENNESSEAN Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Old City

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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
Knoxville showing markets

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.

Downtown Knoxville
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Happy Holler Historic District

Happy Holler Historic District might not have many top sights, but Historic Southern Railway Station and Covenant Health Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Happy Holler Historic District
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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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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.

Mechanicsville
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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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